Workplace Hearing & Audiometric Testing
Workplace Hearing & Audiometric TestingOH Well provides comprehensive workplace hearing/audiometric testing across Canterbury. Our assessments help employers meet New Zealand health and safety requirements, protect staff from hearing loss, and maintain a safe and healthy workplace.
A workplace hearing test measures how well employees can hear across different sound frequencies. It is an essential part of health and safety for industries where staff are exposed to loud machinery, tools, or construction sites.
Noise-induced hearing loss is gradual and often goes unnoticed until significant damage has already happened. Regular hearing screening for employees ensures early detection, which allows for faster interventions and better protection.
Workplace audiometry helps identify whether workers’ hearing has been affected by ongoing noise exposure. We will also help to identify any potential issues that could be causing noise damage, provide education and make recommendations accordingly.
Our occupational audiometric assessments are designed to support both employers and employees. Hearing testing is completed using a calibrated audiometer and based on the AS/NZS 1269:4:2014. All tests, both baseline and ongoing, include a full noise and health history, an examination of the external and internal ear, followed by full screening audiometry. We also provide education on the correct maintenance and storage of hearing protection.
Pre-employment hearing tests establish a clear baseline, which acts as a reference for ongoing audiometry monitoring. If hearing loss is detected during an annual hearing test, the employer is able to make changes to avoid this as an ongoing problem.
Regular employee hearing tests track any changes and ensure workers remain protected throughout their employment. We will also check your employees’ hearing protection to ensure it is in good working order.
Individual results are shared confidentially with employees and their employer (with consent). Employers receive summary reporting to help manage compliance and workplace health risks.
By detecting early signs of hearing loss, audiometry screening can prevent permanent damage and ensure the employer understands if their workplace levels require further controls.
Monitoring staff hearing helps employers maintain safer working environments and can reduce the risk of long term hearing damage.
New Zealand health and safety obligations require monitoring of employees exposed to hazardous noise. Workplace audiometric testing is a key step that employers can take to ensure they are meeting their obligations.
From construction sites to manufacturing floors, occupational hearing tests are an essential way to protect staff working in noisy environments.
Based in Canterbury, OH Well provides workplace hearing screening tailored to the needs of local businesses across Christchurch, Ashburton, Timaru, and surrounding areas.
OH Well uses in-ear inserts or headphones, depending on the testing environment as recommended by audiologists. This improves the quality of the hearing test where some background noise may be present.
All testing is completed using calibrated screening pure tone audiometers based on Standard – AS/NZS 1269.4:2014 – Occupational Noise Management – Part 4 Auditory Assessment.
Our team understands New Zealand regulations and provides reliable occupational hearing tests that make compliance easy and thorough. We also work closely with qualified occupational hygienists who can carry out environmental assessments
Engage OH Well as your occupational health partner for employee hearing assessments. Contact us today to arrange baseline audiometric testing or ongoing annual workplace hearing tests at your site or ours.
What is audiometric testing for employees?
It is a workplace hearing test that measures an employee’s ability to hear different sound frequencies and monitors changes due to noise exposure.
What’s included in a hearing assessment?
Testing includes a baseline hearing test for new staff – completed in our clinic in an approved noise excluding hearing booth to ensure accurate results, periodical monitoring for those exposed to workplace noise, and reporting for employers.
What are the benefits of audiometric testing in the workplace?
Benefits include early detection of hearing loss, compliance with NZ health and safety requirements, and improved employee wellbeing.
What is required of me as an employer from a health and safety requirement perspective?
If your employees work in a noisy environment, you must provide occupational hearing testing and monitoring as part of your health and safety obligations.
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Christchurch 8149
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