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Meeting Notice
Wednesday, February 24, 2016
8 am - 9 am
Zanesville Country Club
PROGRAM:
Preventing Hearing Loss
Susan Beam
Audiologist, Genesis HealthCare System
This presentation will discuss hearing loss types and tips you can use to avoid hearing loss. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) occupational hearing loss is one of the most common work-related illnesses in the United States. Approximately 22 million U.S. workers are exposed to hazardous noise levels at work, and an additional 9 million are exposed to ototoxic chemicals. An estimated $242 million is spent annually on worker's compensation for hearing loss disability. The National Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (NIOSH) recommends removing hazardous noise from the workplace whenever possible and using hearing protectors in those situations where dangerous noise exposures have not yet been controlled or eliminated. Over the past few decades, much has been learned about the implementation of hearing loss prevention programs. Our presenter Susan Beam earned an MA in Audiology from Kent State University and a BS in Speech Pathology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
- A buffet breakfast will be served starting at about 7:45.
- Meetings are called to order shortly after 8 am.
- The fee for Safety Council is either $10 per meeting or $110 per year if paid in advance. (Safety Council members will be invoiced for the year in August)
- Guests are very welcome.
- It is not necessary to RSVP unless you are bringing extra people with you.
- Eligibility requirements for the Safety Council rebate.
- For a complete explanation of the Safety Council program visit www.zmsafety.com
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