Noise Exposure Testing
Precision Testing for Safer, Compliant Workplaces
Excessive workplace noise doesn’t just impact productivity—it damages hearing, risks employee health, and can expose your company to regulatory fines and legal action.
Memtech Acoustics provides expert noise exposure testing to help you identify risks, meet OSHA and NIOSH standards, and build a safer environment from the inside out.
Memtech Acoustics provides expert noise exposure testing to help you identify risks, meet OSHA and NIOSH standards, and build a safer environment from the inside out.
Why Noise Exposure Testing Matters
According to OSHA, any workplace where employees are exposed to an average of 85 decibels (dBA) or higher over an 8-hour shift must implement a hearing conservation program. But compliance is only part of the story.
High noise levels affect
- Employee health – Hearing loss, fatigue, and stress
- Communication – Verbal miscommunication leads to errors and safety incidents
- Morale – Loud environments reduce focus, comfort, and job satisfaction
- Liability – Noncompliance opens the door to fines, citations, and injury claims
Noise exposure testing gives you the data you need to identify high-risk areas and prioritize corrective actions—before problems escalate.
What We Test and How We Do It
Our noise testing process is grounded in scientific accuracy and regulatory best practices. Every project is conducted by licensed engineers and acoustic professionals using NIST-traceable, calibrated equipment.
Personal Exposure Levels (Dosimetry)
Small, wearable devices collect sound exposure data throughout a worker’s shift to calculate time-weighted averages (TWA), peak levels, and maximum allowable dose.
Area and Task-Based Noise Mapping
Fixed-point measurements and sound level logging at key process locations or job stations to pinpoint dominant sources and exposure patterns.
Octave Band Analysis
Frequency-based data to identify the character of noise—critical for selecting the right mitigation products (e.g., enclosures vs. absorption).
Equipment-Specific Diagnostics
Targeted testing around specific machines or systems to evaluate the impact of individual assets on facility-wide sound levels.
Compliance Documentation
Complete OSHA/NIOSH-aligned reporting, including threshold exceedance mapping, recommendations, and documentation suitable for internal audits or agency review.
Our Process
From Measurement to Mitigation
STEP 1
Discovery & Pre-Test Planning
We start with a conversation.
What’s your concern?
Has there been a complaint or a citation?
What areas or roles are suspected high-risk?
This phase ensures testing is tailored, targeted, and meaningful.
STEP 2
On-Site Testing
Using personal dosimeters and precision sound meters, we test under normal operating conditions—no need to shut down equipment or change processes.
We gather real-world data during real-world use.
We gather real-world data during real-world use.
STEP 3
Analysis & Reporting
Our team analyzes the raw data and produces a clean, visual report showing exposure levels by employee, task, and zone.
You’ll receive compliance summaries, heatmaps, and next-step recommendations.
You’ll receive compliance summaries, heatmaps, and next-step recommendations.
STEP 4
Actionable Guidance
Testing is just the start. We advise on practical next steps—whether that’s an engineered control, a revised schedule, or protective equipment implementation.
We can also model the effect of different interventions before you commit.
We can also model the effect of different interventions before you commit.
STEP 5
Ongoing Monitoring (Optional)
Need to re-test after changes? Want to monitor seasonal shifts or new operations?
We offer recurring assessments and post-mitigation validations.
We offer recurring assessments and post-mitigation validations.
Who Needs Noise Exposure Testing?
- Facilities with continuous machinery or equipment noise
- Sites with employee-reported discomfort or hearing issues
- Companies facing OSHA inspection or litigation
- Organizations building or renovating production areas
- Contractors and construction teams on variable sites
- Any employer who suspects noise is putting their people—or their compliance—at risk
Why Choose Memtech Acoustics
Certified and Licensed Professionals
Testing conducted by engineers and acoustic specialists—not general contractors or “safety consultants”.
National Standards Alignment
We follow OSHA 1910.95, NIOSH criteria, and ANSI S12.19-1996 methods for exposure assessment.
Engineering Expertise
Unlike basic testers, we don’t just measure—we model and solve, integrating noise control into broader facility performance.
Confidential and Fast Reporting
You get full documentation, delivered in easy-to-understand language with visuals and expert guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is noise exposure testing a one-time thing?
No. OSHA requires regular testing whenever equipment, processes, or layout changes affect potential exposure. Annual testing is recommended for high-noise environments.
Do you only test large manufacturing sites?
Not at all. We work with companies of all sizes—including offices, healthcare, energy, and construction—wherever noise is a risk.
Can you help us build a Hearing Conservation Program?
Yes. Testing is the first step—we also support full program design, training, documentation, and follow-up services.
Still have questions?
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Get the Data. Protect Your People. Stay Compliant.
Schedule your professional noise exposure testing with Memtech Acoustics today.
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