Mishaps-Questions
When It comes to the Army Occupational Health Program, what level of knowledge should the
USO have? - Answer Be familiar enough with the Army Occupational Health Program to
identify health hazards
In most cases, through which office do USOs usually coordinate Industrial Hygiene Program
(IHP) support? - Answer The installation office
What is the primary goal in practicing industrial hygiene? - Answer To control workplace
conditions that may cause injury or illness to workers
One of the best ways to make sure standards are being followed is to conduct inspections of the
workplace. Do you know how often inspections are to be done? - Answer At least once a year.
This would be a good time to switch gears and talk about another important safety program,
the Army Haring Program (AHP). Can you identify the main components of the AHP? - Answer
Hearing Conservation, Operational Heating Services, Hearing Readiness, Clinical Hearing
Services.
In terms of hearing conservation, what is one of the most important actions to take here as a
USO? - Answer Coordinate with Unit Commanders and supervisors for an updated noise
hazard assessment.
The Soldier is now experiencing a buzzing sensation in his ears. What condition does he likely
have? - Answer Tinnitus
Good. How, do you know which publication classifies occupational hearing loss as a Class D
Army mishap? - Answer AR 385-10
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) has consensus standards for PPE. What are
some of the different types of PPE regulate? - Answer Protective helmets, Respirators,
Protective footwear, Eye and face protection.
Now, who is responsible for identifying operations where exposure to occupational hazards
require the use of PPE? - Answer Unit Safety Officer
What does Army Policy require leaders and supervisors to do when it comes to workplace
safety? - Answer To ensure that soldiers and DA Civilians are trained and competent to
perform their work safely.