What is a Hearing Conservation Programme (HCP)?
A Hearing Conservation Programme (HCP) is a programme that is implemented at a workplace to:
- Minimise the risk associated with workplace noise exposure.
- Prevent Noise Induced Deafness (NID).
The 5 key elements of HCP are:
- Noise monitoring
- Noise control
- Provision of hearing protectors and display of warning signs
- Training for workers
- Audiometric examinations
Companies with excessive noise exposure should implement HCP to minimise noise exposure and prevent noise induced deafness.
More information can be found in the WSH Guidelines on Hearing Conservation Programme.
This information is sourced from MOM
Related questions
Who can conduct the gap analysis for noise or chemical hazards?
When do I need to carry out personal dosimetry for my workers?
Can my company engage our regular consultant whom we have been working with to assist us in completing the gap analysis and control and implementation plan (CIP), though he is not listed in the list of consultants published by MOM?
Is my company required to submit noise monitoring report to MOM?
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