How Soundtrace is Transforming Workplace Hearing Conservation

The Problem: Why Traditional Hearing Testing Fails

Hearing conservation programs are required under OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.95 regulation for workplaces with high noise exposure, but many companies struggle with:

• Disruptive testing processes – Sending employees off-site to clinics or waiting for a mobile van leads to downtime and lost productivity.
• Inconsistent compliance – Paper-based recordkeeping and external testing services make it difficult to track hearing test history and OSHA compliance.
• Lack of real-time data – Traditional methods don’t provide immediate audiogram results or insights into workplace noise exposure trends.

The Solution: In-House Audiometric Testing with Soundtrace

Soundtrace provides an OSHA-compliant, digital hearing conservation solution that allows businesses to perform hearing tests on-site in under 10 minutes per employee.

How It Works

1. Set Up in Any Quiet Room
   • Our calibrated audiometer meets ANSI and OSHA standards for accuracy.
   • A built-in noise dosimeter ensures ambient noise doesn’t interfere with results.
2. Administer the Hearing Test
   • Employees wear calibrated headphones and use a response clicker to indicate when they hear tones.
   • The test measures hearing sensitivity at key frequencies (2000, 3000, and 4000 Hz for OSHA threshold shift determination) to determine hearing ability.
3. Instant, Digital Results
   • Audiograms are automatically uploaded to our cloud-based platform for easy tracking.
   • Employers can immediately see Standard Threshold Shifts (STS) and determine next steps.
4. Integrated Noise Monitoring & Fit Testing
   • Soundtrace also provides real-time noise exposure monitoring and hearing protection fit testing to measure the effectiveness of earplugs or earmuffs.

Why Companies Choose Soundtrace

✅ OSHA-Compliant & Digital – No paperwork, no lost records—fully automated recordkeeping.
✅ Faster & More Cost-Effective – Cut employee downtime by 65% compared to off-site testing.
✅ Immediate Compliance Tracking – Get real-time insights into employee hearing trends.
✅ Scalable for Any Business – Whether you have 50 employees or 5,000, Soundtrace simplifies hearing conservation.

Common Questions About In-House Hearing Testing

Is Soundtrace’s in-house testing OSHA-compliant?

Yes, our system meets OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.95 hearing conservation requirements, including audiometric testing, noise exposure monitoring, and recordkeeping.

How long does a hearing test take?

Each employee’s test takes about 12 minutes, compared to 35 minutes with a mobile van or 3 hours with a clinic visit.

Can we track hearing trends over time?

Yes, our platform provides automated trend analysis, so employers can identify hearing loss patterns and take action before they become a problem.

What if an employee has a Standard Threshold Shift (STS)?

Our system automatically flags STS cases, allowing employers to follow OSHA-mandated follow-up procedures and determine if hearing protection is adequate.

The Future of Hearing Conservation

Companies no longer need to rely on outdated, inefficient hearing testing methods. With Soundtrace’s in-house audiometric testing solution, businesses can reduce downtime, improve compliance, and better protect their employees’ hearing—all while saving time and money.

Want to see how it works? Schedule a demo today.