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Conduct screening hearing tests for industrial hearing loss

Conduct screening hearing tests for industrial hearing loss

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTAU402C
State Code
D5790
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/08/2011
Field of Education
061709 - Audiology
Original Release Date
01/08/2011
Nominal Hours
90
Description
DescriptorThis unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct screening hearing tests for individuals who are employed in industry or other employment that might give rise to hearing loss
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for screening tests
  • 1.1 Ensure information, including required forms are accessible and ready for use
  • 1.2 Assess the environment for screening test suitability
  • 1.3 Check equipment and attachments for assessments ensure they are calibrated ready for use
  • 1.4 Ensure personal protective equipment is available and used if required
2. Establish a positive relationship with the client
  • 2.1 Explain the test procedure clearly and simply to the client
  • 2.2 Gain informed consent from client where applicable
  • 2.3 Give client the opportunity to ask questions and discuss concerns
  • 2.4 Identify and meet special needs of client
  • 2.5 Maintain confidentiality of client information
3. Conduct otoscopy
  • 3.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures
  • 3.2 Conduct otoscopy to produce valid, reliable and accurate results and in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
  • 3.3 Identify contra-indications for proceeding with further screening tests
  • 3.4 Make referral to appropriate agency for further assessment and treatment if required
4. Conduct further screening hearing tests
  • 4.1 Follow personal hygiene and infection control procedures
  • 4.2 Conduct screening hearing tests to produce valid, reliable and accurate results and in accordance with relevant policy and procedures
  • 4.3 Take steps to maximise test accuracy, validity and reliability
  • 4.4 Conduct a re-test if test results unreliable
  • 4.5 Record results in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
5. Review test results with client and their carer
  • 5.1 Examine results to determine outcome of screening test
  • 5.2 Communicate outcome of tests clearly and simply to the client and their carer
  • 5.3 Discuss options for further tests with client
  • 5.4 Give client/carer the opportunity to ask questions and discuss areas of concern
  • 5.5 Record, document and file in accordance with relevant policies and procedures
6. Refer client to appropriate facility
  • 6.1 Make referral to appropriate agency for detailed assessment if client fails screening test
  • 6.2 Establish contact with referral facility and key client information provided
  • 6.3 Discuss relevant issues and concerns with relevant personnel at facility
  • 6.4 Follow up referral with facility to ensure continuity of case management
7. Clean and store equipment
  • 7.1 Clean and/or dispose of equipment and attachments in accordance with manufacturers' requirements and infection control procedures
  • 7.2 Store equipment and attachments in accordance with organisation policy and procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C9098 HLTAU402B Conduct screening hearing tests for industrial hearing loss Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WD070 HLTAU402D Conduct screening hearing tests for industrial hearing loss Unit of competency
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