Can hearing testing be completed directly on a construction site?
Yes. Our fully equipped mobile hearing testing unit travels directly to construction projects and workplaces throughout British Columbia.
Case Study ·
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On-Site Hearing Testing for the Bruhn Bridge Project in Sicamous, BC
Project Snapshot
Client
Aecon-Emil Anderson Construction GP
Industry
Heavy Civil Construction
Project
Bruhn Bridge Project
Location
Sicamous, British Columbia
Service Provided
On-Site Occupational Hearing Testing
Project Duration
1 Day
Project Type
Mobile Workplace Testing
Employees Tested
Approximately 50
About the Client
Aecon-Emil Anderson Construction GP is the construction partnership responsible for delivering the Bruhn Bridge Project in Sicamous, British Columbia. As a major transportation infrastructure project along the Trans-Canada Highway, the project involves large construction crews operating heavy equipment in a demanding, high-noise environment.
Clear Work had previously partnered with Aecon-Emil Anderson Construction GP to provide on-site respirator fit testing for employees working on the project. After a successful experience with our mobile occupational health services, the team contacted us again to complete annual occupational hearing testing for approximately 50 workers.
By returning to the project with our fully equipped mobile hearing testing unit, we helped the employer maintain their hearing conservation program while minimizing disruption to daily construction operations.
The Challenge
What the organization was facing
Construction workers on large infrastructure projects are regularly exposed to elevated workplace noise from excavators, loaders, compactors, concrete saws, generators, heavy trucks, and other equipment. Regular occupational hearing testing is an important part of protecting employee hearing and maintaining a compliant hearing conservation program.
Approximately 50 workers required annual hearing testing. Coordinating off-site appointments would have meant unnecessary travel, scheduling challenges, and lost productivity across multiple crews.
The project team needed a solution that could be completed efficiently without interrupting construction operations.
Our Solution
Step 1 – Project Planning
Our team coordinated directly with site management to schedule testing around construction activities and determine the most suitable location for our mobile hearing testing unit.
Step 2 – Mobile Hearing Testing
On the scheduled day, our fully equipped mobile occupational health unit travelled directly to the Bruhn Bridge Project in Sicamous.
Employees completed their hearing assessments on site throughout the day, eliminating the need to travel to an off-site clinic while allowing construction work to continue with minimal interruption.
Step 3 – Individual Hearing Assessments
Each employee completed a WorkSafeBC-compliant occupational hearing assessment using calibrated audiometric equipment in a controlled testing environment.
Step 4 – Documentation & Reporting
Upon completion, individual hearing test records were securely documented and provided to the employer to support their hearing conservation program and ongoing compliance requirements.
What was included:
- Mobile occupational hearing testing
- WorkSafeBC-compliant audiometric testing
- Individual employee hearing assessments
- Calibrated testing equipment
- Secure digital record management
- Professional scheduling and project coordination
- Electronic documentation for employer records
- On-site workplace testing
The Results
What we delivered
Approximately 50 employees tested on site
No employee travel required
Minimal disruption to construction operations
Efficient scheduling around active work areas
Simplified hearing conservation compliance
Secure digital documentation
Why This Approach Worked
Large infrastructure projects operate on tight schedules, and sending employees away from the job site for occupational health appointments can quickly impact productivity.
By bringing our fully equipped mobile hearing testing unit directly to the Bruhn Bridge Project, employees completed their hearing assessments without leaving the workplace. Crews continued working while testing was completed in an organized, efficient manner.
The project's decision to engage Clear Work for hearing testing after previously using our respirator fit testing services reflects the value of having a single occupational health provider capable of delivering multiple on-site compliance services.
Why This Matters
Occupational hearing testing is an essential component of an effective hearing conservation program. Routine hearing assessments help employers:
- Detect early signs of occupational hearing loss
- Monitor employee hearing over time
- Meet WorkSafeBC hearing conservation requirements
- Support employee health and safety
- Maintain accurate occupational health records
- Reduce long-term workplace hearing risks
Benefits for Similar Businesses
Our mobile occupational hearing testing services are ideal for:
- Heavy civil construction
- Highway and bridge projects
- General contractors
- Manufacturing facilities
- Municipal operations
- Utilities
- Forestry
- Mining
- Transportation companies
- Industrial facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many employees can you test in one day?
Depending on scheduling and site conditions, we can typically complete approximately 50 to 55 hearing tests during a full day of mobile testing.
Is the testing WorkSafeBC compliant?
Yes. All hearing assessments are completed using calibrated audiometric equipment and follow WorkSafeBC hearing conservation requirements.
Can hearing testing be combined with respirator fit testing?
Absolutely. Many employers schedule hearing testing and respirator fit testing together to reduce downtime, simplify scheduling, and complete multiple occupational health requirements during a single site visit.
Which industries benefit from mobile hearing testing?
Construction, manufacturing, utilities, municipalities, forestry, mining, transportation, warehousing, and industrial employers across British Columbia.
The Clear Health Difference
Why employers across BC choose us
Mobile hearing testing across British Columbia
On-site respirator fit testing
WorkSafeBC-compliant occupational health services
Experienced occupational health professionals
Flexible scheduling around project operations
Secure digital record management
Fast turnaround times
Reliable service for construction, industrial, and commercial employers
Bring occupational health testing to your workplace
Looking for on-site occupational hearing testing for your construction project or workplace?
Clear Work provides mobile hearing testing and respirator fit testing throughout British Columbia, helping employers protect their workforce while minimizing downtime and simplifying compliance.
Contact our team today to request a customized quote or schedule on-site occupational health services at your workplace.