This article details the process undertaken by KINNECT and its affiliate partner clinics in handling WorkCover Western Australia Audiometric test results.
Audiometry Testing in Accordance with WorkCover Western Australia
The audiometry tests conducted through KINNECT or its partner clinics adhere strictly to the standards and requirements set by WorkCover Western Australia. These tests are a critical component in assessing the auditory health of employees in various workplaces, ensuring their fitness and safety in work environments that might pose auditory risks.
Post-Test Procedure
Upon the completion of an audiometry test, either at a KINNECT clinic or through an affiliated partner clinic, several steps are followed:
1. Reporting Test Outcomes: Initially, the result of the audiometry test is communicated back to the client. This is an integral part of the assessment process, providing valuable insights into the auditory health of the individual tested.
2. Summary to Clients: KINNECT proceeds to send a monthly summary to each client. This summary includes details of candidates who underwent the WorkCover Western Australia audiometry test in the preceding month.
3. Client's Response and Employment Details: Clients are requested to inform KINNECT about which of these candidates were subsequently employed. This step is crucial for the next phase of the process.
4. Submission of Results: Based on the information received from the client, KINNECT submits the WorkCover Western Australia audiometry results for those candidates assessed in a KINNECT Clinic. For candidates tested in a partner clinic, KINNECT notifies the respective clinic, urging them to submit the results to WorkCover Western Australia.
Responsibility for Lodging Results
It is vital to note that the responsibility of lodging the audiometry test results with WorkCover Western Australia rests with the accredited audiometric officer who conducted the test.
For tests done at a KINNECT clinic, KINNECT holds this responsibility.
For tests performed at a partner clinic, the onus is on that clinic's accredited audiometric officer.
Importance of Client Feedback
A critical aspect of this process is the dependency on client feedback regarding employment. If KINNECT does not receive information on which candidates are employed, it cannot proceed with lodging the test results for those individuals.
Confirmation of Lodged Results
Clients often require confirmation that the audiometry results have been successfully lodged. In such cases, it is important for clients to direct their queries appropriately:
Queries for KINNECT Tests: If the test was conducted at a KINNECT clinic, KINNECT can provide the necessary confirmation.
Queries for Partner Clinic Tests: If the test was performed at a partner clinic, clients must direct their queries to that specific clinic.