What information must be included in the records for a hearing conservation program?

Employers must keep records of employee exposure measurements, audiometric test results, hearing protector evaluations, training sessions, and program evaluations to comply with OSHA's hearing conservation program requirements. This article provides an overview of the information that employers need to include in their records.

OSHA requires that the records of hearing conservation programs include the following information:

Employee exposure measurements: Employers must keep records of all noise measurements taken to determine employee exposure levels.
Audiometric test records: Employers must keep records of all audiometric tests conducted as part of their hearing conservation programs. These records must include the employee's name, job title, and test results.
Hearing protector evaluations: Employers must maintain records of any evaluations conducted on the effectiveness of hearing protectors used in the workplace.
Training records: Employers must keep records of all training sessions conducted as part of their hearing conservation programs. These records must include the date of training, the topics covered, and the names of the employees who attended.
Program evaluations: Employers must conduct periodic evaluations of their hearing conservation programs to ensure their effectiveness. These evaluations must be documented and kept on file.

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