The obligation
Audiometric testing is required for workers frequently required to use PPE to protect them from hearing loss from noise that exceeds the exposure standard.
Information and training for workers who may be exposed to hazardous noise should explain the purpose and nature of audiometric testing.
- What
- Audiometric testing is required for workers frequently required to use PPE to protect them from hearing loss from noise that exceeds the exposure standard.
- Source
- safework.nsw.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protection is a WHS requirement set out in Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (NSW). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (NSW). The relevant provision is Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work > Health Surveillance.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protection is a WHS obligation under Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (NSW). In short, Audiometric testing is required for workers frequently required to use PPE to protect them from hearing loss from noise that exceeds the exposure standard.
What changed recently?
Audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protection was last updated on 11 October 2026.
