The IHSA Safety Podcast is a free podcast from the Infrastructure Health and Safety Association that seeks to improve the lives of workers in Ontario; one thought-provoking discussion at a time.
<p>We engage with professionals and industry influencers to help them implement and improve health and safety solutions for workers and the workplace. Each episode explores best practices, resources, and training to control and eliminate safety hazards in work environments involving high-risk activities in the industries that IHSA serves: construction, transportation, and electric utilities
Noise exposure is a significant hazard in the construction, transportation, and utility sectors. When workers are exposed to noise for too long or at excessive levels, this can cause irreversible damage, resulting in hearing loss. This is known as Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).
In this episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast, Jasmine Kalsi discusses the importance of raising awareness about the potential risks associated with noise in the workplace. Backhoes, chainsaws, and compressors are examples of equipment that could produce a loud amount of noise and cause damage to hearing, especially when used over a long period of time. Jasmine also highlights important details such as:
- The misuse of music listening devices (like earbuds) by workers, which are not rated for hearing protection and can be considered counterproductive
- The importance of establishing controls and evaluating their effectiveness to ensure the safety of workers’ hearing
- The resources IHSA offers for employers and workers, including a safety talk on hearing protection, a chapter in the Construction Health and Safety Manual, and various eLearning courses
Free Resources:
Noise Control Tool
Noise Assessment Tool
Doing Something about Noise
Controlling Noise Exposure in Construction
Basics of Hearing Protection for Workers (eLearning)
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