No Win No Fee Specialist Industrial Injury Solicitors

For many individuals, a career in industrial environments is both a livelihood and a commitment. Unfortunately, it can also lead to long-term health risks, such as hearing loss, due to prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels in workplaces like factories, construction sites, and processing plants.

Employers are responsible for minimizing risks associated with workplace noise. At a minimum, they are expected to assess noise levels and implement controls to protect employees. If employers fail to adequately address noise exposure or provide suitable protection, employees may have grounds for filing a No Win, No Fee claim for industrial hearing loss. Employers typically carry insurance to cover the cost of such claims.

Hearing loss can have a significant impact on quality of life, from difficulty in social settings to communication challenges and even emotional distress. In addition, hearing aids and medical treatments can be costly, adding further burden to those affected by preventable industrial hearing loss.

There are various workplace conditions that can lead to hearing loss and should be monitored and controlled, including:

• High-frequency machinery noise
• Constant exposure to loud equipment
• Improper use of hearing protection
• Insufficient breaks from noisy environments
• Sudden, unexpected loud noises

You may have grounds for a claim even if you have not directly reported a concern about workplace noise levels. For example, if your job regularly exposes you to noise above recommended safety levels, your employer is legally required to ensure appropriate hearing protection is available and provided. Employers should also conduct regular noise assessments and take steps to reduce exposure whenever possible.

The duty of care owed by an employer varies depending on the specific environment, but as a baseline, they must identify potential risks to hearing and act on them. There are several ways to manage noise exposure, including:

• Noise Assessment

  This assessment involves measuring sound levels in various parts of the workplace to determine areas where employees may be at risk. If the employer fails to perform an accurate assessment or address risks, there may be grounds for a No Win, No Fee claim.

• Provision of Hearing Protection

  Employers must provide suitable hearing protection to employees working in high-noise areas. If you were not provided with effective hearing protection or instructed on its use, you may be entitled to compensation.

• Regular Health Surveillance

  This includes periodic hearing tests and evaluations to monitor for signs of hearing loss. Employers should notify and support employees who show symptoms, offering alternative duties where necessary. If hearing damage is detected and ignored, it may be grounds for a claim.

If you believe your employer has:

• Failed to assess and manage noise risks
• Not provided adequate hearing protection
• Caused you to suffer hearing loss
• Or acted negligently in any other way, please reach out for free, no-obligation advice by calling or filling in our quick enquiry form, and we will contact you shortly.