The otoscope is nothing more than a specially designed flashlight and magnifying glass which allows viewing of the ear canal and tympanic membrane. Otoscopy is not required by OSHA , but is still a good idea since it allows the OHC to view obvious problems with cerumen, swelling and redness, and drainage. One of the purposes of otoscopy is not to make a medical diagnosis. A rather detailed description of otoscopy can be found by clicking here . The speculum is the black cone shaped object which fits into the persons ear canal.
Speculums come in different diameters.
You want to choose the largest speculum that fits comfortably into the worker's ear canal. Pull back on the pinna . You can grasp the helix and gently pull back. This will straighten out the person's ear canal. How to hold the otoscope .