Hearing Protection Online Resources
Advancing the Science of Hearing Protection with dB Blockers®
At Custom Protect Ear, we are committed to advancing the research and development behind hearing protection. Our innovative dB Blockers® are designed to safeguard workers from noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) in various industrial environments. With custom-fitted hearing protection solutions, we address the unique challenges posed by occupational noise, ensuring your workforce is protected.
High Noise Environments
In high-noise environments, hearing protection is essential to prevent noise-induced hearing loss. OSHA sets an action level for hearing conservation at 85 dBA, with mandatory hearing protection required at 90 dBA. NIOSH recommends an action level of 85 dBA across all hearing conservation programs. However, noise levels in heavy industry can reach up to 120 dB, posing a significant risk for long-term hearing damage from prolonged exposure. Custom Protect Ear's dB Blockers provide specialized hearing protectors designed to safeguard your hearing in extreme noise, ranging from 105 dB to 110 dB. In Canada, mandatory hearing protection is 85 dB, and dual protection is 105 dB.
Learn more about the Canadian CSA Z 1007-16 standard.
Comprehensive Hearing Protection Resources
We offer a range of online resources to support your hearing conservation efforts, including:
- CAOHC: Council for Accreditation in Occupational Hearing Conservation
- NHCA Guidelines for Recording Hearing Loss On the OSHA 300 Log
- Occupational Noise Surveys: Occupational Health and Environmental Control
- Canada Occupational Health and Safety Regulations: Key guidelines for maintaining hearing safety across industries.
Additional resources are available from organizations like:
- Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
- The American Hearing Society
- Provincial health and safety boards in all provinces in Canada
- Decibel Comparison Chart (PDF)
Expert Articles on Hearing Protection and Conservation
- Alternative Methods for Measuring Hearing Protector Performance: Real-world testing of hearing protection versus mandatory NRR ratings. PDF
- Hearing Protection Attenuation – Is More Better? PDF
- Earlog 20 – The Naked Truth About NRRs: PDF
Personal Hearing Conservation Measures
After a thorough noise evaluation in the workplace, our custom dB Blockers® provide the ultimate protection by offering individually tailored hearing protectors that ensure a proper fit and maximum noise reduction. Our hearing protection devices surpass standard hearing protection by providing field-tested attenuation results, reducing the risk of NIHL in real-world applications.
Protect Your Workforce with dB Blockers®
Explore our wealth of knowledge and resources on hearing protection. Let us help you eliminate noise-induced hearing loss in your company with custom-fit dB Blockers® that exceed industry standards. Contact us today for a consultation with one of our industrial hearing protection specialists.
