Hearing Conservation Program Melbourne Williamstown North Melb Abi Hearing

Hearing Conservation Program

Depending on the industry you work in, you might be at greater risk of hearing loss. Abi Hearing aim to educate workers on what they can to to prevent hearing loss and protect themselves when at work.

Hearing Conservation Program Melbourne Williamstown North Melb Abi Hearing

Our Hearing Conservation Program is a structured system designed to:

  • Prevent noise-induced hearing loss

  • Identify at-risk workers early

  • Monitor hearing over time

  • Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations

  • Provide education, training, and protective solutions

  • Reduce organisational risk, injury claims, and lost productivity

Hearing Conservation: What Can We Do?

  • 1. Noise Risk Assessment

    · On-site workplace noise mapping

    · Personal dosimetry (real-time + long-term)

    · Determining high-risk zones and roles

    · Compliance with SafeWork Australia standards

    Output: Noise Hazard Map + Exposure Report.

  • 2. Baseline Audiometry (Pre-employment or Initial)

    · Conducted before the employee starts full noise exposure

    · Establishes a “starting point” for future comparison

    · Identifies pre-existing hearing loss

    Benefits for employers: protects against liability and claims.

  • 3. Scheduled Monitoring Audiometry

    · Annual or bi-annual testing depending on exposure

    · Automated scheduling reminders via our unique platform

    · Trend analysis showing early deterioration

    Our advantage: remote or onsite testing options.

  • 4. Hearing Protection Devices (HPD) Fitting & Verification

    · Custom earplugs, filtered plugs

    · Correct fit assessment using Fit Testing technology

    · Training on insertion, cleaning, and replacement schedules

    Goal: ensure protection is worn correctly and consistently.

  • 5. Worker Education & Training

    · Delivered in person or digitally. Topics include:

    · How noise damages hearing

    · Why early symptoms are often unnoticed

    · How to use protective devices correctly

    · Warning signs of overexposure

    · Workplace responsibilities under WHS

  • 6. Record-keeping & Compliance Reporting

    Abi Hearing automates:

    · Hearing test logbooks

    · Noise exposure records

    · HPD assignment

    · Training certification

    · Incident reports

    · Compliance audits

    All securely stored and exportable for WorkSafe and HR audits.

  • 7. Early Intervention Pathways

    If a worker shows threshold shift:

    · Immediate retest

    · Clinical audiology referral

    · ENT referral if needed

    · Workplace investigation

    · Protection review

Outcomes for Employers & Workers

For Employers:

  • Reduced WorkCover claims

  • Stronger compliance with WHS legislation

  • Lower long-term costs from hearing injury

  • Improved staff safety culture

  • Easy digital audit-ready reporting

For Workers:

  • Clear understanding of hearing risks

  • Confidence that their employer prioritises safety

  • Early detection of hearing changes

  • Access to protective equipment and training

  • Better long-term hearing health

Protect your workforce with confidence.

Book a workplace hearing safety consultation with Abi hearing today.