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Hearing Protection
Noise is one of the most common workplace hazards. Workers in many industries, including construction are exposed to noise levels that are so high that their hearing can be damaged. Fortunately, work-related hearing loss is preventable. Noise is often described as "unwanted sound." Thus, some people can find some sound acceptable and some will find it irritating. There is no doubt that noise affects our quality of life. There is also evidence that high levels of noise affect health, interferes with sleep and increases stress.

Whenever a noise hazards exist (when noise levels are above 85 dB), all persons entering the affected area must be provided with and shall wear C.S.A. / A.N.S.I. approved hearing protection.
  1. Hearing Protection Combined with Music Scores

    Workers shall not wear muff type hearing protectors, headsets or ear buds, which have been designed or modified to accept AM or FM radio, or other music sources. As well, MP3 or I-Pod type audio devices are not permitted as they can be a distraction and completely inhibit the worker's ability to hear necessary sounds.