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Tuesday, August 17th, 2010

Howard Leight Expands Social Media Offering to Include Blog, YouTube Channel

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Howard Leight®/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC has recently expanded its social media outreach to include a new blog and a YouTube channel that covers a variety of topics about Hearing Conservation, protection, and safety. These materials further expand its HearForever™ initiative aimed at raising awareness of the risks and dangers of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

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“Howard Leight takes Hearing Conservation seriously,” said Renee S. Bessette, COHC, Marketing Manager for Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC. “By expanding our social media outreach, we are able to educate more people of the dangers and prevention of noise-induced hearing loss at work and at home.”

The expanded program includes the new HLHearForever channel on YouTube (http://youtube.com/hlhearforever), which features interviews with Hearing Conservation experts Brad K. Witt, Sperian Hearing Protection Director of Hearing Conservation, and Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz, Sperian Hearing Protection Hearing Conservation Manager, covers topics such as military and hearing; how to properly fit an ear plug; motivating workers to value their hearing; and changing attitudes about noise-induced hearing loss.

The new HearForever Blog (http://hearforever.org/blogs) features posts by Brad K. Witt, Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz, and Renee S. Bessette – all discussing topics based on overall Hearing Conservation and the importance of hearing safety at work and at home.

HearForever.org provides information on the latest advances, research, and discoveries of noise-induced hearing loss detection and prevention. The site is an extensive source for educational, informative and motivational materials including articles, case studies, white papers, presentations, and collateral.

Hearing Conservation Programs are an ever-changing, evolving process,” said Bessette. “Our goal is to continually educate those involved with Hearing Conservation and hearing loss prevention activities with an extensive educational portal to address various topics and current trends.”

Follow the HearForever Blog at: http://www.hearforever.org/blogs and see the new videos at www.youtube.com/hlhearforever.

About Howard Leight®/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC

Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® ear plug fit testing system. Visit: http://www.howardleight.com.

Visit the HearForever website at http://www.hearforever.org. Follow @HearForeverOrg on Twitter at http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Resource Links

· Blog: http://www.hearforever.org/blogs

· Facebook: http://facebook.com/HearForever

· LinkedIn: http://linkd.in/9sdVIk

· Twitter: _http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg

· YouTube: www.youtube.com/hlhearforever

Public Relations contact (Boston): Don Goncalves of Tiziani Whitmyre, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380

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Thursday, May 20th, 2010

Texas Employers Urged to Attend Free June Seminars to Improve Hearing Conservation Programs

hf_seminar_header_alberta2May 20, 2010 — Texas employers across the state are invited to attend free seminars in June designed to improve their Hearing Conservation Programs and help prevent noise-induced hearing loss among workers.

The three-hour seminars, “HearForever™: Best Practices in Hearing Conservation,” are set for Dallas, San Antonio, Corpus Christi, and Houston, and will provide practical information on noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) and the latest research and technologies to enhance occupational hearing conservation programs.

Dr. Theresa Y. Schulz, Lt. Col. (retired, US Air Force), Hearing Conservation Manager at Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC/Howard Leight®, will host the seminars. Dr. Schulz is past president of the National Hearing Conservation Association (NHCA) and past chair of the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). Dr. Schulz is a Texas native and during her career in the Air Force was stationed for a time at Brooks AFB in San Antonio. She holds a Ph.D. in hearing science from Ohio State University.

Designed for industrial hygienists, occupational health and safety professionals, safety managers, audiologists, and liability and risk management professionals, the seminars will cover:
• Basics of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
• Key Elements of an Effective Hearing Conservation Program
• Impending Changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) and How They Affect Employers
• Selection and Fitting of Hearing Protectors
• Employee Motivation and Training Techniques/Resources
• New Hearing Conservation Innovations and Technologies

The seminars will run from 9 a.m. to noon:
• Monday, June 7 – Dallas, TX, Embassy Suites Dallas – DFW International Airport North at Outdoor World
• Tuesday, June 8 – San Antonio, TX, Holiday Inn Northwest / Seaworld
• Wednesday, June 9 – Corpus Christi, TX, Embassy Suites Corpus Christi
• Thursday, June 10 – Houston, TX, Marriott Houston South at Hobby Airport

Continuing Education Units (CEU) are available for AIHA and ASSE members.

Attendees will receive free training materials, literature and hearing protection samples. Attendees are also invited to participate in hands-on demonstrations of Howard Leight’s new VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system and QuietDose™ in-ear dosimetry. A complementary continental breakfast is included.

