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Hard hats, safety helmets, bump caps and face coverings—you know, all the good stuff to shield your skull from falling objects, obstructive beams and global pandemics.
HEARING PROTECTION: OSHA REQUIREMENTS AND CHOOSING THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR YOU
22 million workers in the U.S. are regularly exposed to potentially damaging noise, according to the Centers for Disease Control. OSHA mandates that any workplace averaging 85dB for an eight-hour average exposure must put in place an effective hearing conservation program. (On construction sites it’s a 90dB threshold.) If you need to raise your voice to speak to someone three feet away, noise levels might be above 85dB.
Before you say anything, we get it. Hard hats are a badge of honor. It’s your battle-scarred, sticker-loaded representation of long hours on unforgiving job sites.
With ever-changing risks confronting workers daily, there is a constant challenge to keep them safe. New technology is certainly crucial to the goal of zero injuries, but how does one take it all in, roll out a safety program and adapt that program amidst constant change? The first step is a better understanding of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).