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Audiometric Testing & Hearing Assessments
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Audiometric testing measures a worker’s hearing, and tracks any changes caused by workplace noise.
Under WHS legislation, employers must provide audiometric testing to workers exposed to hazardous noise, with
- Baseline testing within three months of starting
- Follow-up testing at least every two years
If your team works around high noise, autometric testing is a compliance requirement and a long-term health safeguard.
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What is audiometric testing and why is it required in the workplace?
Audiometric testing is a formal hearing assessment that produces an audiogram.
An audiogram shows the current hearing ability of a worker, and acts as a reference point for future comparisons.
Audiometric testing is needed when workers are exposed to noise levels at or above:
- 85 dB(A) over an 8-hour shift, or
- 140 dB(C) peak noise levels
To put that into context, that is similar to:
- An idling heavy truck at a distance of one metre during an 8-hour day
- A mid-high calibre rifle shot close to the ear for short bursts
Workplace audiometric testing helps:
- Detect early signs of noise-induced hearing loss
- Confirm that your workplace controls, WHS management, and PPE are working
- Provide documented evidence of WHS compliance
Hearing loss from noise is permanent, and regular monitoring is how you can help your employees stay ahead of it.
How workplace audiometric testing is conducted
Audiometric testing must take place in a controlled environment to protect the accuracy of results. External noise can invalidate an audiogram.
FitTick provides:
- Mobile audiometric testing on-site using our purpose-built, fully calibrated and certified testing booth
- In-house testing at our Adelaide, SA offices
- Pop-up testing stations that can be arranged nationally, often within 24 hours
Each worker receives:
- A printed copy of their audiogram
- A clear explanation of their results
- Secure reporting provided to the employer
For many organisations, we also combine audiometric testing with hearing protection fit testing to confirm earplugs or earmuffs perform, and fit, as intended.
If you need workplace audiometric testing, mobile audiometric testing, or a broader occupational health and safety solution, contact HSE Australia to arrange a tailored scope and quote.
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Frequently asked Questions
Some of the most frequently asked questions about audiometric assessments.
Which workers need audiometric testing?
All workers exposed to hazardous noise levels under WHS legislation need to undergo audiometric testing. This includes:
- Construction, building, and demolition workers
- Mining and quarrying personnel
- Industrial, manufacturing and fabrication teams
- Transport and logistics operators
- Heavy plant and machinery operators
How often should workplace audiometric testing be conducted?
The current legislation requires:
- Baseline testing within 3 months of starting work
- Ongoing testing at least every 2 years
What happens if a worker fails an audiometric test?
An abnormal audiometric testing result doesn’t automatically mean permanent hearing damage. Instead, it should trigger further review.
The recommended next steps include:
- Reviewing the noise exposure data
- Checking the workers hearing protection fit, and suitability
- Investigating the current workplace controls
- Referring the worker for a clinical assessment, if required
Is mobile audiometric testing as accurate as clinic-based testing?
Yes it is, provided the testing takes place in a calibrated and certified environment.
At FitTick, our mobile audiometric testing booth is fully calibrated to control background noise while meeting the required testing standards.
Accuracy of mobile autometric testing will always depend on the quality of the equipment used, and the test conditions.
How should audiometric test results be stored and used?
Audiometric records should be:
- Stored securely as confidential health records
- Retained long-term to compare against future tests
- Used to identify trends across workgroups and site locations
- Referenced when reviewing noise control measures and WHS procedures
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