1910.95(g)(8)(ii)(A)
Employees not using hearing protectors shall be fitted with hearing protectors, trained in their use and care, and required to use them.
1910.95(g)(8)(ii)(B)
Employees already using hearing protectors shall be refitted and retrained in the use of hearing protectors and provided with hearing protectors offering greater attenuation if necessary.
1910.95(i)(4)
The employer shall provide training in the use and care of all hearing protectors provided to employees.
1910.95(k) Training program.
1910.95(k)(1)
The employer shall institute a training program for all employees who are exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels, and shall ensure employee participation in such program.
1910.95(k)(2)
The training program shall be repeated annually for each employee included in the hearing conservation program. Information provided in the training program shall be updated to be consistent with changes in protective equipment and work processes.
1910.95(k)(3)
The employer shall ensure that each employee is informed of the following:
1910.95(k)(3)(i)
The effects of noise on hearing;
1910.95(k)(3)(ii)
The purpose of hearing protectors, the advantages, disadvantages, and attenuation of various types, and instructions on selection, fitting, use, and care; and
1910.95(k)(3)(iii)
The purpose of audiometric testing, and an explanation of the test procedures.
1910.95(l)(3)
The employer shall provide, upon request, all materials related to the employer's training and education program pertaining to this standard to the Assistant Secretary and the Director.
