Onsite Audiometry and Noise Assessments
Our Professional Services
Onsite Audiometric Testing
AUDIOMETRY & OTOSCOPY
Audiometric Testing and Otoscopy done onsite at your workplace.
Audiometry Booth (sound treated) provided for quiet test environment.
Duration: 10 mins (approximately)
Compliance with AS/NZS 1269.4:2014
Re-test included at 1000Hz, 3000Hz, 4000Hz and 6000Hz as per AS/NZS 1269.4:2014.
Ambient Noise Level inside booth will be measured using Calibrated Sound Level Meter with Microphone (1/1 Octave).
Calibrated Audiometer and Headphones.
Report and Results included.
Qualified Audiometry Testing Officer.
WE COME TO YOU - PROFESSIONAL ONSITE AUDIOMETRY SCREENING SERVICES DELIVERED EVERY TIME
Audiometry booth inside a quiet room used for onsite audiometric testing
Workplace Noise Assessments
NOISE ASSESSMENTS
Noise Assessments done onsite at your workplace to measure noise levels.
Calibrated Sound Level Meter with Microphone.
Compliance with AS/NZS 1269.1:2005
Manufacturing processes and noise levels in work areas observed and documented in report.
Noise exposure levels determined for entire working day for employee (ie: 8 hours).
Noise positions marked out on floor plan.
Detailed noise report provided.
Suitable Hearing Protection Class selected.
Qualified Noise Assessor.
WE COME TO YOU - PROFESSIONAL WORKPLACE NOISE ASSESSMENTS DELIVERED EVERY TIME
Hearing Protection Training and Education
HEARING PROTECTION TRAINING
One-on-one training (onsite) with employees instructing procedures on how to correctly fit earplugs and earmuffs , and how to identify if the hearing PPE is not fitted properly.
One-on one educational session (onsite) on correct maintenance of hearing protection, and how to identify defective and damaged hearing PPE.
Duration: 5 mins (approximately)
Conducted directly after onsite audiometric testing with the employee.
WE COME TO YOU - QUALITY TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS ON HEARING PPE DELIVERED EVERY TIME
“Exposure to hazardous noise is a significant health and safety hazard in Australian workplaces. Since 2015, Australian workers have lodged close to 30,000 workers’ compensation claims for hearing loss. The majority of these claims were the result of long term exposure to hazardous noise” (Safe Work Australia 2023)
The impact of hazardous noise on an employees’ hearing and their working environment can have a detrimental effect, if inadequate noise control measures are implemented.
Our goal is to help organisations mitigate risks associated with hazardous noise exposure in their workplace, and minimise the occurrences of noise induced hearing loss for their workers.
About
At RFT Noise Management Services, we understand the vital role that education, training, and awareness play in managing hazardous noise exposure in the workplace. We provide comprehensive, step-by-step guidance to employers, employees, and WHS and HR professionals across key areas including Hearing Conservation Programs, Audiometric Testing, Noise Surveys, Noise Assessments, and Hearing Protection Training.
Richard Tung, Principal of RFT Noise Management Services, brings over a decade of specialised experience in onsite audiometric testing and occupational noise assessments. Prior to establishing RFT, Richard held a leadership position within the onsite services division of a global medical audiology organisation, where he was instrumental in delivering compliant and effective hearing conservation solutions.
With a strong commitment to improving workplace hearing health, Richard works closely with manufacturing organisations and large corporations to promote awareness of hazardous noise exposure. He has partnered extensively with Work Health and Safety (WHS) teams to support compliance with the Code of Practice for Managing Noise and Preventing Hearing Loss at Work, offering practical, tailored strategies to reduce noise risks across a wide range of industries.
We are committed to delivering high-quality onsite services and providing accurate, reliable results and reporting to support your organisation’s hearing screening and noise management objectives.
FAQs
What is Audiometric Testing?
Pure Tone Air Conduction Threshold Test. Calibrated headphones are placed over the patient’s ears, and a series of warble tones are presented from the audiometer. The patient responds by pressing the indicator button as the tones are heard. The softest hearing level in decibels (dB) is recorded. Each ear is tested separately.
What is Noise Assessment?
A noise assessment is conducted to determine noise exposure levels and hearing protection class. A calibrated Sound Level Meter (SLM) with Microphone is used. Noise levels in work bays is measured (all noisy processes recorded) and averaged across a working day. Microphone positioned 10-20cm from ear and directed at noise source.
What frequencies are tested for audiometry?
500Hz, 1000Hz, 1500Hz, 2000Hz, 3000Hz, 4000Hz, 6000Hz and 8000Hz
Do you Retest frequencies as per the testing requirement in AS/NZS 1269.4:2014?
Yes, we always do a Retest at 1000Hz, 3000Hz, 4000Hz and 6000Hz as per AS/NZS 1269.4:2014 requirement.
Will you provide an audiometry booth?
Yes. The audiometry booth will be provided by our testing officer and pushed into a quiet room. This type of setup creates a very quiet test environment for the audiometry testing to comply with AS/NZS 1269.4:2014.
How do you determine if the room is quiet enough?
We will conduct an Ambient Noise Level Assessment inside the audiometry booth using a Calibrated Sound Level Meter with Microphone - 1/1 Octave. This is done prior to commencing the audiometry tests to ensure the noise level inside the booth is within the maximum permissible background noise level for the headphones used.
How is the audiometry booth transported?
We have a Ute with a Tailgate Hydraulic Lift fitted to the back. The booth is safely lowered and lifted using the tailgate lift.
Is the booth on wheels?
Yes, it’s on castors and easily wheeled into the room.
Will the booth fit through a standard size doorway?
Yes
What are the dimensions of the booth?
740mm (w) x 980mm (d) x 1940mm (h)
What is the weight of the booth?
250kg
Can the booth be lifted up stairs?
No. However, if there is lift access to upper floors, the booth can fit inside a lift and be transported to upper levels.
What is required onsite to perform the audiometry tests?
Quiet room, away from loud industrial or traffic noise.