To register, visit http://www.hearforever.org/hf2010texas.

Howard Leight Hearing Conservation seminars have been presented to over 2,500 safety professionals on five continents over the past five years. They’re part of Howard Leight’s industry-leading HearForever™ initiative to raise awareness of the dangers, risks and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

Follow on Twitter: @HearForeverOrg at http://twitter.com/hearforeverOrg.

About Howard Leight
Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: http://www.howardleight.com. Follow on Twitter (@HowardLeight) at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Sperian Protection
With nearly 6,000 employees worldwide, Sperian Protection is resolutely geared towards international markets. The world leader in personal protective equipment (hearing, eye, respiratory and fall protection, gloves, clothing and footwear), the Group offers innovative products adapted to high-risk environments so that all workers in the manufacturing and services industries can work with confidence. Sperian Protection is listed on Euronext’s Eurolist and on the SBF120.

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Thursday, April 29th, 2010

Free Seminars to Help Employers Prevent Noise-Induced Hearing Loss Among Workers Set for Phoenix, Reno, Salt Lake City, Denver in May

hearforever_final-logo-332SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, U.S.A. — April 29, 2010 — A series of free seminars in Phoenix, Reno, Salt Lake City, and Denver this May can help employers protect their workers against noise-induced hearing loss– the most common permanent and preventable occupational injury in the world.

In the U.S., more than 30 million workers are exposed to hazardous noise at work on a daily basis.  But experts say while noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is 100% permanent, it is also 100% preventable.

Titled “HearForever™: Best Practices in Hearing Conservation,” the three-hour sessions will provide employers with practical information on noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL), and the latest research and technologies to enhance worker hearing protection programs.

Industrial hygienists, occupational health & safety professionals, safety managers, and audiologists are urged to attend.

Members of ASSE and AIHA are eligible to receive CEUs.

Topics will include:
• Basics of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
• Key Elements of an Effective Hearing Conservation Program
• Impending Changes to the Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) and How They Affect Employers
• Selection and Fitting of Hearing Protectors
• Employee Motivation and Training Techniques/Resources
• New Hearing Conservation Innovations and Technologies

The seminars will run from 9 a.m. to noon, and are scheduled as follows:
• Phoenix: Monday, May 17, at the Hilton Phoenix Airport, 2435 South 47th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034-6410;
• Reno: Tuesday, May 18, at the Silver Legacy, 407 North Virginia Street, Reno, NV 89501;
• Salt Lake City: Wednesday, May 19, at the Hilton Salt Lake City Center, 255 S.West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101;
• Denver: Thursday, May 20, at the Hilton Garden Inn Denver Tech Center.

Attendees will receive free training materials, literature and hearing protection samples. Following each seminar, attendees will also have the opportunity for hands-on demonstrations of Howard Leight’s new VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system and QuietDose® in-ear dosimetry.

The seminars will feature Director of Hearing Conservation Brad Witt of Howard Leight®/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC. Witt has 25 years of experience and has trained professional groups in all aspects of hearing conservation in 14 countries on five continents. He’s been recognized as Outstanding Lecturer twice by the National Hearing Conservation Association.

“Our goal is to provide employers with the latest data, technologies, and know-how to effectively manage their Hearing Conservation Programs — for the benefit of their workers, as well as their own bottom-line,” Witt said.

To register, visit http://www.hearforever.org/hf2010western.

Howard Leight Hearing Conservation seminars have been presented to over 2,000 safety professionals on five continents over the past three years. They’re part of Howard Leight’s industry-leading HearForever initiative to raise awareness of the dangers, risks and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

Follow on Twitter: @HowardLeight at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight and @HearForeverOrg at http://twitter.com/hearforeverOrg.

About Howard Leight
Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever™ initiative. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational noise-induced hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: http://www.howardleight.com. Follow on Twitter (@HowardLeight) at http://twitter.com/HowardLeight.

About Sperian Protection
With nearly 6,000 employees worldwide, Sperian Protection is resolutely geared towards international markets. The world leader in personal protective equipment (hearing, eye, respiratory and fall protection, gloves, clothing and footwear), the Group offers innovative products adapted to high-risk environments so that all workers in the manufacturing and services industries can work with confidence. Sperian Protection is listed on Euronext’s Eurolist and on the SBF120.

