Hearing protection

Are you certain? Noise-induced hearing loss – permanent hearing damage – has been one of the most significant occupational diseases for years. The key question is: does your employee receive the necessary noise reduction? We measure it. And we help you achieve the right level of protection. How can you better protect your employees' hearing? Safety experts can find answers to all their questions in this white paper.</a>

Hearing protection protects against excessive noise. Hearing protection is more than just a cap, earplug or earpiece. Or a hearing cap over your ears. It's about the goal: protecting your employees' hearing from excessive noise to prevent hearing damage. You can only be sure if you follow the right steps. 3M knows those steps and is happy to share them with you. Via this link you can quickly find out what protection you need.

Personal hearing protection
Hearing protection is personal. Every job has its own risks – excessive noise, for example. Every working environment is different – as is the number of decibels present. Every face and ear canal is different too. And every person behind that face has their own opinions and preferences. This means that choosing the right hearing protection product, which is also used correctly, is not a simple task. It requires a fourth step.

Four steps to effective hearing protection
1. Risk assessment: measure noise (number of decibels)
2. Risk evaluation: consequences for employees without noise reduction
3. Selection of suitable hearing protection product and validation
4. Training and motivation: promoting the correct use of the right protection product  

Earplugs are the simplest form of hearing protection. These maintenance-free earplugs are made of soft, energy-absorbing polymer foam, which ensures optimal hearing protection and all-day comfort. Ideal for use in noisy environments, both during work and leisure activities. Available with a cord or dispenser.

3M Peltor X series
The ear defenders in the 3M Peltor X series offer a high degree of durability, modern design, excellent wearing comfort and a wide choice of models.

Features
The headband with shielded steel wire ensures constant pressure during longer periods of wear and makes the ear defenders comfortable to wear.
Electrically insulated headband without exposed wires protects against contact with low voltages. The double headband reduces heat build-up and ensures a good fit.
The colour coding of the ear cups helps you select the right product for moderate to high attenuation.
The wide, soft foam cushions are designed to be comfortable all day long and provide a good seal on the head.
Wide selection of products: 5 products with two different options (headband and helmet attachment).