Alberta

Audiometric Testing | Company On-site

Audiometric testing is now offered on-site for companies through Assure Occupational Testing Inc.

Companies required to implement a Noise Management Program on their work sites can quickly and easily have their employees tested on-site with Assure’s mobile testing trailer. 

What is Audiometric Testing?

Companies operating in environments with excessive noise (above 82 dBA) must implement Noise Management Programs to safeguard employees from potential hearing loss incurred while working on-site per Alberta OHS Act, regulation and code.

Workers are provided with initial and follow-up testing to determine if hearing loss has occurred due to occupational hazards.

Stages of Audiometric Testing

Initial

Within 6 months of hiring an employee, the initial audiometric test must be completed to determine the employee’s baseline hearing reading.

Periodic

1 year after the initial audiometric test, a periodic test must be completed to determine if hearing loss has occurred. 

Periodic testing after the 1-year test can be completed every two years to assess hearing loss in the employee.

Re-testing

Abnormal results from periodic testing will result in the need for a re-test.  Abnormal results can be the result of any of the following:

• Allergy symptoms
• Cold and flu symptoms
• Plugged ears with excessive ear wax
• Exposure to noise within the last 14 hours

Reviews of abnormal results are conducted by Assure’s Physician to determine if hearing loss has occurred or caused by other factors.

Please note, there will be a full charge for the re-testing fee.

Audiometric Testing – FAQs

How do I book Audiometric Testing for an on-site?

Contact our CLAC Training team at abtraining@clac.ca or (888) 700-7555 or fill out the request to register at the bottom of this page, and our Training Team will reach out to you within 24 hours for additional information.

Companies will be required to send in a Group Training Request (GTR) with details needed for the booking.

How many people may I book for testing?

There is no class minimum or maximum.

How far in advance do I have to book?

Two-weeks is preferred, but on-site bookings may be scheduled with shorter notice if needed.

How long do results take to process?

Results are normally provided on the same day as testing but can take up to 48 hours to process.

Employers will receive an email from “Test Checks”, Assure’s reporting software that will include login information to view employee test results.

How long does the hearing test take?  

Testing normally takes around 10 minutes per person to complete.

Employees will be sent a consent form and audio form prior to taking the hearing test.

Is testing available on weekends?

Audiometric testing can be booked for any day of the week, including weekends.