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Hearing Protection
#236
SAFETY GEAR: HEARING PROTECTION — This video program will demonstrate
to employees how they hear and how sound affects them. It will alert employees
to the dangers of excessive exposure to high noise levels and how to identify
the warning signs of hearing loss. The program will discuss various methods
of hearing protection and how to properly use hearing protectors. (13 Minutes)
#448
INTRODUCTION TO HEARING PROTECTION — A review of ear function
and how noise can hurt you introduces the video. It shows how your hearing
is damaged and how hearing loss affects other parts of the body. How to
protect yourself through proper use of hearing protection, different types
of protection, and what Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) means. A brief review
of what OSHA requires is covered and off-the-job safety is also emphasized.
(6:21 Minutes)
#453
HEARING PROTECTION: HLP & PPE — This video emphasizes that
noise induced hearing loss is permanent but preventable. It reviews the
OSHA regulations and defines what employers are required to do. This includes
providing hearing protection, training, establishing baseline audiograms,
and performing annual audiograms. The video explains what an audiogram
tells you and also how it is compared to the baseline audiogram. The three
types of PPE are defined: 1) ear plugs, 2) canal caps and 3) ear muffs.
How to wear and check for proper installation is covered, as well as the
care and maintenance for all types of protection. (10:46 Minutes)
Special Note: This video references #448 “Introduction to Hearing Protection” in its content.
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