A Model Hearing Conservation Program
Hearing Conservation Program • In addition to preserving hearing, a Hearing Conservation Program has other benefits for the employer: 1. Compliance with laws/regulations (avoid citations and/or fines) 2. Promotes good labor relations (shows that management is concerned) –improves morale 3. Reduced employee absenteeism
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