INDUSTRIAL DEAFNESS
Workers who are at risk of hearing damage (industrial deafness) are usually those involved in heavy production industries (such as metal work, drilling and quarrying and stone cutting) or those who use noisy machinery (such as in textiles, printing, wood cutting, transportation and agriculture).
Noises above 90 dB (as measured by special instruments that are electronically weighted to mimic loudness functions of the human ear) are likely to cause damage to a proportion of the population exposed to them on a continuous basis.
Very high levels of noise can cause damage after relatively short periods, even when the noise is intermittent.
This may be illustrated by the frequent finding of hearing loss in people who have fired guns as an occasional hobby, as well as in people who are exposed to noise of lower levels but constantly (such as those working on construction sites or in mines).
Claims can rise out of prolonged exposure to:
- Noisy environment (such as a factory)
- Use of a drill or jack hammer
- Use of a compressor
Our Expertise
We are the lead solicitors in the Dexion Deafness Group Litigation. The group action involves noise induced hearing loss resulting from exposure to noise in a factory.
How we can help you
After an initial consultation (we will obviously assist if you have difficulties), during which we will assess your claim and gain a clearer understanding of your circumstances, you will be sent a free Information Pack, containing information about your specific matter, how we can help you and a detailed questionnaire for you to fill in.
If you wish one of our team members to contact you, please complete our ONLINE CLAIM FORM.
