Health & Safety ProgramsQuestion 93 of 100
What does an occupational noise exposure program aim to prevent?
a.Better hearing
b.Faster work
c.Louder equipment
d.Noise-induced hearing loss through monitoring, controls, and hearing protection
Explanation
A hearing conservation program aims to prevent permanent noise-induced hearing loss. It includes noise monitoring, engineering and administrative controls, hearing protection, audiometric testing, and training. Hearing loss from noise is permanent but entirely preventable.
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