Regulation 131 (of the Gen. App. Regs 2007) states that the employer must make the necessary arrangements for workers to have hearing checks (Audiometric Screening Tests) carried out.

Hearing Healthcare will provide a fully qualified and trained professional to test and examine the hearing of each employee. Each test includes an otoscopic examination of the outer ears, a brief history relative to hearing, and a pure-tone audiometric hearing test. The results are then classified and categorised as per the HSA's Guidelines For Audiometry. A summary list of the test results is then sent to the company for further processing. One copy of the individual reports (audiograms) can be sent to the company doctor when requested.

All testing is carried out using the highest standard equipment, in our Mobile Testing Unit. The unit is positioned “on-site” for the duration of the testing. All shift patterns can be catered for and the complete examination time is approximately 10 – 12 minutes (max) per person. The unit is fully fitted with an audiometric testing booth and state-of-the-art testing equipment.

  Who should have hearing checks, and when?

Please see our FAQ's for further info on Audiometry, including regularity of testing.