The importance of hearing protection fit testing
Hearing protection fit testing is a method used to determine if the earplugs or earmuffs used provide sufficient protection against harmful noise levels. This ensures that the chosen hearing protection fits the user properly and achieves the expected noise reduction, creating a safer work environment and meeting legal and regulatory standards.
The harmonised WHS Regulations dictates that…
How to protect your workers from excessive noise at work
Excessive noise at work is not just a nuisance; it poses a serious threat to the hearing health of employees, potentially leading to temporary or permanent hearing loss. This is referred as Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL). Permanent Noise Induced Hearing Loss is irreversible damage, making it imperative for employers to prioritise effective noise control measures. Equipping workers with the…