Work in Noisy Environment ProBE
Rationale for the Programme
An increase in the number of noise-induced deafness cases has been observed, with 2006 statistics showing a 37% increase from 2005. As shown in the following figure, a break down by the types of occupational diseases shows that noise-induced deafness accounts for 81.4% of all occupational diseases reported in 2006.
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Top 2 Types of Occupational Diseases in 2006.
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The chart below shows the profile of noise-induced deafness in various industries in 2006. A large number of cases were from manufacturing industries. However, other industries, such as the shipbuilding and ship repairing industry and the transport and storage industry, also contributed significantly to the number of cases.
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Profile of Noise-induced Deafness in various industries in 2006.
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Given the above, targeted intervention at workplaces with noisy environments is warranted.
Engaging the Industry
Noise-Induced Deafness (NID) has been Singapore's top occupational disease for the past three years. It accounted for 80% of all Occupational Diseases last year.
As a result, the Ministry of Manpower and the Workplace Safety and Health Advisory Committee have developed a five-year Noise Induced Deafness Prevention programme, targeting workplaces with noise hazards in the manufacturing, shipbuilding and ship-repairing, and the construction industries, with the aim of reducing the incidence of NID.
On 3rd December 2007, Implementing Hearing Conservation Programme (HCP) at your Workplace Seminar was held at Spring Singapore. The seminar underscores the need to protect one's sense of hearing. It featured presentations by MOM as well as the industry on the five elements in HCP.
Overview of ProBE on WiNE
Presented by Mr. Tan Chor Yik, Occupational Safety and Health Division, MOM |
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Identification of Noise Hazard & Evaluation of Noise Risk
Presented by Mr. Eric Ng, Absolute Instrument Systems Pte Ltd |
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Implementation of Noise Control Measure
Presented by Dr Chew Chye Heng, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore |
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Implementing Hearing Conservation Programme at Your Workplace
Presented by Damo S Spear Safety Services |
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The launch of NID progarmme, themed "Music To My Ears", was held at the DBS auditorium on the 21st September 2007. Homegrown international jazz recording artiste Jacintha Abisheganaden performed at the launch event to underscore the importance of protecting one's hearing. Workers with NID were present to share testimonies of their condition, while companies presented their best practices in noise control solutions. MOM staff also gave presentations on how to better control noise hazards.
The following materials were presented at the event:
Workplace Safety and Health Report January to June 2007
Presented by Er. Lim Sui Soon, Deputy Chairman, Workplace Safety & Health Metalworking Advisory Committee |
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Health Effects of Excessive Noise Exposure
Presented by Dr Lucy Leong, Senior Specialist, Occupational Safety and Health Division, MOM |
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| Video: Personal Testimony by HearSafe Ambassador |
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Overview of Noise-Induced-Deafness Prevention Programme
Presented by Mr. Lui Hon Kee, Senior Specialist, Occupational Safety and Health Division, MOM |
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Management of Noise Hazards in Workplaces
Presented by Ms Yong Li Ching, Specialist, Occupational Safety and Health Division, MOM |
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Noise Induced Deafness (NID) Prevention Programme
Presented by Advanced Micro Devices (Singapore) Pte Ltd |
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Compliance Assistance
Operations
A Compliance Assistance Checklist (Work in Noisy Environment) has been designed to provide a general view of the basic compliance items while working in noisy environment.
| Compliance Assistance Checklist |
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Technical Advisory
A technical advisory for working in noisy environment prepared by Workplace Safety and Health Advisory Committee (WSHAC) is available to help stakeholders better understand common hazards and manage risks. The technical advisory contains topics regarding:
- Planning of Hearing Conservation Programme
- Elements of Hearing Conservation Programme
- Implementation of Noise Control Measures
| Technical Advisory for Working in Noisy Environment |
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| Guidelines on Hearing Conservation Programme |
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