AFI48-127_DAVISMONTHANAFBSUP — Occupational Noise And Hearing Conservation Program

AFI48-127_DAVISMONTHANAFBSUP governs Davis-Monthan AFB policies and responsibilities for preventing adverse effects of flightline hazardous noise.

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  • Publication number: AFI48-127_DAVISMONTHANAFBSUP
  • Title: OCCUPATIONAL NOISE AND HEARING CONSERVATION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2020-02-19

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It administers the Air Force Hearing Conservation Program and addresses hazardous noise exposure, hearing testing, audiology support, and HCP funding. It requires records created under the publication to be maintained and disposed of under Air Force records procedures.

Applies to: This supplement prescribes policies and responsibilities for all military and civilian personnel assigned to Davis-Monthan Air Force Base (AFB) and the Aerospace Maintenance and Regeneration Group (AMARG).

Topics covered

  • Flightline hazardous noise
  • Hearing Conservation Program
  • Hazardous noise exposure
  • Hearing testing capabilities
  • Hearing conservation diagnostic centers
  • Audiologist training

Questions and answers

When may commanders waive the supplement’s provisions?

During mission essential, contingency, or emergency operations, commanders may waive the provisions of this instruction; however, when commanders waive procedures, they must ensure all supervisors exercise caution, make certain all subordinate personnel are aware of hazardous noise conditions, and take actions to protect the health of personnel.

What must Air Force operations involving hazardous noise establish and maintain?

Ensure Air Force operations involving occupational and combat-related exposure to hazardous noise establish and maintain HCPs in compliance with Federal and DoD requirements. (paragraph 2)

Who provides strategic direction and policy for the Air Force Hearing Conservation Program?

Provide strategic direction and policy to execute the AF HCP. (paragraph 2)

What funding does the Air Force Medical Operations Agency provide for hearing conservation?

Allocate funding to resource and equip installations to assist with meeting the HCP requirements (T-1). (paragraph 2)

What training is required for new Air Force audiologists?

Ensure the gaining Military Treatment Facilities (MTFs) have funds to send all new Air Force audiologists to a hearing conservation program-training course at USAF School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM) within one year of assignment to first duty station for active duty or within the first year of employment for civilian audiologists. (paragraph 2)

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