Noise and Hearing Loss in Construction

Última actualización: octubre 5, 2026

5 modules
12 pages
about 15 minutes

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Noise and Hearing Loss in Construction

Lección 1

Curso interactivo

For construction workers: know the OSHA permissible noise limits, how mixed noise levels add up over a shift, what must happen when noise is too loud, and how to use hearing protection that actually works.

What this certificate covers

This certificate records completion of awareness training based on OSHA 29 CFR 1926.52 and 1926.101. It is not an OSHA card or license. Neither 29 CFR 1926.52 nor 29 CFR 1926.101 has a training paragraph of its own, so there is no training requirement in these sections for this course to meet. Your employer must still administer a continuing, effective hearing conservation program in all cases where sound levels exceed Table D-2 (1926.52(d)(1)), and make sure that ear protective devices inserted in the ear are fitted or determined individually by competent persons (1926.101(b)).

What you will learn

Recognize when noise is over OSHA's permissible limits, using the Table D-2 levels and times
Add up a day of mixed noise levels to see whether the total is over the limit
Know what must happen first when noise is too loud, and when hearing protection is required
Use hearing protection that is fitted to you and actually protects

What you get

About 15 minutes, on your phone or computer, read out loud as you go
Real photos, not cartoons
A hands-on drill: you make the calls, step by step, and see what happens
4 quick checks along the way, then a final quiz
A certificate with a QR code your employer can check online
A wallet card you can print and carry
A printable study guide (PDF)

Training a crew? Add your workers, see who finished, and keep every certificate in one place. Train your team →

Course outline

How loud, for how long: The permissible noise exposures (Table D-2)
Adding up a mixed day: Different noise levels in one shift
What must happen: Controls first, then hearing protection, plus a program
Hearing protection that works: Fitted to you, never cotton
On the job

Questions

What does Noise and Hearing Loss in Construction cover?

You will be able to: recognize when noise is over OSHA's permissible limits, using the Table D-2 levels and times; add up a day of mixed noise levels to see whether the total is over the limit; know what must happen first when noise is too loud, and when hearing protection is required; use hearing protection that is fitted to you and actually protects.

Who is this course for?

It is written for workers.

How long does it take?

About 15 minutes, on a phone or a computer. You can stop and pick up where you left off.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. Score 80% or better on the final quiz and you get a certificate with a code your employer can check.

Which OSHA rule is it based on?

Based on OSHA 29 CFR 1926.52 (Occupational noise exposure) and 29 CFR 1926.101 (Hearing protection). It is awareness training: it is not an OSHA card, and your employer still has to train you on their own equipment and plan.

Course facts

Who it is for: Workers
Trainer: Marc Harvey, Site Safety Officer (OSHA 30, CPR, USACE CQM)
Time: about 15 minutes, on your phone or computer
Final quiz pass mark: 80%, with a certificate employers can verify
Based on OSHA 29 CFR 1926.52 (Occupational noise exposure) and 29 CFR 1926.101 (Hearing protection) (official text)
Printable study guide (PDF) with the key points and practice questions, included with the course
Answer key with OSHA citations for trainers (trainer plans)
Facts checked word for word against the official text (2 sources)
29 CFR 1926.52; 29 CFR 1926.101