Audiogram Testing
A Fancy Name For A Hearing Test
What Is Audiogram Testing?
Noise is one of the most pervasive of all workplace hazards. Hearing loss is not as visible as drugs or physical accidents, but it is a hazard that needs attention. A consequence that is part of jobs in noisy environments – is damage to hearing due to occupational noise exposure and unsafe noise levels. Audiogram tests are the solution to workplace hearing safety.
Butterfield Testing Solutions is certified by the Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation (CAOHC). We are certified to conduct audiometric testing to help your company stay compliant with OSHA hearing protection laws. We can help protect workers by assisting you with your compliant hearing conservation program focused on long-term hearing health.
Our certified technicians conduct onsite audiometric testing and in-clinic occupational hearing testing. They help track any hearing loss that may occur to your employees due to occupational noise exposure in the work environment.
Pre-employment hearing tests are highly encouraged for any company that is providing hearing protection to its employees. Conducting annual audiometric testing helps you know if your hearing conservation program is working effectively. This enables you to track any potential concerns related to employment safety and employee engagement.
We use Shoebox, a modern system, to conduct audiogram tests. We use noise-canceling headphones that are essential to yield the most accurate result. A graph is printed out at the end of the test and explained to the subject by the audiologist.
A professional audiologist reviews audiogram results that show a shift in hearing ability. The audiologist will answer questions and help the subjects understand their results. We make sure your company meets all OSHA hearing test requirements and other regulatory bodies.
Keep Record and Track Change in Workplace Hearing Tests
We help you use the information you learn from an audiogram to turn it into actionable information.
Audiogram results provide more than just numbers — they help you make informed decisions. The first test acts as a baseline for each employee, with future tests compared annually to detect any hearing threshold shifts.
We maintain complete records of all testing results to support compliance audits and internal safety reviews. If you don’t already have a hearing conservation program, we can help you build one from the ground up. Each program is tailored to your operational needs and OSHA’s regulatory framework.
Contact us today for more information on audiometric testing, creating a hearing conservation program, or to schedule onsite audiometric testing.
Compliant Hearing Tests for Your Employees
Protecting your team’s hearing health starts with regular, OSHA-compliant hearing checks. Our services help detect early signs of hearing loss due to occupational noise exposure. A strong hearing conservation program also demonstrates your commitment to safety and employee well-being.
OSHA-Compliant Audiometric Testing
What OSHA Requires for Workplace Hearing Tests
- Annual tests under OSHA 1910.95
- Monitoring of standard threshold shift (STS)
- Required hearing conservation education
- Our reports and documentation are audit-ready and align with all OSHA compliance guidelines to help you avoid fines. We make sure your company meets all testing requirements set by OSHA and other regulatory bodies.
Onsite & Mobile Hearing Testing Solutions
We make hearing testing simple by bringing it right to your workplace—nationwide. Our expert onsite audiometric testing technicians help you stay on track. Whether you work in manufacturing, construction, logistics, or energy, we’ve got your team covered with fast, reliable service.
Benefits of Onsite Testing
- Minimal downtime
- No travel for employees
- Scalable for small and large workforces
Industrial & Occupational Hearing Testing Experts
Our industrial audiologists understand the unique hearing challenges in high-noise industries. From baseline tests for new hires to annual check-ins, we adapt each testing program to fit your work environment and manage occupational noise exposure effectively.
Fit Testing & Additional Services
Along with audiogram testing, we also provide fit testing to make sure earplugs and earmuffs actually do their job — sealing properly and reducing noise the way they should. It’s a small step that plays a big role in keeping your team safe in noisy environments and helps ensure your hearing conservation program meets compliance standards.
Pre-Employment & DOT Hearing Tests
Make sure your new hires are ready for the job with our quick and reliable pre-employment hearing tests. We also offer DOT testing -compliant audiogram exams for commercial drivers and others in safety-sensitive roles, so you can stay confident you’re meeting all hearing standards from the start.
Contact us today for more information on audiogram tests, creating a hearing conservation plan, or to schedule an onsite test.
How long does it take to do an audiogram test?
10 Min.
How long does it take to get results for an audiogram test?
Instantly
How often should you get your hearing tested?
Yearly
We keep the results from the first hearing test as a baseline to compare future tests. To help the subject have an idea of where their hearing ability is at.
How An Audiogram Test Is Done
Step 1
The audiogram technician explains instructions and the process to the subject.
Step 2
Next, the subject completes a questionnaire about their hearing.
Step 3
Afterward, the subject takes the audiogram test by identifying what side of the headphones they hear a tone in. They do this as different frequency tones are played, some low, some high pitched.
Step 4
Lastly, the audiologist briefly explains the results of the test with the subject. They explain the subject’s different hearing levels and their degree of hearing loss. They also advise on ways to conserve their hearing.
Things To Know About Mobile Hearing Testing Services
PPE greatly helps to reduce damage to a person’s hearing. You can find out what kind of hearing PPE you need in a hearing conservation program.
Examples of sounds that cause harm to your hearing include: the sound of traffic in the city, the sound of a running lawnmower, the sound of a running motorcycle, and the sound of dogs barking. Use earplugs at home or while at work if you are near construction, loud machinery, or other sources of loud noise.
Have hearing problems at work? Is the sound level uncomfortable or even painful with all the loud noise? Wear soundproof earmuffs. Using earplugs helps as well when they are correctly fitted in the ear canal.
Contact us today for more information on audiometric testing, or to create a compliant hearing conservation program with Butterfield Testing Solutions. Need other kinds of testing? Take a look at our other onsite testing and fit testing and collection services.
* Source: https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/hearing_loss/what_noises_cause_hearing_loss.html