Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.95(k)(1): The employer does not train each employee who is exposed to noise at or above an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.95(k). The employer does not institute a training program and ensure employee participation in the program: The employer does not ensure that employees exposed to noise levels at or above an eight hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels are provided with hearing conservation training. This violation was most recently documented on October 12, 2016, when employees operating a Dewalt miter saw, Bostitch pneumatic air nailer, and a pallet notcher were exposed to noise levels exceeding 85 decibels as an 8 hr. time weighted average or equivalently a noise dose of 50%. To abate this violation, the employer must provide employees with hearing conservation training covering the following topics; a) The effects of noise on hearing; b) The purpose of hearing protectors, the advantages, disadvantages, and attenuation of various types, and instructions on selection, fitting, use, and care; and c) The purpose of audiometric testing, and an explanation of the test procedures. A & D Wood Products, Inc. was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health Standard 1910.95(k)(1), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 993582, citation number 1, item number 3 and was affirmed as a final order on May 9, 2016, with respect to a workplace located at 112 Ward Street Elida, Ohio 45807.