Abstract
Noise is recognized universally as an occupational hazard; however, there is not a globally accepted regulatory approach toward protecting the noise-exposed workforce. The regulatory differences for hearing conservation around the world make it challenging for multinational companies to set policies for corporate hearing loss prevention programs. This presentation compares and contrasts selected aspects of various hearing conservation regulations to the United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements. The following jurisdictions are included: Australia/New Zealand, Brazil, China, European Union, India, Japan, and Mexico. Details were collected from English translations of a country regulation as well as by consultation with an experienced, in-country resident whenever possible. Information includes noise exposure limits, noise control, hearing protection device use, standards, and attenuation derating schemes, audiometric testing and hearing shift criteria, and employee training requirements. Studying these criteria will also spark discussion as to best practices and emerging trends in hearing conservation.
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