Millions of workers are exposed to hearing hazards every year, and even though OSHA regulations and NIOSH recommendations in the U.S. specify hearing protection, occupational hearing loss is still the ...

You might be asking yourself if double hearing protection is something you should be considering. In order to understand what double hearing protection is, let’s start by reviewing why it is needed.

Workers must wear hearing protection when exposed to loud sounds, including earmuffs and earplugs. Find out when and how to select this equipment based on the task at hand. Conduct noise level ...

On construction worksites, workers in 3 out of 10 companies are at risk of hearing loss – but many who could otherwise prevent hearing loss believe they've just “gotten used to the noise.” The truth ...

If you operate power tools or other noisy equipment—including table saws, benchtop planers, or lawnmowers—protecting your hearing is essential. According to guidelines from the CDC’s National ...

FORT CAVAZOS, Texas — Hearing health is a critical aspect for overall well-being, impacting both personal and professional lives. For the warfighter, good hearing is essential for mission readiness, ...

Decibel Defense’s Safety Earmuffs are a worthy choice for anyone who needs maximum hearing protection yet doesn’t like sticking earplugs into their ears. While few earmuffs can offer more than 31 dBs ...

Ear plugs are such a basic piece of gear that sometimes the proper use can be overlooked. Whether you are hunting, using a chain saw, attending a race, or trying to block out noise on a long plane ...

ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) — Hearing loss is one of the most common medical conditions that affects adults. About 37.5 million Americans 18 and over report experiencing some difficulty hearing, ...

LANDSTUHL, Germany – The World Health Organization has designated March 3 as World Hearing Day. The WHO estimates 466 million people have disabling hearing loss. By 2050, that figure will almost ...

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