Noise Testing, Mapping & Noise Monitoring
Workplace noise can cause permanent hearing damage if it isn’t properly assessed and controlled. HSE Australia offers noise testing services to identify where noise levels exceed safe limits and which workers may be at risk.
Our occupational noise surveys, noise mapping and noise monitoring services help organisations understand exposure, meet their OHS and WHS obligations, and take practical steps to limit noise-related risk. Assessments are completed by our experienced occupational hygienists using recognised methods and compliant reporting.
What noise testing and monitoring services do we provide?
At HSE Australia, we provide a range of workplace noise assessment and noise monitoring services across industrial and commercial settings.
We use Personal Sound Exposure Meters to measure individual worker noise exposure throughout a shift, helping determine if exposure exceeds regulatory limits.
Following a comprehensive noise survey, we prepare detailed noise maps that show measured sound levels and identify areas and tasks where workers are at risk.
Through our FitTick program, we assess hearing protection device fit to confirm if workers’ earplugs or earmuffs are suitable for the noise levels present in their work area.
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Noise at Work and Its Negative Health Impacts
Our Occupational Hygiene team around Dr. Michael Tkaczuk has put together a comprehensive article about the impacts of noise on the physical and mental health of workers. Please have a look and if you are concerned about noise at your workplace please get in touch.
How does occupational noise testing work?
Occupational noise testing involves measuring the noise levels across tasks, work areas and individual roles to determine the risk to your employees.
The process includes:
- Identifying noise sources and high-risk processes
- Measuring average and peak noise levels, including exposure above the regulatory guideline of 85 dB(A)
- Using Personal Sound Exposure Monitoring (PSEM) to assess the individual exposure of workers
- Frequency analysis of the noise sources to guide suitable engineering controls
- Reviewing results to determine the most appropriate PPE
- Identifying workers who may need baseline and ongoing audiometric hearing tests
Why is noise testing and monitoring important?
Noise testing and monitoring play a key role in protecting your workers' health and safety and meeting your WHS and OHS obligations.
Effective noise monitoring helps:
- Prevent noise-induced hearing loss, a permanent and irreversible condition
- Identify workers at risk and prioritise controls
- Select appropriate hearing protection based on measured exposure
- Meet WHS requirements for workplace noise management
- Support long-term workforce health through informed planning
Without accurate noise testing, risks can be underestimated or missed entirely.
Noise surveys, monitoring and assessments
HSE Australia offers occupational noise surveys, noise monitoring services and PSEM assessments as part of our occupational hygiene services.
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Noise Assessments, Monitoring & PSEM surveys
HSE Australia offers a wide range of Occupational Hygiene and Risk Management Services in the area of Noise Monitoring & Plant Risk Assessment. Get in touch for an individual quote.
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Frequently asked Questions
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What is a noise survey and noise mapping?
A noise survey measures sound levels across a workplace to identify areas where noise may exceed safe limits. Noise mapping presents this data visually, showing noise contours across particular work areas.
Together, they help:
- Identify high-risk zones in a work environment
- Understand worker exposure and individual risk
- Plan noise control measures
Why do I need noise monitoring in my workplace?
Noise monitoring is needed when workers are at risk of exposure to hazardous noise levels.
It helps organisations:
- Meet OHS and WHS obligations for noise exposure
- Protect staff from hearing damage and permanent hearing loss
- Identify tasks that need controls or PPE
Ongoing noise monitoring also supports safer long-term operations for an organisation.
Who should conduct a noise survey — can we do it ourselves, or does it need a qualified consultant?
A qualified consultant should be engaged to conduct a noise survey. At HSE Australia, our specialists are experienced and accredited in occupational hygiene and risk management services, offering accurate, defensible and suitable testing for compliance.
| Testing option | What to consider |
|---|---|
| Internal checks | Useful for awareness, but limited accuracy |
| Qualified consultant | Required for compliant noise testing and reporting |
| Occupational hygienists | Trained to assess exposure and provide qualified control recommendations |
What metrics or results does a noise survey report include?
At HSE Australia, our noise survey reports include:
- Average noise levels (LAeq)
- Peak noise levels
- Personal Sound Exposure Measurements (PSEM)
- Identification of at-risk worker groups
- Recommendations for controls, PPE and audiometric testing
The results of your noise testing survey will guide compliance actions and hearing protection decisions in your workplace.
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