The obligation
PCBUs must provide audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protectors as a noise control measure (WHS General Regulations 2022, reg 58).
Under reg 58 of the WHS General Regulations 2022, a PCBU must provide audiometric testing to any worker who is required to frequently use personal hearing protectors as a control measure for noise that exceeds the exposure standard. The Code specifies timing (initial baseline, then at least every two years), recordkeeping obligations, and what to do when a test indicates hearing deterioration — including reviewing controls and notifying the worker. Costs must be borne by the PCBU.
- What
- PCBUs must provide audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protectors as a noise control measure (WHS General Regulations 2022, reg 58).
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- worksafe.wa.gov.au
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Which WHS law does this come from?
Audiometric testing obligations for PCBUs is a WHS requirement set out in Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (WA). It is made under Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA). The relevant provision is WHS > Noise > Health Monitoring § Chapter 7 / reg 58.
What does this WHS obligation require?
Audiometric testing obligations for PCBUs is a WHS obligation under Managing noise and preventing hearing loss at work (WA). In short, PCBUs must provide audiometric testing for workers who frequently use hearing protectors as a noise control measure (WHS General Regulations 2022, reg 58).