Part 380 - Occupational Noise Exposure

Part 380 - Occupational Noise Exposure

Price: $130
Full Day Course
MTI Required Occupational Health Certificate Course.
MTI Level Two Elective Course (Compliance Track - General Industry).

Course Description:

This seminar is designed to give participants an understanding of the requirements of MIOSHA’s Part 380 - Occupational Noise Exposure. Topics covered include: definition of noise, hearing loss and how it can occur, determining when and why to conduct noise monitoring, determining when a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) occurs and when to record it on the 300 log, noise training requirements, noise control technologies, and how to select proper hearing protection. Participants will have “hands-on” opportunities to use noise dosimeters/sound level meters and calibrators and assess noise levels associated with actual noise sources.

Agenda:

• Explain the requirements of MIOSHA’s Part 380, Occupational Noise Exposure Standard.
• Conduct “hands-on” noise monitoring using noise dosimeters wIth actual noise sources.
• Describe what a Standard Threshold Shift (STS) is and when it must be recorded on MIOSHA Injury and Illness Logs.
• Determine how to select and use appropriate hearing protection.

All meetings are accessible and barrier free. Please contact the cosponsor or the CET Division, at least 30 days in advance, to request necessary accommodations.

The meeting site and parking are accessible. Individuals attending the meeting are requested to refrain from using heavily scented personal care products, in order to enhance accessibility for everyone. People with disabilities requiring additional services (such as materials in alternative format) in order to participate in the meeting should call 517-284-7720 at least 30 days before the program. The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) is an equal opportunity employer/program.

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