Best Niosh Apps

by Centers For Disease Control and Prevention

4.7😊(17K ratings)

Free

This free app measures sound levels and noise exposure using your smartphone. Developed by acoustics experts, it provides professional-grade metrics and guidance on hearing protection and noise prevention.

What We Love

🚀 Free and ad-free
👍 Simple and intuitive interface
⚖️ Accurate and reliable measurements
💡 Useful for monitoring noise levels in various environments
🔍 Provides detailed noise data and exposure information

Room to Improve

🐛 Occasional bugs and crashes
🔌 Issues with external microphone support
🔋 Can drain battery when running for extended periods
📱 Limited iPad optimization

NIOSH Mobile Pocket Guide by Centers For Disease Control and Prevention

Chemical Hazard Data

Strong Contender

💪 Health & Fitness

3.5(19 ratings)

Free

This app provides essential industrial hygiene data for 677 chemicals, helping workers and professionals identify and manage occupational hazards. It includes exposure limits, chemical identifiers, and search functionalities for quick access to critical safety information.

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool by Centers For Disease Control and Prevention

Worth Considering

☀️ Weather

2.6😞(314 ratings)

Free

#30in Weather

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 1

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 2

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 3

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 4

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 5

OSHA-NIOSH Heat Safety Tool screenshot 6

This tool helps outdoor workers stay safe by providing real-time heat index information and hourly forecasts specific to their location. It offers occupational safety recommendations and details on heat-related illnesses and their first aid.

What We Love

💡 Valuable tool for heat safety
👍 Useful and informative
👍 Precise and accurate
👍 Great for tracking heat index
👍 Helpful precautionary and first aid information
👍 Available in Spanish

Room to Improve

🐛 Crashes or doesn't load data
🐛 Inaccurate or inconsistent temperature/heat index readings
🐛 Doesn't work in Canada
🐛 Frequent errors or connection issues
🐛 Doesn't update or refresh properly
🐛 Unreliable or not user-friendly

More Niosh apps to explore

Ladder Safety

Multimodal angle indicator (visual and sound)Optimal ladder positioning guidanceInteractive reference materials

This app helps extension ladder users determine the optimal angle for safe ladder placement using visual and sound signals. It also provides interactive reference materials, safety guidelines, and checklists for ladder selection, inspection, and use.

(19)

OSHA Safety Regulations Guide

1910, 1926, 1904, 1928, 1915

Offline access to OSHA standardsCovers General Industry (1910)Includes Construction (1926) standards

Access critical OSHA safety standards offline for various industries including general industry, construction, and maritime. Ideal for employers, safety professionals, and workers needing quick on-the-job reference to ensure compliance and workplace safety.

(1.8K)

HazMat - ERG 2024 Guidebook

Emergency Response Guidebook

Hazardous materials referenceERG 2024 guideIncident response tool

This app provides a quick reference for hazardous materials, serving as an educational tool for handling, storage, and incident response. It functions offline, making it accessible without an internet connection.

(1K)

All regulations and guidelines

OSHA Safety Standards

Full OSHA Standards Library accessOffline functionalityAutomatic updates from eCFR

Access all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and regulations instantly from your phone. This app provides comprehensive, free access to the entire OSHA standards library, with full offline functionality and automatic updates.

(31)

OSHA-NIOSH Small Bus Checklist

Safety and Health Handbook

Self-inspection checklists for hazard identificationChecklists for general industry (not construction)Add photos and comments to checklist items

This free tool helps small businesses identify workplace hazards with self-inspection checklists. It provides resources and covers various safety and health topics relevant to general industry. Information is saved locally and not shared with any agencies.

by Centers For Disease Control and Prevention

Calculates Recommended Weight Limit (RWL)Calculates Lifting Index (LI)Calculates Composite Lifting Index (CLI)

This utility calculates the Recommended Weight Limit (RWL) and Lifting Index (LI) for single or multiple lifting tasks based on the NIOSH Lifting Equation. It helps assess physical stress to prevent low back musculoskeletal disorders.

(10)

Noise Dosimeter: NIOSH & OSHA

Hearing Safety & Exposure

Heat Index: NIOSH Calculator

(0)

Heat Safety & Risk Level Tool

Instant heat index calculationOSHA risk level assessmentProtective measure recommendations

This tool calculates the heat index based on temperature and humidity, providing OSHA-calibrated risk levels and protective recommendations for outdoor work. It also includes a reference guide for heat-related illnesses and first aid.

☀️ Weather

(19)

Decibel Meter & Dosimeter

Uses NIOSH Standards

Real-time decibel monitoringNoise exposure limit trackingDetailed noise history

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional sound level meter. It provides real-time decibel monitoring, instant feedback on noise intensity, and smart notifications for safety limits. Track your noise exposure over time with detailed history and exportable reports.

Noise Dosimeter NIOSH & OSHA

(17)

freemium

dB, Decibel Sound Level Meter

NIOSH & OSHA standardsCalibrated with professional sound level meterBackground work

This app measures your daily noise exposure to help you understand when sound levels exceed safe limits. It provides real-time alerts and works in the background, assisting you in protecting your hearing from potential damage.

💪 Health & Fitness

(388)

Decibel Sound Meter: dB SPL

Noise Level & Loudness Test

Measures environmental noise decibel valuesDisplays dB values in various formsTidy graphic design with high frame rate

Measure environmental noise levels and display decibel values in various formats. This smart sound meter app features a tidy graphic design and provides real-time noise detection using your mobile microphone. It offers clear visualizations of sound levels and includes helpful information about decibel measurements.

📊 Productivity

(3)

Chemical Safety Data Sheets - ICSC

by ThatsMyStapler Inc.

Two-page chemical safety summariesSearchable chemical list (Name, CAS#, RTECS#)Saved history of viewed chemicals

Access concise, standardized safety summaries for chemicals, ideal for workers and employers. This app provides essential health and safety information in an easy-to-review, two-page format, serving as a valuable supplement or alternative to lengthy MSDS documents.

by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Search by name, CAS, or UN/NA numberDetailed chemical datasheetsOffline access to all data

Access a comprehensive database of hazardous chemical datasheets for emergency responders and planners. Get response recommendations, predict hazards like explosions or toxic fumes, and find information from multiple sources, all available offline.

(26)

Sound Decibel Meter-NIOSH,OSHA

Noise Level Spectrum Analyzer

Smart AI noise meterAccurate sound pressure measurementsSync with Health app

Measure ambient noise levels with this clear, simple, and accurate app. It helps you monitor hearing health by detecting noise types, analyzing sound pressure, and syncing data with your Health app. Features include recording, sharing, and adherence to OSHA/NIOSH standards.

dB Checker & Sound Analyzer

Decibel Meter - Sound Level.

(0)

Measure Noise & Frequency

Decibel Meter dB: Noise Level

(0)

SPL, Sound & Frequency Test

Real-time dB meterSave and export measurement historyCamera overlay for photos/videos

This tool measures real-time sound levels, providing current, minimum, average, and maximum readings. It allows users to save sessions, export reports, and even overlay sound data onto photos and videos for documentation. It also tracks noise dose and time-weighted averages for extended measurements.

(1)