34:15-35.17. Audiometric technician to perform hearing test; audiologic evaluation.

All hearing tests shall be performed by a person at the level of a certified audiometric technician or above; an individual who meets the training requirements specified by the Intersociety Committee on Audiometric Technician Training (American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal 27:303-304, May-June 1966) and the State Department of Health.

If hearing loss is demonstrated, an employee shall be referred for audiologic evaluation by a certified audiologist holding a certificate of clinical competence issued by the American Speech and Hearing Association or its equivalent or a physician certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.