Noise Exposure Reduction: Hierarchy of Controls

This is a graphic describing the hierarchy of controls for noise exposure reduction. Controls include (from most effective to least effective) elimination, substitution, engineering controls, administrative controls, and personal protective equipment or PPE.
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Date Shot/Created
Circa 06/30/2026
Media Usage Rights/License
Public Domain
Image
Noise Exposure Reduction: Hierarchy of Controls, Exhibit 2 to Service Manual Chapter 242 FW 3, Noise Control and Hearing Loss Prevention.

Subject tags
Policy
Safety