29 CFR 1910.95

Hearing Conservation Awareness

Hearing conservation awareness training written to the employee training requirements in OSHA 29 CFR §1910.95(k), for employees whose noise exposure meets or exceeds the hearing conservation action level (an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels) — industrial, maintenance, warehouse, equipment and aviation ramp support workers among them. Covers the effects of noise on hearing, hearing protector types and real-world attenuation, correct fit, use and care of protectors, and the purpose and process of audiometric testing. Awareness training only — does not replace employer-specific noise monitoring, audiometric testing, medical review or individual hearing-protector fit instruction.

$39
3 modules · certificate included
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What this course does and does not doIt is not a substitute for employer-specific noise monitoring, audiometric testing, medical review, individual hearing-protector fit instruction, or site-specific selection of protection for actual exposures.
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$3,568
average penalty per citation under this standard

Quick answer

What is Hearing Conservation Awareness?
Hearing Conservation Awareness is online compliance training documenting the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95. It costs $39, is self-paced across 3 modules, and issues a dated certificate the moment the trainee finishes.
Who needs it?
employers and safety managers documenting required workplace-safety and HR training for their staff.
How often must it be repeated?
Every 12 months.
Is the certificate verifiable?
Yes. Every certificate carries a unique number that anyone can check publicly at certifiedtrainingusa.com/verify without an account.
OSHA enforcement · since 2023
2,494
citations issued nationally
$3,568
average penalty per citation

29 CFR 1910.95 was cited 2,494 times, averaging $3,568 in initial penalties. This course costs $39.

Source: US DOL OSHA enforcement data · pulled 2026-08-23

Where this standard is enforced

Citations issued under this standard, by the state the inspection took place in. Darker means more.

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Fewer
Most (289)States with no shading have no citations in our dataset

Most citations

Tennessee289
Pennsylvania235
Ohio137
Texas122
Michigan106

Source: OSHA inspection and violation data, pulled 2026-08-23. Figures are initial penalties, which are frequently reduced on settlement.

Check your state

See how often 29 CFR 1910.95 was cited where you operate.

Citations by state (full data)
TN: 289 ($588)
PA: 235 ($3,292)
OH: 137 ($5,458)
TX: 122 ($7,539)
MI: 106 ($2,115)
CT: 105 ($438)
OR: 97 ($487)
NC: 96 ($1,674)
WI: 96 ($5,080)
IL: 87 ($6,335)
FL: 82 ($3,779)
AL: 79 ($1,306)
NJ: 79 ($8,890)
NY: 72 ($5,273)
CO: 65 ($2,708)
GA: 65 ($5,039)
MA: 58 ($3,615)
MN: 52 ($1,731)
MO: 46 ($6,348)
NV: 43 ($11,569)
MD: 40 ($244)
ME: 30 ($1,510)
IN: 23 ($2,183)
VA: 23 ($1,689)
AZ: 20 ($1,454)
KY: 18 ($2,600)
MS: 17 ($6,192)
NH: 15 ($4,445)
RI: 15 ($2,794)
KS: 13 ($7,615)
CA: 13 ($1,929)
SD: 9 ($4,307)
SC: 9 ($697)
AK: 8 ($26,345)
PR: 7 ($1,682)
OK: 7 ($5,444)
NM: 6 ($7,127)
WV: 6 ($8,661)
LA: 3 ($12,286)
MT: 3 ($3,980)
AR: 3 ($7,528)
IA: 3 ($5,581)
NE: 3 ($9,175)
DE: 3 ($3,862)
ND: 2 ($10,633)
ID: 2 ($2,483)
UT: 1 ($1,250)

Who actually gets cited for this

Based on the 2,313 citations under 29 CFR 1910.95 that we could match to an inspection record, which is 92.7% of the 2,494 we hold.

By industry

Manufacturing76% | 1,757
Construction4.6% | 106
Wholesale Trade4.2% | 98
Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services3.8% | 88
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation3.5% | 81
Other Services (except Public Administration)2.2% | 51

Manufacturing alone accounts for 76% of them.

By employer size

1 to 10 employees18.3% | 423
11 to 50 employees49.6% | 1,147
51 to 250 employees27.3% | 631
251 to 1,000 employees4.2% | 96
More than 1,000 employees0.7% | 16

Citations by year

812
2023
789
2024
561
2025
151
2026*

* Year still in progress, so it is not comparable with the full years beside it. Across the complete years shown, citations fell 31%.

What this course covers

01
Noise, Hearing, and OSHA Program Basics15 min
Noise, Hearing, and OSHA Program Basics; Action level; Warning signs; Noise controls; Employee role.
02
Hearing Protectors: Selection, Fit, Use, and Care15 min
Hearing Protectors: Selection, Fit, Use, and Care; Attenuation; Proper fit; Use and care; Communication.
03
Audiometric Testing, Records, and Daily Prevention15 min
Audiometric Testing, Records, and Daily Prevention; Threshold shift; Training updates; Records; Daily habits.

Who needs this training

This course is for employers and safety managers documenting required workplace-safety and HR training for their staff. It documents the training required under 29 CFR 1910.95. You can take it as an individual, or buy seats for your whole team from one account.

Instant, verifiable certificate

Your certificate issues the moment you finish, with a unique ID. Any employer or inspector can confirm it at certifiedtrainingusa.com/verify. No waiting for a card in the mail.

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Common questions

Can I complete this training online?

Yes. Hearing Conservation Awareness is delivered entirely online and self-paced. The regulation (29 CFR 1910.95) requires that the training occur and be documented, which this course satisfies; any hands-on or site-specific portion a standard also requires remains the employer's responsibility.

Do I get a certificate?

Yes. A certificate is issued the moment you complete the course. It carries a unique ID and can be verified by any employer or auditor at certifiedtrainingusa.com/verify.

How long does it take?

The course is self-paced, so you can finish in one sitting or return as your schedule allows. Most learners complete it in under two hours.

Can I train my whole team?

Yes. You can buy multiple seats and manage your team from one account. Training providers can also resell this course under their own brand.

Before you buy, read the background

We publish a sourced guide to this requirement, with the current enforcement figures pulled from our own dataset.

Occupational Health · 7 min read
Hearing Conservation Training: What 1910.95 Requires of Employers
A practical guide to the occupational noise standard, when a hearing conservation program is triggered, why annual training is mandatory, and what records inspectors ask to see.

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