June 17 - June 24, 2022

Course Overview

  • Understand the nature of noise hazards in the workplace and the effects of noise on people
  • Learn how to assess noise in the workplace and in the general environment
  • Assess the significance of measurement data against compliance standards

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the consequences to health and well being of excessive exposure to noise
  • Understand the measurement (including dosimetry) of noise against current standards
  • Conduct surveys in the workplace to assess risks from noise
  • Advise on the need for and means of control including PPE
  • Appreciate and advise on environmental noise assessment
  • Understand current standards and good practice in these fields

Course Content

* Introduction to Sound, Risk Assessment and Noise Surveys

* Noise Control Engineering

*Hearing Protection Program and Audiometric Testing

*Guidelines for effective hearing conservation program

*Environmental noise assessment and control