{"id":694725,"date":"2024-04-12T12:40:01","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T12:40:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/?p=694725"},"modified":"2024-04-12T12:40:01","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T12:40:01","slug":"assist-group-helps-organisations-meet-new-hearing-test-requirements-for-nsw-workers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.abnewswire.com\/pressreleases\/assist-group-helps-organisations-meet-new-hearing-test-requirements-for-nsw-workers_694725.html","title":{"rendered":"Assist Group Helps Organisations Meet New Hearing Test Requirements for NSW Workers"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It is now compulsory for a person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) to provide hearing tests for their workers who are exposed to noise that exceeds the exposure standard.<\/p>\n

This took effect on 1 January 2024, as outlined in Clause 58 – Audiometric Testing, under the Work Health and Safety (WHS) Regulation 2017.<\/p>\n

What this means for businesses<\/strong><\/p>\n

If a business requires workers to frequently use hearing protection as a control measure for noise that exceeds the exposure standard, the business must provide and pay for hearing tests for workers.<\/p>\n

The exposure standard refers to eight (8) hours continuous equivalent noise exposure of 85 dB(A) or a peak sound pressure level of 140 dB(C).<\/p>\n

For new workers, a baseline hearing test must be completed within three months of commencing their employment. Subsequently, the worker must undergo a follow-up monitoring hearing test at least once every two years throughout their employment.<\/p>\n

For existing workers employed before 1 January 2024, the PCBU must ensure that hearing tests are conducted before 1 January 2026.<\/p>\n

More frequent hearing tests may be required for workers exposed to high average noise levels.<\/p>\n

Assist Group offers audiometric testing and assessment services<\/a> across Australia to help businesses meet their new legal requirements.<\/p>\n

Audiometric testing with Assist Group<\/strong><\/p>\n

Assist Group Audiogram Assessments are conducted in accordance with AS\/NZS1269.4:2014 Occupational Noise Management: Part 4 (Auditory Assessment) and include:<\/p>\n

• A review of previous noise exposure (both work and non-work related)<\/em><\/p>\n

• Identification of known, pre-existing ear and hearing issues<\/em><\/p>\n

• Standard air conduction audiogram<\/em><\/p>\n

Employee PPE (ear plugs\/ear muffs) inspection is available on request, including demonstration and instruction on correct PPE use.<\/p>\n

If you’re unsure whether your workplace is at or above the standard exposure, consider organising a workplace noise assessment.<\/p>\n

For more information, please visit the SafeWork NSW website<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Media Contact<\/span>
Company Name:<\/strong> Assist Group<\/a>
Contact Person:<\/strong> James Aldridge
Email:<\/strong> Send Email<\/a>
Phone:<\/strong> 1300 475 269
Address:<\/strong>2-4 Speed St
City:<\/strong> Liverpool
State:<\/strong> NSW
Country:<\/strong> Australia
Website:<\/strong> www.assist-group.com.au\/<\/a><\/p>\n

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