Audiometric earphones to be reviewed for acceptability for audiometric testing.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

December 13, 1989

Mr. Joseph P. Solari
Business Manager
E-A-R Auditory Systems
E-A-R Division Cabot Corporation
5457 West 79th Street
Post Office Box 68940
Indianapolis, Indiana 46268-0940

Dear Mr. Solari:

This letter confirms receipt of your letter dated July 27, 1989 and the subsequent telephone conversation Mr. Gail Brinkerhoff of my staff held with you on November 30, 1989 regarding insert audiometric ear phones.

Use of insert earphones for audiometric testing.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

August 31, 1993

Fredrik Lindgren, Ph.D. Director,
Research and Development
Cabot Safety Corporation
5457 West 79th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46268

Dear Dr. Lindgren:

Thank you for your letters of October 25, 1991, addressed to Mr. Gail Brinkerhoff of my staff, concerning the use of insert earphones in establishing the audiometric testing program that is required by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's noise standard, 29 CFR 1910.95. We regret the delay in this response.