• Advanced Hearing Specialists conducts annual hearing screenings at your location and in compliance with OSHA regulations.
• AHS supplies on the spot custom hearing protection for your employees.
• AHS accomodates shift work schedules.

Until statements issued by OSHA during the 1970's, the specifics regarding wearing ear protection was left pretty much undefined. As of January '81, however, only workers exposed to levels of 85dB and under can voluntarily choose to wear protection. Workers exposed to 8 TWA hours of 90dB or more must be protected. And the burden of finding reliable protection and of enforcement is placed on the employer. *

Unfortunately no two ears are alike and expandable disposable earplugs cannot fit everyone equally well. Some like the fit, others do not and if an employee isn't comfortable with the fit, their compliance is typically less than 100%. This can create a coverage problem in your protection plan.

Advanced Hearing Specialists provides baseline, annual and retest hearing services to businesses concerned about the effects noise has on the productivity and wellness of their employees.

Many businesses, especially in the manufacturing industry, deal with noise that exceeds 85 decibels, some at even more dangerous levels. In order to remain in compliance with OSHA guidelines, AHS develops and maintains a comprehensive hearing protection program.

As part of your business's safety program, Advanced Hearing Specialists will conduct annual hearing screenings and provide comprehensive reports. Recommendations are made for medical follow up or additional hearing testing as necessary. Advanced Hearing Specialists will educate your employees about the negative effects of noise, especially in regard to hearing. Finally, a personal hearing protection plan is devised, implemented and monitored so you can continue to ensure a safe work environment for your employees.

Personal hearing protection takes on many forms from over-the-counter to custom earplugs. AHS can provide you with many custom options. Take a look at our custom earplug page for a detailed look at many of these options.