Hearing tests perth

Hearing loss from chemicals

By Work Health | April 17, 2019

Noise exposure at work is a significant health hazard that can lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Did you know that some chemicals in the workplace can also cause hearing loss? These are known as ‘ototoxic’ chemicals (oto meaning ear). Ototoxic chemicals These are chemicals that can damage the cochlea in the inner ear…

Hearing test truck road trip

By Work Health | February 15, 2019

Wheatbelt – Great Southern – South West Our WorkCover hearing testing truck is hitting the road again to support regional WA businesses. We are travelling through the Wheatbelt, Great Southern and South West regions in late March/April 2019. Services available: WorkCover hearing tests Ear plug fit testing Spirometry (lung function tests) Air monitoring Noise surveys Drug and Alcohol…

WorkCover hearing tests

By Work Health | February 1, 2019

Have you planned your WorkCover hearing tests for this year? Matt, and our mobile hearing test facility are now back on the road for the new year. If you have started any new employees in the last few months, and they haven’t already had an audiometric test as part of their pre-employment medical assessment, then…

Audiometric tests – WA WHS regulations

By Work Health | June 21, 2018

Audiometric tests – planning for the new WHS regulations It is anticipated that the new WA Work Health Safety (WHS) regulations for audiometric tests are likely to reflect that of harmonised States such as NSW and QLD. Under NSW WHS regulations, clause 58 requires that the employer provides audiometric testing at least every 2 years if…

Onsite hearing test solutions in WA

By Work Health | December 1, 2017

CHP have been providing onsite hearing test solutions in WA for over 20 years. As well as onsite audiometric testing, we provide onsite spirometry, vision screening, drug testing and noise surveys. CHP are the WA onsite hearing test provider for a number of local and national Occupational Health organisations. We are also a preferred provider…

WorkSafe inspection program – WA Parks and Gardens safety

By Work Health | November 14, 2017

Parks and gardens safety is the focus of the latest WorkSafe WA inspection program which is running over the 2017-18 financial year. The WorkSafe inspection program will involve inspectors visiting parks and gardens in Perth and regional areas of WA. As part of this inspection program, inspectors will look at WorkSafe priority areas such as…

Mobile hearing test booths for hire

By Work Health | October 31, 2017

Did you know that WHP offer mobile hearing test booths for hire in Perth and WA? As an alternative to our complete onsite hearing testing service, we also offer mobile hearing test booths for hire. Our mobile hearing test booths come with hearing test equipment for hire. Onsite hearing testing provides a cost effective and…

Audiometric testing in Henderson

By Work Health | October 26, 2017

Onsite audiometric testing in Henderson, the AMC, Kwinana and around Perth is available from our mobile hearing testing facility. WHP’s hearing test truck visits the Henderson industrial area monthly to conduct onsite hearing tests for large and small businesses, including many of the ship building organisation such as Austal Ships. As well as the WorkCover…

Hearing testing WA

By Work Health | September 12, 2017

CHP specialise in onsite audiometric testing in Western Australia. We can fly-in/out of site or bring our mobile facility to your workplace. As we have accredited Noise Officers in our team, we can also calibrate a room to WorkCover standards and conduct onsite WorkCover audiometric testing from a quiet room at a Project Camp Site (ie:…

3 things to do before a hearing test

By Work Health | August 1, 2017

Why you should think about these “3 things to do before a hearing test”! Mining, construction, defence forces, manufacturing, carpentry, music…all these occupations have one thing in common. They are among the noisiest professions in Australia. As per the Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 1981, it is compulsory for employers in WA to arrange and…

Protect against flu

This year is shaping up to be a dangerous flu season. It is therefore even more important to protect against flu in 2019. To keep yourself, your staff and your workplace healthy this Winter, consider offering flu vacs if you haven’t already. There are other things you can do as well as providing staff flu…...
Hearing loss from chemicals

Noise exposure at work is a significant health hazard that can lead to permanent noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL). Did you know that some chemicals in the workplace can also cause hearing loss? These are known as ‘ototoxic’ chemicals (oto meaning ear). Ototoxic chemicals These are chemicals that can damage the cochlea in the inner ear…...
Who is exposed to silica dust?

The Cancer Council says approximately 587,000 Australian workers were exposed to silica dust while on the job in 2011. Of these, 5,758 are estimated to develop lung cancer in the future as a result of that exposure. Silica dust is harmful when inhaled into your lungs. As it is 100 times smaller than a grain of sand,…...
Work skin checks

When providing onsite work skin checks around Perth and WA, we are often asked about spots and skin cancers that are not melanoma. Workplaces that have workers exposed to the sun as part of their work, have a Duty of Care under the OSH Regs 1996 to ensure they are taking precautions to manage their sun…...
Hearing test truck road trip

Wheatbelt – Great Southern – South West Our WorkCover hearing testing truck is hitting the road again to support regional WA businesses. We are travelling through the Wheatbelt, Great Southern and South West regions in late March/April 2019. Services available: WorkCover hearing tests Ear plug fit testing Spirometry (lung function tests) Air monitoring Noise surveys Drug and Alcohol…...

Town of Port Hedland

Matt, thanks very much for your work over the last couple of days. I take this opportunity to let you know that your level of professionalism and service was well appreciated. It can be difficult to get top level services here in the Pilbara, so a welcome change for us. Roger Debels Town of Port Hedland...
Mindarie Regional Council

As expected yesterday was seamless from my perspective. Thanks for your support and patience through this process, especially with the ever changing names for each session. I would be happy to use CHP’s services in the future and will recommended your services to other organisations if given the opportunity based on our experience this time…...
Nufarm

“The hearing tests ran smoothly and professionally. Matt Instance is a credit to your team with his friendly and can do attitude”. Deb Kenworthy Medical Co-0rdinator NUFARM...
AirMaster

“Just wanted to email and express how pleased Airmaster were with your service! Matt Instance conducted our audiometry testing on 3 separate days and was just amazing! He was on time, had a great attitude and made our technicians feel very comfortable. He made the process quick and simple & sent the results through sooner than I…...
Curtin University

“From my perspective, I found CHP extremely flexible by ensuring that the testing was organised to fit in with our operational requirements. Their on-site technician was knowledgeable, friendly and came with a professional approach to his work. The mobile facility was well fitted out and comfortable and very suitable for the task. Therefore, I would…...
Holcim

“ I have used CHP for Health Surveillance and audiometric testing requirements over the last few years. I have found their approach to be client focused and professional and would not hesitate to recommend them to other organisations” Joe Maglizza Safety Manager: WA and Major Projects Holcim ( Australia) Pty Limited...
Austal Ships

Corporate Health Professionals has worked closely with Austal Ships for over a decade on the company’s Hearing Conservation Plan, initially providing specialised advice followed by ongoing support. Utilising CHP’s mobile facility for our employee hearing test needs allows for minimal disruption to our production schedule. We look forward to continuing our working relationship with CHP...