“It’s not just about long-term expo- sure,” said Cushing. “One bad day can change everything.” ENFORCEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY Like any safety recommendation, en- forcement is key until people get into the habit of proper ear protection. OSHA first adopted its Hearing Con- servation Amendment in 1981, requir- ing employers to implement a Hearing Conservation Program for employees exposed to noise levels of 85 dBA or more during their shift. The amendment not only outlined the necessary components of an effective program but also asked audiologists to play a supervisory role in it. Pitts cur- rently works with a few such compa- nies, conducting environmental noise analyses, administering hearing tests on employees, and providing education on how they can improve. She said re- sistance to protective measures often
Regular hearing screenings are essential for tree care workers to catch early signs of hearing loss.
“Since chainsaws, chippers, and stump grinders often operate between 110- 120 dBA, tree care workers can per- manently damage their hearing before they even finish a task if they aren’t protected,” Cushing explained.
A common misconception is that most workers think hearing loss is a slow process. But one loud event — like an equipment malfunction or unexpected explosion — can cause permanent hear- ing damage instantly.
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