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\nDid you know that from 29\/07\/2025, audiometric testing became mandatory in Queensland under Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 for workers who are required to wear hearing protection due to noise exceeding the exposure standard?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Although not always the case, as a general guide, if workers require hearing protection, they most likely require audiometric testing. We provide a quick (10-12 minute) non-invasive test that measures a person\u2019s ability to hear different sound frequencies and volumes, with reporting provided in accordance with AS\/NZS 1269.4:2014.<\/p>\n
Our mobile testing unit can come to the workplace (if preferred), minimising disruption and allowing staff to get back to work quickly. Alternatively, an appointment can be made at our Head Office located in Ipswich (Qld).<\/p>\n
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- From 29 July 2025 WorkSafe Queensland made changes to the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 which introduced new audiometric testing requirements for workers.<\/li>\n
- Excessive noise exposure is a common hazard in workplaces and exposure to high noise levels can impair hearing, quality of life and reduce situational awareness, increasing the risk of accidents.<\/li>\n
- From 29 July 2025, PCBUs (Employers) must provide audiometric testing for workers who need hearing protection due to noise levels exceeding the exposure standard:\n
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- LAeq,8h of 85 dB(A)1 (a worker\u2019s average noise exposure over a standard 8-hour workday)<\/em>, or<\/li>\n
- LC,peak of 140 dB(C)2 (the loudest instantaneous noise peak a person is exposed to)<\/em><\/li>\n
- Although not always the case, as a general guide, if workers require hearing protection, they most likely require audiometric testing.<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Failing to comply with audiometric testing requirements could result in penalties for the PCBU (Employers) and may lead to workers\u2019 compensation claims for hearing damage that could have been caused by previous employment.<\/li>\n
- Not sure of noise exposure?<\/strong> Onsite Testing can conduct noise testing at your worksite in accordance with Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- For new workers (that started on or after 29 July 2025), audiometric testing must be conducted:\n
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- within 3 months of commencement of employment (reference\/baseline test)<\/li>\n
- at least every 2 years thereafter (monitoring test)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- For existing workers (that started prior to 29 July 2025), audiometric testing must be conducted:\n
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- first test before 29 July 2027 (note that PCBUs are encouraged to prioritise a reference\/baseline test to protect against the risk of hearing loss)<\/li>\n
- at least every 2 years thereafter<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Audiometric testing takes approximately 10-12 minutes (per worker) and is a painless, non invasive test that measures a person\u2019s hearing ability including but not limited to:\n
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- Assessing hearing sensitivity<\/li>\n
- Detecting hearing loss<\/li>\n
- Monitoring hearing changes over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Audiometric testing must be conducted in accordance with AS\/NZS 1269.4:2014 to meet the requirement in section 58 of the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- Our mobile capability allows us to conduct audiometric tests at your worksite, minimizing disruption to your operations. Simply block a period of time (we will provide a quote based on the number of workers) and we will then provide you with a schedule to give to your workers on the day. If preferred, appointments can also be made at our Head Office in Ipswich (Qld).<\/em><\/li>\n
- Audiometric testing begins with a quick questionnaire and discussion about the workers\u2019 history.<\/li>\n
- Wearing headphones, the worker will then be asked to respond to sounds of different frequencies and decibels. The results are then discussed and a compliant report is provided.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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- A review of medical and noise exposure history\n
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- Questions about your medical history that may affect hearing<\/li>\n
- Details of previous noise exposure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Preparation and instruction for testing\n
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- Workers are required to attend 5 minutes in advance of testing to avoid errors<\/li>\n
- Removal of spectacles, hats, earrings, hearing aids or anything which may interfere with the proper placement of the earphones<\/li>\n
- Fitting of the earphones<\/li>\n
- Explanation of the test procedure<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n
- Audiometry test<\/li>\n
- Test results explained and recommendations given<\/li>\n
- Results of the audiometric testing are provided to the worker and employer (with the workers consent)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Audiometric testing is a quick, painless, non-invasive test that measures a person\u2019s hearing ability including but not limited to:<\/p>\n
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- Assessing hearing sensitivity<\/li>\n
- Detecting hearing loss<\/li>\n
- Monitoring hearing changes over time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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Yes, PCBUs (Employers) are required to consult with their workers about matters relating to their health and safety.<\/p>\n
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Contact us at Onsite Testing to arrange compliant testing for your workers to meet your regulatory obligations:
P: 07 3282 7082
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Employers (PCBUs) are responsible for organising and paying for audiometric tests for their workers.<\/p>\n
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PCBUs (Employers) must provide audiometric testing for workers who need hearing protection due to noise levels exceeding the exposure standard:<\/p>\n
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- LAeq,8h <\/sub>of 85 dB(A)1<\/sup>, or (a worker\u2019s average noise exposure over a standard 8-hour workday)<\/em><\/li>\n
- LC,peak<\/sub> of 140 dB(C)2<\/sup>(the loudest instantaneous noise peak a person is exposed to)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Although not always the case, as a general guide, if workers require hearing protecting, they most likely require audiometric testing. The Code of Practice (Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work)<\/a> provides examples of the length of time a person can be exposed, during an eight hour shift, before the standard (LAeq,8h <\/sub>of 85 dB(A)) is exceeded, together with some common noise sources and their typical sound levels:<\/p>\n