Require an audiometric test for employment?
Ensure the right level of job fitness and readiness through our tailored pre-employment hearing test services.
Ensure every employee possesses adequate hearing, safeguarding themselves, co-workers, and customers alike ensuring a safe workplace.
Prioritising Workplace Safety: Pre-employment hearing tests are a crucial investment for employers to ensure a safe and productive work environment. By assessing the auditory fitness of potential hires, employers can mitigate safety risks, enhance communication, and foster an inclusive workplace. If you’re in need of pre-employment hearing test assistance, we’re here to help.
Pre-employment hearing tests generally taking about 20-30 minutes, involve a basic ear examination, conducting audiometric tests to assess hearing levels across different frequencies, and may include speech recognition assessments.
Pre-visit preparations
Avoid exposure to loud noises and ensure ears are clear of wax.
Your comfort is our priority. At Audience Hearing, we go beyond mere treatment – we offer a commitment to your overall auditory well-being. Trust us for precision, professionalism, and a clear path to better hearing.
A pre-employment hearing test—also known as screening audiometry—is a non-invasive evaluation to check if an applicant’s hearing meets job requirements, particularly in noisy, safety-critical roles
Employers in industries like construction, mining, aviation, or law enforcement need to ensure employees can hear alarms, communication signals, and instructions to maintain workplace safety and comply with health regulations .
The test typically includes:
Pure-tone audiometry: you respond to different tone pitches
Speech audiometry: measuring clarity of speech understanding
Tympanometry: ear pressure/middle ear function
Expect 45–60 minutes. This includes otoscopy (visual ear check), audiometry in a sound‑treated booth, and report preparation .
Generally, no GP referral is required. Some employers may provide a form or specify standards (e.g., CASA for pilots or Victoria Police), which the clinic can accommodate
Yes—under state health & safety laws (e.g., WorkCover WA), baseline hearing tests are mandatory in noisy workplaces or where personal hearing protection is used
Yes. Results determine if an applicant meets the auditory standards for the specific job. In some cases, reasonable adjustments may be considered for mild-to-moderate loss
Baseline tests are required before starting. Follow-up or workplace surveillance is typically annual in high-noise roles
Yes—most clinics provide a detailed audiogram and findings report on the same day, which can be submitted to your employer or certifier
If results don’t meet required standards, you may be advised to see a GP or audiologist for further evaluation. Employers and legal standards determine if accommodations or alternative roles are possible
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