Hearing protection is mandatory for all employees involved in work assignments with the potential for hearing damage. Supervisors are responsible for ensuring the issuing of protection devices and monitoring their use accordingly. They are also responsible for employee compliance in the use of hearing protection while working. Each employee is responsible for wearing hearing protection in those areas where mandatory use has been designated. Employees are responsible for requesting immediate replacement of lost or damaged hearing protection devices.
Employees are responsible for the proper use and cleaning of hearing protection devices.
This is wrong, medically unsound, and unethical. The BLM has set a high priority on safety and realizes that a successful HCP requires commitment, communication, and cooperation between management and employees. Employees are encouraged to contribute to the program by raising questions, concerns, and by informing management when procedures are impractical, suggesting alternatives when possible. Record Keeping Noise exposure measurement records must be kept for two years according to 29 CFR 1910.95. The BLM has decided to maintain noise exposure records for the same duration as other exposure records.