Noise hazards monitoring

Not all existing procedures or program elements of the overall health and safety program need to be incorporated into the HASP. For example, if noise is a hazard, the plan does not have to cite the entire hearing conservation program. Procedures already established elsewhere may be referenced, as applicable. In another example, if a confined-space-entry procedure is required, the HASP could reference the particular procedure which is part of the overall program. The next step would be to identify confined spaces at the worksite where the procedure applies, and then provide appropriate implementation procedures (e.g., conditions to be monitored, evaluation of the space, issuance of an entry permit). If special operational procedures apply to the worksite, they can be attached to the HASP using an appendix. 

The basic work of providing a comprehensive assessment (Chapter 10) was done by a committee composed of the safety director, the nurse practitioner, the director of manufacturing, the supervisor of maintenance, and two production employees, one from the day shift and one from the evening shift. In addition, consultation was requested from the loss control department of their insurance carrier. The loss control engineer was an industrial hygienist who confirmed the need to monitor for noise in the manufacturing area. She also helped the nurse practitioner and the human resources director write job descriptions for all major employee classifications. The descriptions emphasized important safety considerations— for example, the amount of weight lifted and the hazardous substances handled. 

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