Hearing Loss
Effective Dates
June 30, 2017 - June 30, 2022
Policy Code
EN-06
General Information
The Workers’ Compensation Act, S.Y. 2008, c.12 (the “Act”) states a worker who experiences a work-related injury is entitled to compensation. Hearing loss may be considered work-related if it arises out of and in the course of employment.
Under section 6 of the Occupational Health Regulations (O.I.C. 1986/164D), established under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, R.S.Y. 2002, c. 159 (the OHS Act), employers must establish and maintain an audiometric test program for workers exposed to hazardous noise. This includes annual audiometric examinations, record keeping, and the requirement to provide the results of audiometric testing to Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board (YWCHSB).
Purpose
This policy provides information to workers and employers, and guides YWCHSB decision-makers on adjudicating claims that may involve hearing loss.
Prior Policies
Policy References
Merits and Justice of the Case
December 31, 2013 - June 30, 2022 | EN-02 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022Permanent Impairment
June 30, 2015 - June 30, 2022 | EN-12 | Policies prior to July 1, 2022