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OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training

  • In accordance with Federal OSHA Regulations 29 CFR 1910.95
  • Designed with special consideration of California Title 8 CCR Section 5095
  • Available in: United States English | España Español
  • Learn at your own pace and on your own schedule
  • Receive your certificate instantly upon completion
  • Select from SCORM-compliant, online streaming, virtual instructor-led, or in-person learning formats
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Course Facts

What You Get
What You Get
Certificate of Completion
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Training Duration
Training Duration
1 Hour
Learning Type
Learning Type
100% online, available 24/7
Course Access Validity
Course Access Validity
3-month completion timeline, 1-year access to training materials.
Device Support
Device Support
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Android
Windows
Web
Certificate Validity
Certificate Validity
12 months, before a refresher is required.
OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), an estimated 22 million workers in the U.S. are exposed to potentially damaging noise levels each year. When we look specifically at manufacturing, the statistics become even more concerning. Approximately 18% of all manufacturing workers have hearing difficulty, and about 11% experience tinnitus. Perhaps most troubling, 28% of noise-exposed manufacturing workers report not wearing hearing protection.

Our OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training aligns with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 and California Title 8 CCR Section 5095 standards for occupational noise exposure. By taking this course, you are becoming part of the solution!

Who Needs This OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training?

This OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training is designed for employees working with occupational noise exposure levels at or above 85 dB, 8-hour Time-Weighted Average.

Why Choose Our OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training?

  • Aligned with OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910.95, ensuring your program meets regulatory training and compliance obligations.
  • Goes beyond theory by teaching employees how to calculate NRRs, recognize Standard Threshold Shifts (STSs), and properly select and fit hearing protection in actual workplace conditions.
  • Provides supervisors, safety professionals, and employees with clear guidance on implementing and maintaining an effective Hearing Conservation Program.
  • Emphasizes early detection, proper attenuation evaluation, and corrective actions to prevent noise-induced hearing loss from becoming irreversible.

OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training Course Syllabus

This OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training consists of 2 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.

Lessons

Introduction

Lesson 1: Occupational Noise Exposure

  • Noise and Hearing
  • Hearing Protection
  • Types of Hearing Loss
  • Recognizing the Signs of Hearing Loss
  • Decibels and Noise Exposure
  • Permissible Noise Exposures
  • Hearing Conservation Program
  • Purpose of the Hearing Conservation Program
  • Employer Responsibility
  • Noise Exposure Monitoring
  • Sampling Strategy Requirements
  • Noise Measurement Requirements
  • When Monitoring Must Be Repeated
  • Importance of Ongoing Monitoring
  • Hearing Tests
  • Audiometric Testing Program
  • Annual Audiogram Requirement
  • Protecting Your Hearing: The Hierarchy of Controls
  • Training Program
  • Access to Information and Training Materials
  • Recordkeeping
  • Audiometric Test Records
  • Access to Records
  • Additional Tools for Noise Screening

Lesson 2: Personal Protective Equipment for Hearing Conservation

  • When Are Hearing Protectors Needed?
  • Hearing Protectors – The Last Line of Defense
  • Types of Hearing Protection
  • Single-Use Earplugs
  • Pre-Molded Earplugs
  • Canal Caps
  • Earmuffs
  • An Important Note on Hearing Protection
  • Hearing Protector Fit Testing (HPFT)
  • What Is Attenuation?
  • Hearing Protector Attenuation
  • Re-evaluation of Hearing Protectors

Final Examination

Frequently Asked Questions

This course meets and exceeds the compliance requirements outlined in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.95 and California Title 8 CCR Section 5095 standards for occupational noise exposure.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that millions of workers are exposed to hazardous noise each year, and too many already experience hearing loss or tinnitus. Those numbers are not just data; they represent real people whose quality of life has been permanently affected.

When you participate in this OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training, you are taking a proactive step toward reducing those numbers. You are learning to recognize hazardous noise levels, properly select and use hearing protection, understand audiometric test results, and respond to early warning signs such as Standard Threshold Shifts.

  • Aligned with OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910.95, ensuring your program meets regulatory training and compliance obligations.
  • Goes beyond theory by teaching employees how to calculate NRRs, recognize Standard Threshold Shifts (STSs), and properly select and fit hearing protection in actual workplace conditions.
  • Provides supervisors, safety professionals, and employees with clear guidance on implementing and maintaining an effective Hearing Conservation Program.
  • Emphasizes early detection, proper attenuation evaluation, and corrective actions to prevent noise-induced hearing loss from becoming irreversible.

This OSHA Noise Exposure and Hearing Conservation Training is designed for employees working with occupational noise exposure levels at or above 85 dBA, 8-hour Time-Weighted Average. OSHA considers noise levels at or above 85 dBA hazardous and requires a Hearing Conservation Program when exposures exceed this level.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

OSHA regulations recommend employees take this course as an annual refresher.

Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.

Validity: The course certificate is valid for one year.

Renewal: Simply take this course in 12 months to maintain compliance and stay current on noise exposure and hearing conservation best practices at work sites.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Course Objectives

After completing the course, the learner will be able to:

  • Identify noise hazards in the workplace and explain how excessive noise can impact hearing and overall safety.
  • Explain OSHA noise exposure regulations, including the action level, permissible exposure limit (PEL), and requirements for a Hearing Conservation Program.
  • Assess employee noise exposure using the 8-hour time-weighted average (TWA) and noise dose calculations to determine compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Develop and implement a noise monitoring program, including proper selection of monitoring methods.
  • Establish and maintain an audiometric testing program, including baseline and annual audiograms, identification of standard threshold shifts, and proper recordkeeping.
  • Select, fit, and evaluate hearing protection devices (HPDs) appropriate to workplace noise levels, including earplugs, pre-molded plugs, canal caps, and earmuffs.
  • Calculate NRR, the effective attenuation of hearing protectors, and apply OSHA guidelines to ensure employees receive adequate protection.
  • Implement the hierarchy of controls for noise hazards, including elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Provide effective training on noise hazards and hearing conservation, ensuring employees understand proper use, care, and maintenance of hearing protection devices.
  • Maintain required records and documentation for noise monitoring, audiometric testing, and training.
  • Evaluate and improve hearing conservation programs based on workplace changes, employee feedback, or evidence of hearing loss.
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Michael Don
Safety Manager
A very practical course I’ve implemented at our facility. The sections on NRR calculations were especially clear and easy to apply in real-world situations.
David Collins
Maintenance Superintendent
It’s practical, straightforward, and highly relevant for working in maintenance environments.
Robert Fagan
Plant Operator Manager
This training helped us strengthen our Hearing Conservation Program. The real-world examples made it easy for employees to understand why consistent hearing protection matters.
Dan Gomez
Maintenance Supervisor
This is one of the most comprehensive OSHA noise training courses I’ve used. It balances regulatory requirements with practical application, making it valuable for organizations of any size.
Olivia Fernando
Corporate Safety Director
Excellent! After the training, we observed immediate improvement in the use of proper hearing protectors.
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