Tag: hearing aids

OSHA Begins Regional Emphasis Program for Noise

By Guy Burdick, EHS Daily Advisor Jun 18, 2021 Enforcement and Inspection

Updated: Jun 18, 2021

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Region V office in Chicago recently established a regional emphasis program (REP) of targeted outreach and enforcement of the agency’s occupational noise exposure standard (29 CFR 1910.95) in Midwest manufacturing facilities. OSHA Region V includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin. “Earning a living […]

How Does Hearing Loss Impact Employee Safety?

By Rebecca Herbig, AuD Oct 15, 2018 EHS Management

Updated: Oct 15, 2018

Affecting about 48 million people in the United States, hearing loss is one of the most common disabilities among American workers. The effects of hearing loss on the workforce can be far-reaching, resulting in lost productivity, lower wages, and increased safety risks.