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Public Relations contact, Boston, Don Goncalves, dgoncalves@tizinc.com, 781-793-9380, for Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

Motivating Workers to be Ear-Responsible

hearforever_final-logo-332“Da be way oo roec your hearing rom haardu noi eboer i oo onidindly oo hearing roecer around loud noi.”

These may seem like nonsense words to a reader, but this is what normal speech and conversation may sound like to an employee who lives with noise-induced hearing loss. (*For a translation, see the end of our article linked below.)

Safety professionals know the hazards of loud noise, but how can we convey that risk awareness to workers, and motivate them to take personal and pro-active actions? Read any Hearing Conservation regulation cover to cover, and the word motivation never appears. But the safety-savvy employer will know that motivation is the keystone to preventing noise-induced hearing loss. Motivated employees take responsibility for protecting their hearing both on- and off-the-job, rather than just viewing hearing protectors as a workplace compliance issue.

Read more for three tools used in successful Hearing Conservation Programs for instilling the risk awareness that motivates workers to take action to conserve their own hearing:  http://www.hearforever.org/tools-to-educate/motivating-workers-to-be-ear-responsible

Follow HearForever on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://www.twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Monday, January 25th, 2010

HearForever 2010 Presentations in South Africa

hearforever_final-logo-332HSE Solutions, in conjunction with the Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene and the Institute of Safety Management invite you to the 2010 HearForever presentation series featuring Brad Witt, Director of Hearing Conservation at Sperian Hearing Protection.

HearForever is an ongoing campaign by Howard Leight to build awareness about the risks, dangers and consequences of noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

There are five dates & locations.

Topics Include:
* Basics of Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)
* Hearing Protector Selection
* Fitting Tips
* VeriPRO and QuietDose demonstrations
* Motivating employees to use hearing protectors
* FAQ’s

Dates & Locations:
* Johannesburg / Monday 15 March 2010 – The Birchwood Hotel
* Durban / Tuesday 16 March 2010 – Blue Waters Hotel
* Cape Town / Wednesday 17 March 2010 – The River Club
* Rustenburg / Tuesday 23 March 2010 – Anglo Development Centre (ADC)
* Middelburg/Witbank / Wednesday 24 March 2010 – The Ridge Casino

Each presentation runs from 09h15 – 15h30 with complimentary lunch.

RSVP by 5 March 2010 as we have limited seating.

For more information & to register, visit: http://www.hearforever.org/hearforever2010RSA

Follow HearForever on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://www.twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Wednesday, January 20th, 2010

Take Action on Hearing Protection — Tell a colleague or friend

hearforever_final-logo-332Help grow the community of people committed to Hearing Conservation by making people aware of the problem.

When you see someone in a situation that could compromise their hearing, let them know the risks and the simple solutions.

Urge them to learn more about work place hearing safety, noise induced hearing loss, and effective hearing protection at http://www.hearforever.org and http://facebook.com/HearForever

Follow HearForever on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://www.twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Monday, January 18th, 2010

What’s the most common occupational injury in the United States?

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What’s the most common occupational injury in the United States?

It might surprise you, but Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) is the most common occupational injury in the United States.

30 million US workers are exposed to hazardous noise at work on a daily basis and approximately 10 million Americans suffer from NIHL.

Learn about the consequences of NIHL — and how to prevent it — at http://www.hearforever.org

Follow HearForever on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://www.twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Friday, January 15th, 2010

What does losing your hearing feel like?

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What does losing your hearing feel like?

When the sounds of the world start to fade away, it can be a very isolating experience.

And it doesn’t get better. Get serious about conserving your hearing today, so you can hear what’s going on around you tomorrow.

Listen up. HearForever.

Download poster: http://www.hearforever.org/userfiles/file/propaganda/Lonely_chair.pdf

Follow HearForever on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://www.twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations

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Tuesday, January 5th, 2010

White Paper Shows How QuietDose In-Ear Dosimetry Validated Hearing Conservation Program, Reversed OSHA Citation at Dixie Industries

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, USA, January 5, 2010 – In many occupational Hearing Conservation Programs, solutions often become a problem – a seemingly endless cycle of behaviors and tactics that yield minimal results and little real-world data.

A new free white paper case study titled “QuietDose™ In-Ear Dosimetry is a ‘Foundational Element’ of Dixie Industries’ Safety Program” details how the Chattanooga, Tennessee, specialty forging and assembly operations company, was able to use new QuietDose in-ear dosimetry to break that cycle and abate an OSHA citation.

