When conducting hearing or spirometry testing within your occupational health and safety program, it is crucial to stay current on certifications and training.
e3 Occupational Health Solutions and our partners offer over 70 NIOSH and CAOHC certification and re-certification courses year-round. These courses are held in various locations, making them convenient and affordable for you and your staff to attend.
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CAOHC Certification OSHA Recommendations
Although not mandated, OSHA strongly advises that individuals conducting hearing tests within a hearing conservation program obtain certification from the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). This ensures consistent training for your entire staff and uniformity in testing results throughout your program.
NIOSH Spirometry Certification OSHA Requirements
OSHA requires individuals conducting spirometry testing to complete an approved training course by NIOSH, based on the workplace or employee exposure. Healthcare professionals are also recommended to take NIOSH-approved training for accurate spirometry results.
CAOHC Approved Certified Occupational Conservationist Course
According to the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 29 Code of Federal Regulation 1910.95(g)(3):
"Audiometric tests shall be performed by a licensed or certified audiologist, otolaryngologist, or other physician or by a technician who is certified by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation or who has satisfactorily demonstrated competence in administering audiometric examinations, obtaining valid audiograms and properly using, maintaining and checking calibration and proper functioning of the audiometers being used."
While audiometric testing programs require supervision by a physician or audiologist, a certified occupational hearing conservationist (COHC) is directly engaged with workers exposed to noise. COHCs usually conduct pure tone air conduction audiometric testing, fit hearing protection, offer education, and ensure compliance with hearing conservation program (HCP) requirements.
To become a COHC, you need to complete the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC)-approved, 20-hour certification course and pass the accompanying exam.
Our training courses meet the requirements of CAOHC. Upon successful completion of the course participants are eligible for certification through CAOHC.
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NIOSH Approved Spirometry for Occupational Medicine Course
Our two-day (16 hours, 8:00am – 5:00pm) course includes the most recent nationally-recognized standards (ATS/ERS) for reliable spirometry in the occupational health setting. The class combines lecture, demonstration, and practice using a wide variety of spirometers in a relaxed classroom environment. Upon successful completion, participants will be awarded a certificate valid for 5 years.
Who Should Attend
- Nurses
- Medical Assistants/Technicians
- Other medical personnel
- Safety Personnel
- Anyone involved in spirometry testing
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