OHERM Occupational Hygiene and Environmental Risk Management

🔊 Noise-Induced Hearing Loss: A Silent Cost in Construction
Construction workers remain among the most at-risk for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL).
Tools like jackhammers, grinders, and saws can reach 100–120 dB, far exceeding the safe exposure limit of 85 dB(A) over 8 hours.
NIHL is permanent—but entirely preventable.

📊 The cost in Australia:
NIHL accounts for 34% of all compensated occupational diseases.
In South Australia, hearing loss claims have increased by 42% in the past five years, adding over $34 million in compensation payouts. (SafeWork Australia)

The impacts go beyond hearing — communication breakdowns, increased risk of accidents, and higher workers’ compensation costs affect everyone on site.
✅ Onsite audiometric testing
✅ Education and awareness on NIHL and noise hazards
✅ Hearing protection fit testing and conservation programs

At OHERM, we believe protecting hearing isn’t just about compliance— it’s about protecting worker’s HEar Health and wellbeing.

To learn how OHERM can support your workplace with mobile hearing assessments, hearing protection fit testing, and tailored noise management programs contact us at www.oherm.com.au

Keeping Your Workplace Safe Starts with What You Can’t See.
From harmful dust to hidden mould, loud machinery to indoor air concerns—OHERM is here to help.

We provide:
✔️ Occupational hygiene assessments
✔️ Chemical & air quality testing
✔️ Workplace noise & mobile hearing checks
✔️ Mould and drug contamination inspections

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