Industrial Deafness
Industrial deafness is caused by working in an environment where the victim is exposed to dangerous levels of noise. Sometimes there is no avoiding the condition, but on other occasions it may have been exacerbated by the negligence of an employer.
If you think this has happened to you, you may be eligible for compensation. To give yourself the best possible chance of making a successful claim, get in touch with our team of specialist claims managers today.
Call 0844 704 1945 or send your enquiry online.
Claiming Compensation for Industrial Deafness
Damage to hearing is irreversible, so it is really important employers identify any risk of damage to employees and take the necessary steps to reduce this risk. The Control of Noise at Work Regulations are the steps all employers in noisy work environments must adhere to. The regulations include:
- Carrying out a risk assessment to identify risks to hearing
- Look at ways of reducing the risks that have been identified. This could be done in a number of ways including reducing the exposure time, wearing ear protection and muffling the noise where possible
- Make sure noise levels are kept within legal limits
Examples of noisy work environments in which works are prone to suffering with industrial deafness include:
- Nightclubs and discos
- Building sites
- Demolition companies
- Any industry that uses noisy power tools or machinery
- A workplace that has loud noises such as hammering, gun fire or explosions
- Any workplace where you have to shout to be heard or be shouted at in order to hear someone
Contact Precision Claims
To take advantage of the expertise and experience of the team here at Precision Claims, call 0844 704 1945 or send your enquiry online.
