182.637.81 NOISE AND OTHER PHYSICAL AGENTS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

Discusses noise-related topics such as physics of noise propagation and control, noise measurement, hearing anatomy and physiology, and noise-induced hearing loss; and covers ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, lasers, and heat stress.

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to do the following: 1.Describe the components of an acceptable hearing conservation program; 2.Define the mechanisms by which noise induces hearing loss; 3.Calculate noise exposure metrics and compare them to acceptable exposure criteria; 4.Operate sound level meters and noise dosimeters; 5.Define the hazard classification system for laser safety programs; 6.Assess the acceptability of exposures to radiofrequency non-ionizing radiation; 7.Describe basic radiation health concepts and methods for detecting ionizing radiation; 8.Assess occupational heat stress risk.