Sunday, October 6 3:00 pm – 5:40 pm
W8: PROTECTING YOUR HEARING AGAINST LOSS: ASSESSMENT OF FUNCTIONAL HEARING ABILITY IN NOISE
Co-Chairs: Dilys Jones, Sigfrid Soli, House Ear Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA
Summary:
Experts in the field of hearing will discuss the methods in which hearing can be protected from loss, and assess functional hearing ability in noise. The workshop will feature a tutorial on the anatomy of the ear, a discussion of the factors that contribute to hearing loss, and hearing evaluations will be conducted.
Sigfrid Soli will also discuss: audiometric testing; use and interpretation of an audiogram; extended high-frequency testing; and how to protect and conserve one's hearing by using the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) guidelines, hearing protection devices, in-ear monitors, and safe behavioral practices.