Hearing loss prevention

• Take note of how long you have been exposed to loud noise and have a 15 minutes break to give your ears a rest.
• Avoid noisy situations. If you have to raise your voice to be heard then it is likely you are in a situation that is hazardous for your hearing.
• If you can’t avoid a noisy situation, protect your hearing with either foam ear plugs or headphones. If you regularly attend concerts then it may be worth investing in some custom fit musician ear plugs. Always avoid standing directly in front of speakers or amplifiers.
• Have your hearing tested every two years, particularly if you have noticed a change in your hearing. Your clinician will be able to give you further advice about protecting your hearing.

Ear protection wadding is made of special mineral fibers covered with a thin film. The film prevents any fiber residue being left in the ear. Pressure between the ear canal and the outside can be equalized, as the wadding does not seal the ear hermetically. 

This gives greater comfort for the wearer. Ear protection wadding is very economical.

Ear plugs with frames consist of ready-shaped plugs attached to a frame. In many types, the frame can be worn at the back of the neck, on the head or under the chin. Ear plugs with frames are particularly suited where the ear protection has to be frequently removed and replaced.

If they are not worn correctly, the minimum sound insulation level is not reached, so ear plugs with frames should not be used at noise levels above 90 dB. Sounds transmitted into the ear via the frame – by contact with the hands, for example – can sometimes cause an unpleasant sensation.