Research Programs

What to know

As the federal research agency tasked with developing and promoting best practices for the prevention of occupational hearing loss, NIOSH has multiple activities designed to protect worker hearing. These activities occur across NIOSH and include conducting surveillance, carrying out basic and applied research, developing practical solutions, recommending best practices, and disseminating information to employers, workers, and health and safety professionals. The following research programs enhance and support NIOSH's work in hearing loss prevention.

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Programs

NORA Hearing Loss Prevention Council
An overview of the Hearing Loss Prevention Cross-Sector Council and its members.
Hearing Loss Prevention Program
This page describes the HLP Program's research priorities, accomplishments, and future direction.
Occupational Hearing Loss Surveillance
Learn about hearing loss statistics and the NIOSH occupational hearing loss surveillance program.
Health Hazard Evaluation Program
The NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation Program evaluates U.S. workplaces for health hazards at no cost.
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