Some 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous noise levels annually, with construction sites being among the most common sources. Exposure to loud noise or certain chemicals at work can lead ...

Hearing loss continues to be prevalent in work-related environments, and yet, this loss is 100 percent preventable. One can point to the employer as having responsibility, but we cannot ignore the ...

Many dangers in the workplace are hazards that cannot be seen. For instance, viruses, extreme hot or cold temperatures, toxic vapors and even noise can present issues in the workplace that could lead ...

As the world shifts toward sustainability, industries seek to adopt eco-friendly practices at every level of operation. 1 One important area of focus is personal protective equipment (PPE). Hearing ...

On any jobsite, personal protective equipment (PPE) does more than meet a checklist — it’s the barrier between everyday hazards and serious injury. Whether it’s falling debris, excessive noise, or ...

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has issued new employer guidance on how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to job applicants and employees who have hearing ...