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Taking a hearing test will necessarily form a part of the claims process for noise induced hearing loss. Different methods exist and seeking advice for hearing damage will require undertaking the requisite procedures.
Being unaware that a loud noise in the workplace can cause permanent hearing damage may not exclude claiming compensation based on the date of first knowing of the hearing loss and its cause.
Even relatively low levels of noise can cause problems under certain circumstances. Irritating background noise causes stress resulting in an increased metabolic rate and lowering an individual’s resistance to noise, which can lead to noise induced hearing loss.
Understanding what leads to hearing loss is key to knowing how to make a successful compensation claim.
Mr B of Nottingham worked for the Ministry of Defence for nearly 20 years. He worked at the Dockyard in Chatham, Kent, where he was exposed to excessive noise, whilst employed as an Electrical Fitter.
