Using hearing protection in the workplace offers several benefits that promote both the health and productivity of employees.
First of all, hearing protection acts as an effective barrier against potentially harmful noise, minimizing the risk of hearing damage. In the workplace, exposure to prolonged and intense noise levels can lead to hearing loss, tinnitus and other auditory problems.
An employee is obliged to use hearing protection if the daily dose is on average higher than 85 dB(A).
The risk of noise-induced hearing loss begins for employees at 80 dB(A). Above this value, the employer must provide hearing protection according to the Working Conditions Act.
Hearing protection, such as ear muffs or earplugs , reduces noise levels and provides an essential layer of protection for workers' hearing.
Concentration and focus
An additional benefit of hearing protection is the improvement of concentration and focus. Ambient noise and disruptive noise can reduce productivity. Hearing protection creates a quiet work environment, allowing employees to better concentrate on tasks that require precision and attention.
In addition, hearing protection contributes to the well-being of employees by reducing stress levels. Exposure to constant noise can lead to stress and fatigue, which can cause health problems in the long term. Hearing protection offers employees the opportunity to shield themselves from disruptive noises, which has a positive effect on their overall well-being.
Furthermore, the use of hearing protection promotes more effective communication in the workplace. In noisy environments, it can be difficult to communicate efficiently with colleagues. Hearing protection with integrated communication technology or reducing background noise contributes to better cooperation and communication between team members.
What are active ear muffs?
Active ear muffs are hearing protection devices that are equipped with a built-in radio and/or a level-dependent function. This function ensures that you experience a pleasant sound reproduction and are less bothered by interference (interference noises).
The unique thing about active earmuffs is that they do not completely isolate you from your surroundings. With active earmuffs you can still hear sounds from your surroundings, but at a safe level.
This makes them ideal for situations where you need hearing protection, but at the same time want to remain aware of your surroundings. They can dampen loud sounds and slightly amplify soft sounds. An example of active hearing protection is the 3M Peltor Dab.
View all active earmuffs hereThe benefits of active ear muffs
There are several advantages to using active ear muffs:
- Active ear muffs provide effective protection against harmful noise, keeping your hearing protected.
- Pleasant listening experience: Thanks to the level-dependent function, you can enjoy a pleasant sound reproduction without distortion or interference.
- Environmental awareness: Active ear muffs allow you to continue to hear sounds from your environment, allowing you to remain aware of potential hazards or important signals.
With these benefits, active earmuffs ensure that you protect your hearing and enjoy an optimal listening experience, for example when listening to the radio or communicating with colleagues.
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With active earmuffs you can enjoy music, communicate with others and protect your hearing from harmful sounds without any worries. Don't wait any longer and invest in the health of your hearing with active earmuffs!
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