Ototech Ltd’s remote hearing screening is designed with advanced technology and stringent accuracy standards to ensure compliance with the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005. Below, you’ll find the technical specifications for our testing equipment, software, and recommended environment to achieve accurate results.

1. Software Requirements

Our remote hearing tests are conducted through a secure, web-based platform that operates on Ototech Ltd devices. 

• Internet Connection: Minimum of 3 Mbps download and upload for stable connectivity.

• Encryption: End-to-end encryption to ensure data privacy and security.

2. Recommended Hardware

To ensure accurate results, we provide calibrated headphones and  android devices running Ototech software.

• Headphones: High-quality, noise-isolating, over-ear headphones are required to meet the accuracy standards of our tests. Headphone models in use are available upon request.

3. Testing Environment Requirements

. Boothless. Optimised for outside the sound booth. 

• Ambient Noise Level: Less than 30 dB in a quiet room to minimize external noise interference.

• Background Noise Monitoring: Ototech Software includes intelligent ambient noise during all tests to ensure accurate results.

4. Test Accuracy and Standards

Our remote hearing test technology meets industry standards for occupational hearing screening, ensuring reliable and actionable results:

. Electronic Questionnaires: Ototech software includes electronic questionnaires. 

. Automated Air Conduction Audiometry

• Frequency Range: Covers standard occupational health frequencies from 250 Hz to 8000 Hz.

• Threshold Sensitivity: Sensitivity within +/- 10 dB to match industry accuracy standards.

• Calibration: All testing is calibrated according to British Standards (BS EN ISO 8253-1) to ensure measurement accuracy in remote environments.

. Re-testing: Intelligent retesting where ambient noise or user error may have compromised test accuracy. 

5. Security and Data Protection

Ototech Ltd is committed to maintaining strict data security protocols to protect personal and health information collected during tests:

• Data Encryption: AES-256 encryption for data storage and transmission.

• Access Control: Role-based access to ensure only authorized personnel can access sensitive information.

• Compliance: Adherence to UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.

6. Reporting and Documentation

Upon completion of each test, Ototech Ltd provides comprehensive reporting in compliance with HSE requirements:

• Report Format: Digital test results will be presented to the employee, emailed  in PDF format and are accessible through our secure platform.

. Further Action: Results requiring occupational health review are highlighted to employee and employer. 

• Data Storage: Test results are stored securely to support compliance with regulatory record-keeping requirements.

• Customisable Reports: Options to customise reports with company-specific information and additional insights.

.  HSE Inspection: Reports of all tests conducted and further actions taken available in accordance with HSE regulation and inspections.

Need Further Information?

For more details on technical specifications or setup guidance, please contact our  team. We’re here to help you ensure accuracy and compliance with every hearing test.