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Around 30% of Australian workers are subject to loud noise at work. As of the 31st of March 2024, it is mandatory for workers in ‘noisy employment’ to have their hearing assessed within three months of commencing work, and at least every two years.
At Hearing & Audiology, our Audiologists are authorised by WorkCover WA to perform Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL) assessments, and our booths are WorkCover approved.
At the end of the NIHL assessment, the Audiologist will determine the percentage hearing loss. Clients will be informed if they are entitled to make a claim for NIHL compensation, and instructions will be provided on how to make a claim. A copy of the results are also submitted to WorkCover WA for their records.
Employers are responsible for arranging and paying for all WorkCover WA hearing tests. If you have any questions about organising a WorkCover hearing test, feel free to call us on (08) 9388 8003.
All workers in ‘noisy employment’ must have their hearing assessed within three months of commencing work, and at least every two years, regardless of the type or amount of hearing protection worn.
A workplace is considered ‘noisy employment’ if there is a daily noise dose of 85dB(A) during an eight hour period OR if noise exposure peaks at 140dB(C).
PLEASE NOTE: Western Australian legislation differs from other Australian states.
The worker’s current employer is required to pay for the audiological test once every two years (if the employer is a ‘noisy employer’ as defined above).
If the worker is not employed in ‘noisy employment’ or has ceased employment by more than three months, the worker can pay for their NIHL assessment; the cost will be reimbursed if there is a successful claim for NIHL compensation.
You should avoid exposure to noise exceeding 80dB for 16 hours prior to your appointment. This is to ensure that reliable results are obtained. If you have been exposed to noise exceeding 80dB in the 16 hours leading up to your assessment, we will need to re-schedule the assessment.
To arrange an assessment or for more information about WorkCover WA, call us on (08) 9388 8003.
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