Hearing Protection

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Hearing protection for production floors, machine shops, construction sites and anywhere noise is a hazard. This section covers disposable foam earplugs, reusable and corded earplugs, detectable earplugs for food plants, banded earplugs, over-the-head and cap-mounted earmuffs, and bulk earplug dispensers and refills.

What to check before you order

  • Noise reduction rating. Earplugs and earmuffs carry an NRR in decibels. Your hearing conservation program should guide how much protection is needed for the noise levels measured on site.
  • Plugs vs muffs. Earplugs are light and fit under other PPE. Earmuffs are easy to put on and take off. Some loud tasks call for both.
  • Hard hat compatibility. Cap-mounted muffs clip to slotted hard hats. Check the fit with your helmet model.
  • Insertion and fit. Foam plugs only work when rolled and inserted properly. Train workers and offer more than one size or style.
  • Hygiene. Use disposables for visitors, and clean reusable plugs as the manufacturer directs.

Browse all safety supplies, add hard hats and hi-vis, or let vendor managed inventory keep earplug dispensers filled.

Earplugs are one of the most common items in a PPE vending machine: available around the clock, with usage reports by person or department.

Common questions

When is hearing protection required at work?

OSHA's occupational noise standard requires employers to provide hearing protectors and a hearing conservation program when workers' noise exposure reaches an 8-hour time-weighted average of 85 decibels. Noise monitoring by your safety team shows where that applies.

How do you insert foam earplugs correctly?

Roll the earplug into a thin, tight cylinder, reach over your head with the other hand and pull the ear up and back, then slide the plug well into the ear canal. Hold it in place for several seconds while it expands. Follow the instructions on the package.

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