Construction Noise Exposure Monitoring Checklist

Comprehensive noise exposure monitoring checklist for hearing conservation on construction sites.

  • Industry: Construction
  • Frequency: As needed/Periodic
  • Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Role: Safety Manager
  • Total Items: 22
  • Compliance: OSHA 1926.52, OSHA 1910.95, NIOSH REL

Noise Monitoring

Sound level assessment

  • Sound level monitoring conducted?
  • Monitoring equipment calibrated?
  • Results documented?

Exposure Assessment

Worker exposure

  • Exposures above 85 dBA (8-hr TWA)?
  • Exposures above 90 dBA (8-hr TWA)?

Hearing Protection

HPD use

  • Hearing protection available?
  • Hearing protection worn in high-noise areas?
  • NRR adequate for exposure levels?

Training

Worker education

  • Workers trained on noise hazards?

PPE Compliance

PPE inspection

  • Hard hats worn?
  • Safety glasses worn?
  • High-vis vests worn?
  • Steel-toe boots worn?

Fall Protection

OSHA 1926 Subpart M

  • Fall protection above 6 feet?
  • Guardrails intact?
  • Harnesses inspected?

Housekeeping & Organization

Site organization

  • Walkways clear?
  • Materials stored safely?
  • Debris removed?

Electrical Safety

OSHA 1926 Subpart K

  • GFCI protection on circuits?
  • Extension cords good?
  • Lockout/tagout followed?

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