What if workers are being exposed to loud noise outside of the workplace?
A questionnaire forms part of the hearing test. The audiologist will ask the worker a series of questions including:
- a history of their employment
- personal or recreational activities that may have exposed the worker to noise.
If a doctor or specialist identifies permanent hearing loss, they will discuss the worker’s employment and personal or recreational history. Identifying the probable cause of hearing loss is critical to ensure controls are put in place to reduce further hearing loss.