This grant is provided to schools to fund the cost of:
Funds are to be used to pay for hearing tests and ear plugs provided by the approved contractor, Hearing Solutions, who will invoice the school for the relevant costs.
No other provider is to be used.
The duration of the program is ongoing.
Funding will be provided every 2 years for Instrumental Music teachers and Instructors.
Funding will be provided every 5 years for Manual Arts teachers and teacher-aides and Industrial Technology and Design teachers and teacher-aides.
New teachers commencing with EQ will have their hearing tested upon appointment to the department.
Hearing Conservation fact sheet 
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All Queensland Department of Education and Training schools with Education Queensland employed staff in the following positions:
Cash grant direct to school
| Payment | During month of | Proportion of allocation paid |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Arts Teacher and Teacher-Aide, and Industrial Technology and Design Teacher and Teacher-Aide | Every 2 years or upon appointment | 100% |
| Instrumental Music Teacher and Instructor | Every 5 years or upon appointment | 100% |
Fixed rates to base schools
$50 per Manual Arts Teacher and Teacher-Aide, and Industrial Technology and Design Teacher and Teacher-Aide
$264.50 per Instrumental Music Teacher and Instructor
| Data item | Data source | Due date |
|---|---|---|
| Manual Arts Teachers and Teacher-Aides | Region | Ongoing |
| Industrial Technology and Design Teachers and Teacher Aides | Region | Ongoing |
| Instrumental Teachers and Instructors | Region | Ongoing |
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