Productive Employees: Hearing Loss in the Workplace

Be more Productive on the Job by Treating Hearing Loss

If you have hearing loss and work with other people, missing or mistaking what you heard can lead to an unproductive day. In a survey that was recorded through The Hearing Journal, workers were asked about the repercussions of untreated hearing loss and how it affected their productivity. Nearly all participants in the survey reported serious obstacles they faced while accomplishing their work before using hearing aids. 

Results from the Survey

• 87% reported “asking co-workers to repeat what they said”
• 84% reported “frequently missing parts of the conversation”
• 78% reported “difficulty trying to hear”
• 77% reported “difficulty following conversations”
• 37% reported losing at least five hours each week, making up for these challenges.
• 20% reported losing at least 10 hours each week, making up for these challenges.

    
These negative impacts of hearing loss should be a case for employers to offer hearing health benefits, encourage employees to seek help and treatment, and offer appropriate accommodations. Not only does it offer employees the hearing treatment that they need for their overall health and well-being, but it can also help them be more productive in the workplace. 

Another recent survey showed that 51% of adults have reported hearing problems. Just 11% requested treatment. The cost of treatment accounts for 85% of why they do not get treatment, 45% reported the challenges with adjusting to hearing aids, and 28% account for the stigma of wearing hearing aids. Only 12% did not demonstrate any concern. This demographic can give hearing aid providers the chance to educate and provide resources that would help make getting hearing aids easier.  

If you, or a loved one, are experiencing hearing loss and need hearing aids, Pure Sound Hearing offers a free hearing test and discount hearing aids. Contact us to schedule an appointment.  

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