Hearing Protection Device Fit Testing
Over the past several years, Canadian legislation has changed to include the requirements for workplace hearing protection devices fit testing.
Hearing protection device fit testing ensures that employees are using their hearing protection devices properly. This minimizes noise-related hazards in the workplace. To serve you better, Aceso Medical provides both quantitative and qualitative testing.
Provinces that currently legally require Hearing Protection Fit Testing include:
Alberta
Occupational Health and Safety Act of Alberta
Audiometric Testing
“Alberta Ohs Code” Hearing protection 222 An employer must ensure that hearing protection devices used and worn by workers at a work site or work area (a) meet the requirements of CSA Standard Z94.2-14 (R2019), Hearing protection devices — Performance, selection, care, and use, and (b) are fit tested in accordance with CSA Standard Z94.2-14 (R2019), Hearing protection devices — Performance, selection, care, and use.” – CSA Standard Z94
British Columbia
Manitoba
New Brunswick
Not currently required
https://ohsguide.worksafenb.ca/topic/noise.html
Newfoundland and Labrador
Northwest Territories & Nunavut
Nova Scotia
Not legally required
Ontario
Not legally required
Prince Edward Island
Saskatchewan
Yukon
Hearing Protection Fit Testing
These tests can be done on a quantitative or qualitative basis depending on your budget and the goals of your hearing conservation program.
Testing is conducted by a healthcare professional in accordance with CSA standard Z94.2-14. Hearing protection device fit tests also instruct your employees on how to properly wear/insert hearing protection devices ensuring they are properly protected.
Aceso Medical is capable of providing quantitative fit testing on all 3M hearing protection devices and all insert plugs (including custom hearing protection).
If you are interested in quantitative fit testing, please contact us for a machine demo
