Causes & conditions
Noise Induced Hearing Loss
Entirely preventable, completely permanent. The most common occupational injury in the region, and the one we would much rather catch at 34 than treat at 55.
The short answer
Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent cochlear damage caused by exposure to loud sound over time, or by a single extreme event such as a blast. It typically shows first as a dip in the high frequencies, before the person notices any difficulty. It cannot be reversed, but further damage can be prevented with fitted hearing protection and regular audiometric monitoring.
Workplace Hearing Safety Requirements
Under the Work Health and Safety Regulation, Queensland employers must provide audiometric testing for workers who are frequently required to use hearing protection — within three months of starting, and at regular intervals afterwards. Peak Hearing carries out that testing, including on site in Moranbah and Clermont.
Early warning signs
- Ringing in the ears after a shift, even if it settles overnight
- Temporary dullness of hearing at the end of a work day
- Difficulty following conversation in background noise
- Family saying the television is too loud
- A change in hearing at your medical review
Get a clear answer about your hearing
Independent audiology across Andergrove, Walkerston, Moranbah and Clermont.