62-9-1. Compensation for permanent occupational hearing loss.
Permanent hearing loss caused by exposure to excessive occupational noise shall be compensated according to the terms and conditions of this chapter.
Source: SL 1986, ch 427, ยง1.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 62 - Workers' Compensation
Chapter 09 - Compensation For Permanent Loss Of Hearing
Section 62-9-1 - Compensation for permanent occupational hearing loss.
Section 62-9-2 - Definition of terms.
Section 62-9-3 - Calculation of hearing loss--What loss is compensable.
Section 62-9-4 - Hearing loss to be determined on binaural basis--How calculated.
Section 62-9-5 - Deductions from total average decibel loss.
Section 62-9-6 - Amount of compensation payable for total or partial hearing loss.
Section 62-9-7 - No benefits for temporary total or partial disability or for tinnitus.
Section 62-9-11 - Effect of hearing aid use on compensation--Provision of hearing aid by employer.
Section 62-9-14 - Compensability of hearing loss caused by explosion or trauma.