Noise Hazard Assessment & HCP Enrollment

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  1. 2. Devices worn over or in the ears to reduce the level of noise reaching the inner ear and protect against hearing damage.
  2. 3. A document summarizing the findings, recommendations, and control measures identified by the Industrial Hygienist.
  3. 6. A unit of sound measurement.
  4. 8. Chemicals or substances that can damage the hearing system, either alone or in combination with noise exposure.
  5. 12. Short-duration, high-intensity noise events, such as explosions or gunfire, that can cause immediate hearing damage.
  6. 13. A hearing test that measures an individual's hearing sensitivity at different frequencies. It is used to establish a baseline hearing level, monitor changes in hearing over time, and identify potential hearing loss.
  7. 14. A professional trained in identifying, evaluating, and controlling workplace hazards, including noise, to protect employee health and safety.
Down
  1. 1. A personal noise monitoring device worn by an employee to measure their noise exposure over time. It calculates the 8-hour TWA and provides data for assessing noise hazards and determining the need for hearing protection.
  2. 3. A report summarizing the findings and recommendations of an industrial hygiene survey, including noise measurements, exposure limit exceedances, and recommended mitigation options.
  3. 4. Methods to reduce noise exposure by modifying or redesigning equipment, processes, or work areas to minimize noise generation or transmission.
  4. 5. The initial hearing test conducted before an employee is exposed to hazardous noise. It serves as a reference point for future hearing tests and helps identify any pre-existing hearing loss.
  5. 6. A unit of sound level measurement that is weighted to approximate the human ear's response to different frequencies. It is commonly used to assess noise exposure and its potential impact on hearing.
  6. 7. A smartphone app that functions as a Sound Level Meter for informal noise spot checks.
  7. 9. A smartphone app recommended by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) that functions as a Sound Level Meter for informal noise spot checks.
  8. 10. The average noise exposure over 8 hours.
  9. 11. The maximum instantaneous sound pressure level reached during a noise event. It is important for assessing the risk of hearing damage from impulse or impact noise.