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The Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Prevention Risk Assessment includes the following job steps and related potential hazards:
- 1. Preparation
- Improper training
- Inadequate equipment
- 2. Equipment Check
- Defective equipment
- Excessive noise level
- 3. Work Area Setup
- Overcrowded work area
- Noise from adjacent operations
- 4. Communication & Coordination
- Miscommunication of task requirements
- Insufficient breaks to rest ears
- 5. Carry out Task
- Intense impact noise
- Repeated exposure without protection
- 6. Cleaning up & Clearing Out
- Not disposing of waste properly
- Blocked exits and walkways causing physical hazards
- 7. Post-Operation Check
- Faulty machinery
- Again
- excessive noise level
- 8. Reporting & Feedback
- Unreported incidents due to fear or unawareness
- Miscalculated exposure levels stated in reports
- 9. Equipment Maintenance
- Neglected regular servicing
- Inadequate replacements
- 10. Training & Development
- Infrequent training schedules
- Insufficient awareness raising sessions
- 11. Hazardous Material Handling
- Inappropriate disposal
- Inconsistently labelled hazardous substances
- 12. Conducting Regular Audits
- Failing to identify risks
- Inadequate safety audits
- 13. Noise Monitoring & Measurement
- Ineffective measurement tools
- Incorrect frequency of monitoring
- 14. Employee Health Checks
- Ineffective hearing protection device
- Increased duration of noise exposure
- 15. Updating SOPs and Safety Protocols
- Omitted important information
- Delayed updates
- 16. Manufacturing & Production Operations
- Inadequate sound insulation
- Distracting noise level
- 17. Storage & Transport of Materials
- Misplacement causing tripping hazards
- Improperly secured items during transit
- 18. Emergency Preparedness Training
- Lack of fire safety equipment
- Insufficient first aids
- 19. Regular Rest Breaks
- Skipping rests resulting in fatigue
- Extended hours causing higher exposure to noise
- 20. Final Evaluation Phase
- Ignored issues from previous phases
- Failing to make necessary culture change for prevention