A-Z Index Lista de recursos en español RESEARCH TRAINING SERVICE NEWS & EVENTS ABOUT CPWR HANDOUTS, PLANNING TOOLS & TRAINING PROGRAMS Home > Research > Research to Practice (r2p) > r2p Library > Handouts, Planning Tools & Training Programs > Preventing Hearing Loss Preventing Hearing Loss Hearing loss is a serious problem for workers in the construction industry, with three out of every four construction workers being overexposed to noise on a jobsite. That is why hearing loss prevention is a priority for the OSHA-NIOSH-CPWR r2p Working Group. In order to understand more about noise exposure and hearing loss prevention, CPWR used its Trainers and Researchers United Network (TRU-Net) to conduct multi-trade surveys of trainers and workers. The results of the trainer and worker surveys identified a need for additional training materials and new strategies to improve retention of the information and training provided. Based on these findings, CPWR’s r2p and training staff developed the Construction Noise and Hearing Loss Prevention Training Program. This comprehensive program includes modules and exercises that can be used on their own or as part of OSHA training programs: 1 Hour Elective Module. Provides instructors with materials to fulfill 1 hour of the 2 hours training requirement for Health Hazards in the OSHA 30. See additional training resources available on RF Radiation and Silica exposure to help fulfill the remaining hour. Instructor Manual Presentation 30 Minute Elective Module. Designed to fulfill the OSHA 10-hour training program requirement for a ½ hour training module on a health hazard. Alternatively, it can be used for a portion of the OSHA 30-hour health hazard training requirement. Instructor Manual Presentation In-Class & Hands-On Refresher Exercises. A series of short (5-10 minutes) exercises designed to reinforce and apply lessons learned about noise hazards and hearing loss prevention. It includes materials that can be incorporated into safety and health training modules (e.g., PPE, power tools, etc.) or as part of a hands-on skills training program. Instructor Manual Presentations for Noise Training Exercises for use in OSHA 10- & 30-Hour Modules Exercise A-1: The Impact of Hearing Loss Exercise A-2: Are you talking to me? Exercise A-3: What does hearing loss sound like? Exercise A-4: How to Properly Use Ear Plugs Exercise A-5: How loud is too loud? Exercise A-6: Self-assessment of Hearing Presentations for Noise Training Exercises for use in In-class for Skills Training Programs Exercise B-1 – Cumulative Presentation: Noise and Hearing Loss – The risk and prevention Exercise B-2 (A) – Stand Alone Slide: Noise – What are the risks? Exercise B-2 (B) – Stand Alone Slide: The Cost of Hearing Loss Exercise B-2 (C) – Stand Alone Slide: Noise – How Loud is Too Loud? Exercise B-2 (D) – Stand Alone Slide: Preventing Hearing Loss? Noise Training Exercises For Use In The Hands-On Portion Of Skills Training Programs Exercise C-1: Identifying Noise Levels of Equipment (Group Activity) Exercise C-2: Measuring Noise Levels Throughout the Day (Individual Activity) Exercise C-3: Choosing the Right Hearing Protection In addition to the training program, the following are links to other useful resources (some of which are incorporated into the training program) that can be used to raise awareness, address noise hazards, and prevent hearing loss in the construction industry: NIOSH Sound Level Meter App Construction Noise Infographics NIOSH Buy Quiet Program CPWR Hazard Alert: Noise and Ruido y la Pérdida Auditiva CPWR Toolbox Talk: Hearing Protection and Descargar versión en Español Mining Resources for Construction on Noise & Hearing Loss RESEARCH Research Projects Data Center Research to Practice (r2p) Training and Awareness Programs from Research Ergonomics Resources/Best Built Plans Foundations For Safety Leadership Management Resources from Research Hazard-Specific Resources & Training Tools Liberty Mutual Safety Innovation Award JOIN OUR MAILING LIST Receive our monthly e-newsletter, webinar announcements, and other news. SIGN UP Other CPWR Websites CPWR manages a series of websites that address specific hazards or audiences. See the full list. CPWR is dedicated to reducing occupational injuries, illnesses and fatalities in the construction industry. Through our research, training, and service programs, we serve the industry in cooperation with key federal and industry partners nationwide. Terms of Use Agreement Privacy Policy Site Map Financial Conflict of Interest Policy Copyright © 2021 CPWR The Center for Construction Research and Training. All rights reserved.