For over a decade, Dixie Industries spent over $1 million on more than 30 different engineering and administrative control projects to achieve an overall noise reduction. Yet, a noise control problem persisted and Tennessee OSHA cited the company in 2005 for excessive noise. Instead of returning to the cycle of controls, Dixie Industries sought to apply cutting edge QuietDose in-ear dosimetry from Howard Leight® to obtain more and more precise information about its worker noise exposures – and abate the citation.

QuietDose is the first noise level monitoring system that uses in-ear dosimetry to measure every sound that reaches the user’s eardrum, with and without hearing protection. Dramatically more precise than existing area or personal sampling devices currently in use, QuietDose provides previously unattainable and highly precise data points on accumulated noise dose that allow both workers and management to make the smartest, best-informed hearing protection decisions.

“From the beginning, we made the decision to use QuietDose as an instrument to collect actual exposure data and not use it as a replacement for our existing Hearing Conservation Program,” said Ed Tougaw, production manager at Dixie Industries, a division of the Columbus McKinnon Corporation, in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

“The success of our in-ear dosimetry program sent a message that everyone could and should make a contribution to the overall safety environment at Dixie,” said Tougaw.

This case study details Dixie Industries use of QuietDose to:

  • Compare the benefit of monitoring employee noise dose versus making capital investments in engineering noise controls to reduce specific noise levels
  • Allow safety managers to monitor worker noise exposure levels to determine noise dose during their workday
  • Provide personalized, accurate data to validate the success of Hearing Conservation Program and abate an OSHA citation

Download the free case study “QuietDose™ In-Ear Dosimetry is a ‘Foundational Element’ of Dixie Industries’ Safety Program” at www.hearforever.org/dixie.

About Howard Leight

About Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC

Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever initiative™. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: www.howardleight.com.

Visit the HearForever website at http://www.hearforever.org. Follow us on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Tuesday, December 15th, 2009

New White Paper Details Best Practices of an Occupational Hearing Conservation Program: US Airways

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, USA December 15, 2009 Mergers and acquisitions are commonplace today. As competitors come together to expand their reach globally or complete a product portfolio they also must face integration challenges, including the integration of safety programs.

A new free, white paper from Howard Leight titled, “Best Practices in a Hearing Conservation Program: US Airways,” details how the merger between US Airways and America West led the newly formed company to enhance its occupational Hearing Conservation Program. It is available to download at http://www.hearforever.org/usairways.

The white paper examines how, in the time since America West merged with US Airways to become the number four carrier in the United States, the new US Airways endeavored to consolidate and enhance its corporate safety program — and specifically its Hearing Conservation Program.

The white paper identifies and discusses the best practices of an occupational Hearing Conservation Program including:

  • Involving employees in the hearing protection device process.
  • Making audiometric testing accessible to all employees.
  • Using motivational materials to support employee understanding of the Hearing Conservation Program.

“The program was developed by combining the strongest and most effective elements of each of the two original airlines’ programs. The result is a lesson in best practices management,” said Renee S. Bessette, COHC, Marketing Manager, Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC.

“All workers have a role in making a Hearing Conservation Program successful. By educating employees about noise-induced hearing loss, hearing safety and hearing protection devices, and by making the knowledge regarding the program and its components accessible, the company is able to not only strengthen its Hearing Conservation Program but improve overall personal safety awareness in the workplace as well,” she said.

To download the new white paper, Best Practices in a Hearing Conservation Program: US Airways, visit: http://www.hearforever.org/usairways.

About Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC

Howard Leight/Sperian Hearing Protection, LLC is a leading global provider of passive and intelligent hearing protection solutions, and the founder of the HearForever initiative™. For over 30 years, Howard Leight has pursued the prevention of occupational hearing loss through innovation in hearing protection design, technology, performance and comfort, and the promotion of progressive Hearing Conservation Programs. Leading solutions include the highest attenuating Max® single-use earplug; patented Air Flow Control™ technology for optimal earmuff attenuation; QuietDose™ personal in-ear dosimetry; and the industry-changing VeriPRO® earplug fit testing system. Visit: www.howardleight.com.

Visit the HearForever website at http://www.hearforever.org. Follow us on Twitter (#HearForeverOrg) at http://twitter.com/HearForeverOrg and find us on Facebook at http://facebook.com/HearForever.

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Public Relations contact, Boston: Tiziani Whitmyre Inc., http://www.tizinc.com/public-relations


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