Sound Decisions: Effective Strategies for Occupational Noise Monitoring

Noise-induced hearing loss is a leading—and preventable—occupational health risk. As a safety professional, you play a pivotal role in safeguarding your workforce from this invisible hazard. With evolving work environments, changing OSHA regulations, and rapid advancements in monitoring technology, your expertise is more critical than ever.

Join our expert-led webinar designed for OEHS professionals to discuss the health risks associated with occupational noise exposure and discover new technologies that make noise assessment more accurate and efficient.

As a safety leader, your actions have a direct impact on workplace well-being and organizational success. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your knowledge, update your practices, and champion a safer, healthier environment for all.

Objectives

Upon completion, participants will be able to:  

1. Describe the health risks associated with occupational noise exposure and the importance of early detection and prevention.
2. Identify key methods and tools for monitoring workplace noise levels, including area and personal dosimetry.
3. Apply monitoring data to support compliance with hearing conservation regulations and implement effective noise control strategies.

Lecturer

Stephanie M. Lynch, PhD, CIH, CSP, COHA

Dr. Lynch is a safety professional with a passion for total occupational health and safety. Her focus includes respirator fit testing, noise monitoring and control, ergonomics, and environmental awareness. Currently a Senior Technology and Research Manager, Stephanie has over 10 years of experience as an Industrial Hygienist and several years of training and teaching experience. She earned a Master's of Public Health and a PhD in Industrial and Systems Engineering. 

Credit

This course contains 1 hours of instruction. 0.1 CEUs are offered for this course.

As an IACET Accredited Provider, Bowen Learning Network offers CEUs for its programs that qualify under the ANSI/IACET Standard.

Eligible for contact hours with the BGC, BCSP, IHMM, and other OEHS certifying agencies.

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Completion Requirements

To receive a Certificate of Completion for this course, participants are required to complete the following items:

1. Participate in the live webinar or review the on-demand webinar recording.
2. Score 70% or higher on the quiz.
3. Complete the webinar evaluation.

No certificate will be awarded to participants who do not meet the above completion requirements.

Computer Requirements

The Bowen Learning Network online virtual classrooms are powered by BigBlueButton. It fully supports the Windows, Mac OS X, and Chromebook platforms (see below for versions supported). Support is available for iOS (iPads) and Android Tablets. While smart phones can be used, the screens are too small to display all of the aspects of the Virtual Classroom.  For the best online learning experience, the use of a device with a larger screen is HIGHLY recommended. A physical keyboard is also recommended.

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