Purpose
The purpose of this hearing conservation program is to prevent occupational hearing loss and comply with the OSHA Standard 29 CFR 1910.95 - Occupational Noise Exposure; Hearing Conservation Amendment.
Scope
This program applies to all employees who are exposed to an eight-hour time-weighted average of 85db or greater. Permanent hearing loss is preventable with the continued use of proper hearing protection and reduction of workplace noise levels to below 85 dB. This will benefit not only employees who can listen and communicate well throughout their lifetimes, but also helps the employer in terms of reduced exposure to hearing loss compensation claims and a potential for increased general safety and job performance.
