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Calculating your noise reduction needs

October 1, 2010
By Ted Madison
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More noise reduction is needed at high sound levels and for long exposure times.


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Repeat and remind: Painless but permanent

October 1, 2010
By Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. U.S. Air Force (retired) Ph.D.
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Here are some tips on how to “motivate to prevent” noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).


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4 hearing protection myths

June 1, 2011
By Scott Shinn CIH
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Use of hearing protection in both occupational and non-occupational environments is intended to help reduce noise exposure levels and noiseinduced hearing loss (NIHL).
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There's no excuse: Managing hearing-impaired or deaf workers

June 1, 2011
By Renee S. Bessette, COHC and Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. U.S. Air Force (retired) Ph.D.
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It is a misconception that hearing-impaired or deaf workers do not have to participate in a hearing conservation program. Like those with normal hearing, these workers still fall under OSHA, MSHA and FRA regulations for occupational noise exposures.
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Long-term noise exposure = fewer injuries

Long-term noise exposure = fewer injuries (7/5)

July 5, 2011
By Maureen Paraventi
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A study just published online in Occupational & Environmental Medicine yields up some surprising results: workers exposed to noise over long periods of time have a decreased risk of injuries.
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Recording workers’ hearing loss

Your focus should include leading indicator
July 11, 2011
By Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. U.S. Air Force (retired) Ph.D.
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Although it is physically an injury to the hair cells of the inner ear, noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is considered and documented as an illness by OSHA. This article examines noise-induced hearing loss as both an injury and illness, and looks at ways to use leading indicators to prevent occupational hearing loss.
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Safe Communication

August 3, 2011
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The IS Smart Muff combines Sensear’s one-of-a-kind SENS™ (speech enhancement, noise suppression) technology to enable clear and safe communication in high noise environments where hazardous and potentially combustible materials are present.


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New OSHA web page tackles work-related hearing loss

August 15, 2011
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OSHA has launched a new Safety and Health Topics page to help prevent work-related hearing loss – one of the most prevalent occupational health concerns in the United States for more than 25 years.


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New & Improved BLUE™ Ear Plug by Elvex®

August 16, 2011
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Elvex® today introduced the new and improved, BLUE™ disposable ear plug with 32 NRR!  Today’s hearing protection users demand a high level of comfort and excellent noise reduction properties.


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iPod generation at work

Watch out for music-induced hearing loss
October 1, 2011
By Cory Portnuff
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Generally, are personal listening devices in the workplace a good or bad idea?


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