Hearing Conservation Awareness

Introduction

The training program is subject to the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1994 (Noise Exposure Regulation 2019), which requires management to conduct an awareness training program to all personnel who are exposed to high noise levels. The goal is to give workers the required information while also warning them about the dangers of irreversible hearing impairment. The rule explicitly states that workers must repeat the training program each year.

It is critical for management to comprehend the act and demonstrate their commitment to compliance. Workers must also contribute by obeying and cooperating with management's initiatives. The training course has been carefully created for anyone who is exposed to loud noises.

Learning Outcomes / Benefits

• Able to know overview the OSHA Act – Noise Regulation 2019
• Define and emphasize the relevance of a hearing conservation program in ensuring the safety of employees.
• Understanding successful hearing conservation programs in order to meet its occupational safety and health objectives.
• Gain the awareness and knowledge of the health risks associated with excessive workplace noise.
• Capability to recognize potential dangers and apply appropriate and effective control measures to minimize or mitigate the risk of severe noisy hearing disease or hearing loss.

Key Contents

Module 1: Legislation

• OSHA 1994 (Noise Exposure Regulation-2019)
• Duties of Employer
• Duties of Employee

Module 2: Sound And Noise

• Differences between Noise & Sound
• Types of Noise
• Components of Sound
• Classification of Noise
• Noise Level

Module 3: Anatomy And Physiology Of The Ear And Human Speech

• Ear Anatomy
• Ear Damages
• Hearing Frequency
• Cause and Effect

Module 4: Hearing Protectors

• Importance of Hearing Protection
• Type of Hearing Protectors
• Selection of Hearing Protection
• Fitting Hearing Protection
• Maintenance of Protection Device

Module 5: Audiometric Test

• Type of Audiometric Testing
• Audiometric Testing Procedure
• Test Result Interpretation

Module 6: Assessment

• Group Discussion & Presentation

Target Audience

Workers who are exposed to noise at the workplace, Safety and Health Committee Members, OSH Practitioners, Safety Managers and Personnel, Security Managers and Personnel, all levels of workers and interested individuals.

Methodology

The concept of an Advanced Speed Learning System is used. It is called SLIMM, an abbreviation for:

Successful Learning = Impactful, Meaningful, Memorable

In other words, when the training is impactful, meaningful and memorable, participants will experience high level of success in their learning.

Participants will participate and get hands-on experience throughout the session. PowerPoint presentation, safety videos, and practical session. Participants are also required to complete a written evaluation. The program can be delivered in either Bahasa Malaysia or English to suit the participant’s preference.

Certification

Participants will be awarded with Certificate of Attendance.