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A Guide to Noise Induced Hearing Loss A comprehensive guide on your obligations regarding noise induced hearing loss. Work related hearing loss claims – Employer and worker fact sheet A fact sheet that outlines the process of claims for noise induced hearing loss for workers and employers.

Noise Induced Hearing Loss Claim Form This form is to be used by workers to make a claim for noise induced hearing loss. Learn more about making a claim for noise induced hearing loss.

WorkCover WA’s online educational videos provide information about workers compensation claims, injury management and return to work processes. The videos are an excellent resource for injured workers, employers and service providers.

WorkCover WA currently approves audiometric equipment based on the criteria set within Australian/New Zealand Standard – Occupational Noise Management Part 4: Auditory Assessment, AS/NZS 1269.4 1998. This Standard was updated in 2005 and 2014. WorkCover WA views Standards as living documents, reflecting progress in science, technology and systems. As of 1 January…Read More »

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WorkCover WA is a statutory authority accountable to the Minister for Industrial Relations, and the government agency responsible for the regulation and administration of the workers compensation scheme in Western Australia. WorkCover WA is constituted under the Workers Compensation and Injury Management Act 2023 (the Act). This section describes the…Read More »

WorkCover WA has released a new educational video for workers and employers focusing on Noise Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL). The video outlines information for workers if their hearing has been affected due to a noisy workplace. It also explains testing requirements of employers and the process for claiming compensation. The…Read More »