FREE HEARING CHECK Before it's too late We know there may be a few of you who might have a slight hearing problem but aren't aware of it. Perhaps you know someone who fits this category. This is their chance to get a quick 15 minute hearing check. Ifall is well, no harm done! Ifwe do pick up a noise induced loss it will be a good idea to lodge your ACC claim now rather than later. Under ACC the amount of funding you receive can decline the older you get. Below is a chart showing different noise levels. If you have ticked yes to one or more of these categories then you may well fit the criteria for a noise induced hearing loss. DB 140 120+ 110+ 5+ Pig at feeding time Sound Source Time Limit (approx) Instant 15 sec 3-7 min 7- 15 min Yes/No Danger levels occur from the 80db mark. Chainsaw cutting Compressor 100 Working tractor (no cab) 95 Angle grinder 1 hour 2 hours 4 hours 8 hours Nil Nil 90 85 80 Shearing shed Heavy truck Tractor idling Conversation 50-70 20 If you have ticked yes to any of the noise levels above the danger line (or been exposed to similar noise levels) & are over 50, then it is worth getting your hearing checked. We are doing this for FREE at The appointments for those who phone Plaza, South Waikato Arts Trust,up from noisy occupations, however Putaruru. At Wolfe Hearing we use after that, anyone who suspects they qualified audiologists and are registered with ACC. We are reserving the initial FREE hearing check may have a hearing loss is welcome to come and get their hearing checked! Open day details Putaruru, 28th March, Call 07 823 2687 Bookings are essential. wolfe hearing The Plaza South Waikato Arts Trust 50 Kensington Street, Putaruru 07 823 2687