Hearing Loss
You may be entitled to benefits if you suffer from hearing loss that you or your doctor believe may be related to exposure to hazardous noise levels at your workplace.
To be considered for a hearing loss claim:
- Have a registered audiologist perform an assessment and submit the audiogram and audiologist report to WorkplaceNL. You do not need a referral from a doctor to make an appointment and the cost of the assessment may be covered by WorkplaceNL.
- Submit a Worker’s Report of Hearing Loss (Form 6 HL). This should be submitted within five years of the last exposure to hazardous noise. If there are exceptional circumstances, please include this information as part of the application. All sections must be completed.
- If you are currently employed, your employer must complete an Employer’s Information Questionnaire (page 3). If you are no longer employed, you will need to contact and gather information from your previous employer(s) regarding your work history.
Once submitted, we will review your Worker’s Report of Hearing Loss (Form 6HL), work history and audiogram and make a decision on your claim.
IMPORTANT: All documents must be completed in full and submitted together or they will be returned to you for completion before your application is reviewed.
If your claim is accepted, coverage may include:
- Travel to the nearest hearing aid provider
- Hearing aids (from a WorkplaceNL-approved list of providers)
- Replacement batteries (You can order hearing aid batteries online through MyWorkplaceNL or by calling 1.800.563.9000.
If you have any questions, please call 1.800.563.9000 or email [email protected].