This one-hour course offers a concise exploration of the hazards associated with noise exposure on construction sites. Prolonged exposure to high noise levels poses a risk of permanent hearing loss, a condition unaffected by surgery or hearing aids. Construction sites, with their various noisy operations, present a significant source of potential noise exposure. Beyond the risk of hearing impairment, loud noise can impede work productivity and contribute to workplace accidents by diminishing the ability to hear warning signals. Hearing loss resulting from excessive noise limits one's capacity to perceive high frequencies and understand speech, leading to communication difficulties and potential social isolation. Topics: 1. Importance of Controlling Noise on Construction Sites 2. Sound Level Charts, Sound Meters, Noise Indicators 3. Maintaining and Retrofitting Equipment for Noise Suppression 4. Proper Selection of Hearing Protection 5. Ways to Contact and Report Excessive Noise to OSHA Publication Source: OSHA