Earplugs are hearing protection devices that can be used to block out the noise coming from your surroundings. The most common use for earplugs is sleeping, but they can also be used in many other contexts, such as concerts and other noisy environments. Sleeping with earplugs may seem like a good idea because it blocks […]
When you’re exposed to loud sounds repeatedly in any workplace or at home, you should wear hearing protection. Anything from some time at a concert to working on a construction site requires hearing protection. This hearing protection guide will cover some of the key things you need to know about hearing protection. What is the […]
Noise-induced hearing loss is a common occupational hazard. Protecting one’s hearing from loud noises on the job site can be achieved using earplugs to block out excess noise, but not all of them are created equal. Here we will discuss which types of earplugs work best and why they should be used for maximum protection. […]
The most common cause of hearing loss is continuous exposure to loud noises. Noise-induced hearing loss occurs when sound waves damage the tiny hair cells in the inner ear. The louder the noise and longer you are exposed to it, the more likely you will experience hearing loss. Noise-induced hearing protection can help prevent your […]
Hearing protection is an essential part of preventing hearing loss. There are four basic types of hearing protection: earplugs, muffs, inserts, and plugs. Earplugs fit inside your ear canal to block sound waves from entering the innermost parts of your ear. The best type of material for this purpose is silicone or foam because they […]
OSHA is the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. OSHA requires employers to provide hearing protection for workers exposed to noise levels above 85 decibels, A-weighted, for eight hours. The workplace should be free from hazardous noise levels that could lead to a worker’s hearing loss or impairment. This blog post discusses OSHA requirements for hearing […]