NIOSH Program Portfolio

Construction

NORA Construction Sector Strategic Goals

Goal 4.0: Reduce hearing loss among construction workers by increased use of noise reduction solutions, practices, and hearing conservation programs by the construction community

Intermediate Goal Number	Goal Description	Status
4.1	Use existing information supplemented by survey research to develop a baseline on current noise control and hearing loss practices in construction.	No Work Underway
4.2	Increase awareness about noise hazards and solutions among construction workers, contractors, owners, and suppliers.	Some Work Underway or Planned
4.3	Increase the availability and adoption of quieter tools and equipment in the construction industry via research and implementation of a “Buy Quiet” campaign.	Some Work Underway or Planned
4.4	Develop and promote the use of model programs and practices by construction owners, governmental groups, professional groups, and best practice employers.	Some Work Underway or Planned

NIOSH Program:

Construction

Program Description
NIOSH Strategic Goals
• About NORA Construction Sector Strategic Goals
• Main Goals List
• Goal 1.0
• Goal 2.0
• Goal 3.0
• Goal 4.0
  • 4.1
  • 4.2
  • 4.3
  • 4.4
• Goal 5.0
• Goal 6.0
• Goal 7.0
• Goal 8.0
• Goal 9.0
• Goal 10.0
• Goal 11.0
• Goal 12.0
• Goal 13.0
• Goal 14.0
• Goal 15.0
• Non-Goal Projects

Legend
Some Work Underway or Planned
No Work Underway