HEARING CONSERVATION

Hearing Conservation Program - audiometric Testing Program

audiometric testing not only monitors employee hearing acuity over time but also provides an opportunity for employers to educate employees about their hearing and the need to protect it.

The audiometric testing program includes:

Obtaining baseline audiograms

Performing annual audiograms

Initiating training and follow-up procedures.

The audiometric testing program should indicate whether hearing loss is being prevented by the employer's hearing conservation program. audiometric testing must be made available to all employees who have an average exposure level of 85 dBA. The program shall be provided at no cost to employees.

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