Hearing Protection: Preventing Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

Hearing loss is a serious and permanent workplace injury that affects millions of workers each year. Exposure to excessive noise levels without proper protection can lead to long-term auditory damage, including tinnitus and partial or complete hearing loss. Employers and employees must work together to implement hearing conservation programs, including routine noise monitoring and the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

This toolbox talk highlights the importance of hearing protection by covering OSHA regulations, noise exposure limits, and the selection of proper protective gear such as earplugs and earmuffs. It also features an engaging story about Unsafe Dave’s experience with hearing damage, reinforcing the critical need for proactive hearing conservation measures in the workplace.