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Noise health surveillance — DOccMed MCQ

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A metal fabrication workshop has personal noise measurements regularly above the upper exposure action value. Workers use hearing protection, but some have pre-existing hearing loss and several have worked there for many years. What is the most appropriate health surveillance?

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Correct answer: C — Audiometric health surveillance with feedback and referral pathways

HSE guidance expects hearing checks for workers likely to be exposed above the upper exposure action values or otherwise at risk. Audiometry can detect early changes and trigger review of controls. Waiting for symptoms misses the purpose of surveillance. Supervisor ear checks are not adequate hearing surveillance.

Reference: HSE Noise health surveillance guidance; Control of Noise at Work Regulations