From 29 July 2025, audiometric testing becomes mandatory in Queensland, aligning with laws already in place in NSW and VIC. This blog explains what employers need to do to comply, why testing matters, and how it fits into a broader noise management strategy. We also break down compliance deadlines across all Australian states and territories, and show how JTA’s services — from onsite testing to integrated noise assessments — help businesses reduce the risk of hearing loss and stay compliant under WHS laws.

On Friday 22nd March 2024 WHS Ministers met regarding the engineered stone ban. The Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists (AIOH) has said that this national approach to the prevention of silica-related diseases across all at-risk industries, building on the Victorian high risk crystalline silica work regulation in place since 2021, is one of the most significant changes to national health and safety regulation in Australia in the past two decades.

Health and safety in the workplace has often been associated with parallel improvements in productivity. Less often have the improvements been supported by scientific study.

Demand for our expertise in NSW has grown significantly in the last few years. As a result, we have decided to expand the team and strengthen the skill base so we can help you with all your work health, safety and noise requirements more efficiently.

In a landmark move to combat the rising cases of silicosis among workers, Australia is set to be the first country to outlaw engineered stone.