Health Monitoring
(Hearing test) is a screening tool which will determine an employee’s level of hearing. An occupational health nurse will do the testing and interpret results. A referral to a general practitioner or audiologist for further assessment is made where required.
We encourage your workers to bring their hearing protection to their their hearing test appointment, the nurse provides advice and education on care and maintenance of the hearing protection.
When workers are exposed to health hazards such as heavy metals, ( such lead and cadmium) and certain toxic chemicals biological monitoring is required.
This testing is carried out by collecting blood or urine samples to test how much of the toxic substance has been processed by the body. An indication can be given as to how well the hazard is controlled in the workplace. Ashburton Workplace Health can advise on what tests may be required and arrange for these to be done. We will also report back to the employer so further actions can be taken if required.
