Hearing Protection 2.0 - UK


Overview/Description
Target Audience
Prerequisites
Expected Duration
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Overview/Description
Hundreds of thousands of workers have been affected by hearing loss caused by their jobs. In this course, you will learn about ways to help you prevent noise-induced hearing loss. You'll also learn about the actions you need to take, including the proper fitting, use, and care of hearing protectors. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. This course was developed with subject matter expert support by DEKRA – Global advisors for safety testing, consulting, inspection, and certification. Please note, the course materials and content were current with the laws and regulations at the time of the last expert review, however, they may not reflect the most current legal developments. Nothing herein, or in the course materials, shall be construed as professional advice as to any particular situation with respect to compliance with legal statutes or requirements.

Target Audience
All personnel subject to hazardous levels of noise at work

Prerequisites
None

Expected Duration (hours)
0.2

Lesson Objectives

Hearing Protection 2.0 - UK

  • identify the effects of noise on hearing
  • identify key components of actions needed to comply with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005
  • identify key considerations for hearing protection
  • identify the advantages and disadvantages of types of hearing protection
  • Course Number:
    ehs_hsf_c95_sh_enuk