CAOHC Recordkeeping and Program Management 2

Question 1

Which records must an employer maintain as part of the OSHA hearing conservation program?

Accepted Answer

Noise exposure measurements, audiometric test results, and audiometer calibration records

Answer

OSHA requires records of noise exposure measurements (2 years), audiometric test results (duration of employment), and calibration records.

Question 2

What is the role of the program administrator in a hearing conservation program?

Accepted Answer

To coordinate all program elements including monitoring, testing, training, protector provision, and recordkeeping

Answer

The program administrator coordinates the overall hearing conservation program, ensuring all required elements are implemented and maintained.

Question 3

How should an employer evaluate the effectiveness of their hearing conservation program?

Accepted Answer

By tracking STS rates, comparing them to industry benchmarks, and analyzing trends over time

Answer

Program effectiveness is best evaluated by analyzing audiometric trends, STS incidence rates, and comparing metrics against industry benchmarks.

Question 4

What information must be included on the OSHA 300 Log when recording a hearing loss case?

Accepted Answer

Employee name, job title, date of injury, location, and classification as hearing loss

Answer

Recordable hearing loss cases must be entered with standard injury recording information including employee identification, dates, and classification.

Question 5

How long must noise exposure measurement records be retained under OSHA?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 years

Answer

OSHA requires noise exposure measurement records be retained for at least 2 years, shorter than the duration-of-employment requirement for audiometric records.

CAOHC - Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation Practice Test

CAOHC - Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation Practice Test

CAOHC Recordkeeping and Program Management 2