OPNAVINST 5100.19E B4 Hearing Conservation Flashcards
How often do audiometric testing booths require certification by the Industrial hygiene officer?
annually
What is the central data repository where annual audiometric testing is uploaded?
defense occupational and environmental readiness system - hearing conservation (DOEHRS-HC)
How many hours must personnel be excluded from hazardous noise areas if they require hearing retests?
14 hours
What dB levels define hazardous noise areas?
exceeding 84 dB-continuous
140 dB - Peak
Who must the MDR report all permanent threshold shifts consistent with occupational origin to?
Safety officer
What system must work related significant threshold shifts (STS) be entered into?
Web-enabled safety system (WESS)
What defines a significant threshold shift (STS)?
change of 15 dB or greater at any freq 1000-4000
change averaging 10 dB or greater at 2000, 3000, 4000 Hz
What form is the hazardous noise warning decal?
NAVMED 6260/2
What from is the hazardous noise warning label?
NAVMED 6260/2A
When is combination hearing protection required?
areas where sound exceeds 104 dB (A)
when MO or audiologist determines it is required
When is single hearing protection required when exposed to gunfire?
up to and between 140 dBSPL peak
When is double hearing protection required when exposed to gunfire?
at 165 dBSPL peak
What form is the baseline audiogram?
DD 2215
What form is is the Hearing Conservation Data Form?
DD 2216
How often should the MDR update the roster of personnel who routinely work in noise hazardous areas?
semi-annually
