Post on 27-Dec-2015
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HEARING CONSERVATION HEALTH EDUCATION
and
MOTIVATION
HEARING CONSERVATIONPROGRAM
28 Jan 2013
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Learning Objectives
1. List HCP Education/Training Instructions
2. Identify who requires initial/annual training
3. Identify training content requirements and command responsibilities
4. List activities to motivate and encourage behavior change for improving compliance
5. List education and training resources
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GOAL of the HCP
Prevent occupationally related noise-induced hearing loss
TO MEET GOALContinual education
and training of noise-exposed personnel
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HCP Education and Training Instructions
DoD Instructions 6055.12
Marines MCO 6260.1 Series
Navy OPNAV 5100.23 Series OPNAV 5100.19 Series
NMCPHC Tech Manual 6260.51.99-2
ArmyDA PAM
40-501
Air ForceAFI 48-20
*Local SOP
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Education/TrainingWho Needs It & How Often?
I. SHORE BASED Training
A. Initial - supervisors & enrollees
B. Annual - supervisors & enrollees
II. SHIPBOARD Training
C. Initial - all hands during Indoctrination
D. Annual - HCP enrollees
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Initial Training Requirements
I. Elements and rationale for the HCP
II. Effects of noise on hearing
III. Proper use and care of HPD
IV. Command program and individual responsibilities
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Initial Training Requirements cont….
V. Individual’s responsibilities in protecting his or her hearing
VI. How hearing loss affects career
VII.Off duty practices that prevent HL
VIII. Communicating in high-noise environments
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Annual Training Requirements
I. Effects of noise on hearing
II. Purpose of HPD
III. Advantages/Disadvantages of HPD
IV. Instructions on HPD selection,use and care
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Annual Training Requirements cont…
V. Requirements to use HPD and administrative actions for non-compliance
VI. Purpose of Audiometric Testing
VII. Explanation of test procedures
VIII. Explanation that hearing loss will affect job retention/employability
IX. Encourage HPD use off duty
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Ship Board HCP Training
Command Medical
WHENDOES IT OCCUR
WHOPROVIDES
IT
OHC TECH
Initial and Annual
Stand Downs
Counseling during Hearing Test Results
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Shore Based HCP Training
COMMAND
SAFETY OFFICER
WHENDOES IT OCCUR
WHOPROVIDES
IT
Initial and Annual
Stand Downs
Counseling during Hearing Test Results
OHC TECH
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Praise normal hearing – no STS
Encourage consistent use of HPDs
Re-instruct proper insertion of earplugs
Encourage awareness of noise levels and HPD use during home and off-duty activities
OHC Tech Contributions to Annual Training
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Employee Motivation Ideas
ASHORE - Medical Clinics
OHC Tech Attitude: respect and concern for hearing enthusiasm in explaining results
Demonstrate excellent patient care and “customer service”
Use positive reinforcement
KEY: Behavior must change to improve compliance using HPDs
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Employee Motivation Ideas #2
AFLOAT and RURAL COMMANDS
OHC Technician may assist Safety Officer or Unit Supervisors in educational & motivational activities
Perform “walk-throughs” to monitor compliance
Give positive reinforcement for consistent HPD use in the presence of co-workers
Provide personalized training for workers having difficulty using HPDs
Reinforce fact that Significant HL can mean a job change or Loss of Employment
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Employee Motivation Ideas #3
Supervisors must be HCP role models
Develop creative competitions
Recognize units or work centers who have- lowest STS rates- highest HPD compliance
- highest annual testing compliance
Use videos, speakers with hearing loss
“You must be the change you want to see in the world” Gandhi
#1
HighestHCP
Compliance
Libert
y
Award
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Documentation
Annual hearing conservation training employee training records DD2216 during annual hearing
testing
Sign-in rosters of annual group training kept on file with the unit or shop a minimum of 5 years
Copies of training rosters forward to Safety Officer
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Educational Resources
Regional Occupational Audiologists!
Student workbook –materials & resources list
Navy & Marine Corps Public Health Center
Internet sources: Safety, OSHA, CDC,universities, audiology/medical sites
Guest Speakers with hearing loss
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SUMMARYFour of the Five
Elements of the HCP can be outstanding
But… IF personnel are not
educated or motivated to conserve their hearing through
appropriate behaviors, WE have failed in our
mission readiness.