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3M™ E-A-R™ Classic Disposable Ear Plugs SNR28
Tried and tested 3M E-A-R™ Classic Ear PlugsFrom £51.99 To £85.99Supplied in: Pack of 250 pairs -
Hearing Protection Dispensers
Rapid access and hygienic storageFrom £19.99 To £64.49Supplied in: Single -
SparkPlugs® Moldex® Station Ear Plug Dispenser
Use an Ear Plug Dispenser to make hearing protection easy to accessFrom £41.99 To £72.99Supplied in: Single -
Howard Leight® Laser Lite® Ear Plugs SNR32
Laser Lite Ear Plugs have a contoured T shape for easy insertionFrom £28.57 To £68.99Supplied in: Pack of 500 Pairs (Uncorded) -
3M™ E-A-R™ Soft™ Neon Disposable Ear Plugs - 36dB
Protection for all situations including long or continuous exposure to noiseFrom £79.49 To £92.99Supplied in: Pack of 500 pairs -
3M™ Peltor™ Optime™ I Ear Muffs SNR27
Peltor™ Ear Muffs are ideal for protecting against moderate industrial noise£18.99Supplied in: One pair -
JSP® Standard Protection Ear Muffs SNR30
Light and flexible ear defenders£13.99Supplied in: One pair -
Uvex Ear Plug Dispenser
Dispensers make it easy for workers to access hearing protection£30.69Supplied in: Single -
Uvex X-fit Earplugs Dispenser and Refills
Refills to use with Uvex Earplug DispensersFrom £33.81 To £55.39Supplied in: Pack of 300 pairs -
3M™ E-A-R™ Classic Disposable Ear Plugs One-Touch Dispenser
Cost effective Ear Plug DispenserFrom £102.99 To £190.99Supplied in: Single kit -
3M™ Peltor™ Optime™ III Ear Muffs 35dB
Peltor™ Ear Muffs combine optimum protection with maximum comfort£26.73Supplied in: One pair -
Howard Leight® Max Ear Plugs - 37dB
Ideal for workers who are exposed to loud noises over long periods of time£35.99Supplied in: Pack of 200 pairs -
Howard Leight® Sync™ Stereo Earmuff - 31 dB
Listen to your favourite music whilst protecting your hearing£44.99Supplied in: One pair -
Howard Leight® Bilsom® 303L Ear Plugs - 33dB
Howard Leight Ear Plugs which provide good protection and long use comfortFrom £28.99 To £31.99Supplied in: Pack of 200 pairs -
3M™ Peltor™ X3 Earmuffs 32 dB
Useful in forestry or airport environments£32.69Supplied in: One pair -
JSP® J-Muff Ear Muffs SNR25
JSP® J-Muff Ear Defenders are widely-used, general purpose ear muffs£5.99Supplied in: One pair -
JSP® Sonis® Helmet Mounted Ear Muffs - 27/32/37 dB
Premium colour coded ear defenders offer a wide range of hearing protectionFrom £16.99 To £30.99Supplied in: Single -
Uvex Whisper Reusable Earplugs - 23 dB
Reusable Uvex ear plugs for moderate noise environments£47.92Supplied in: Box of 50 pairs -
Reusable Moldex® Rockets® Ear Plugs - 30 dB
Reusable Ear Plugs supplied in a pocket-sized carry case for improved hygiene£80.30Supplied in: Pack of 50 pairs -
Howard Leight® SmartFit® Ear Plugs 30dB
Ear plugs that use body heat for superior comfort£44.99Supplied in: Pack of 50 pairs -
JSP® InterEX™ Noise-Reducing Ear muffs - 28 dB
Sturdy earmuffs for extreme protection£28.99Supplied in: One pair -
Folding Earmuffs 30dB
Premium ear defenders for moderate to noisy environments£6.99Supplied in: One pair -
JSP® Sonis® Ear Muffs - 27/31/32/37 dB
Premium ear defenders offer substantial protection against moderate to severe industrial noiseFrom £23.99 To £32.99Supplied in: Single -
JSP® Soundstopper® Ear Plugs SNR37
Will fit any size of ear canal£36.99Supplied in: Pack of 100 pairs -
3M™ Peltor™ X5 Earmuffs and Ear Cups- 36/37 dB
Intended for extremely high noise levels£43.59Supplied in: One pair -
3M™ E-A-R™ Classic Corded Foam Ear Plugs 29dB
Foam ear plugs are comfortable and easy to fit£90.49Supplied in: Pack of 200 pairs -
3M™ E-A-R™ 1100 37dB Single-Use Ear Plug Refill
High attenuation for high noise environments£94.30Supplied in: Pack of 500 pairs -
Moldex® SparkPlugs® Ear Plugs - 35 dB
Ear Plugs are brightly coloured for easy detectionFrom £73.12 To £135.39Supplied in: Box of 100 packs of 4 -
Howard Leight™ Universal Aluminum Ear Plug Dispenser
Ideal for use in factories and processing plants£86.80Supplied in: Pack of 500
Ear Protection
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Many industrial environments can be exceptionally noisy, which makes it necessary to provide workers with hearing protection. Failure to adequately protect the ears can cause temporary or permanent hearing loss and other hearing related conditions, including tinnitus.
There are different types of protective equipment available, including ear muffs and ear plugs, designed to suit individual needs such as noise level exposure and the other types of PPE being worn, such as hard hats. To ensure your workers are using the correct products, it’s vital to have a strong understanding of the noise that is present, and how this can be managed.
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Ear Protection – What You Need to Know
There’s more to ear protection than simply popping in a pair of 3M™ E-A-R™ Classic Corded Foam Ear Plugs 29dB or using 3M™ Peltor™ Optime™ III Ear Muffs 35dB to cover your ears. The right ear defender for you will be specific to your environment and the noises generated in it.
The Law on Ear Protection
The Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 puts a duty on employers to provide hearing protection when noise exposure is between the “lower and upper exposure action values”. In the UK, this is between 85 and 140 decibels. Your duties include:- Providing ear protection when employees ask for it.
- Ensuring that employees know how to properly use an ear defender.
- Identifying ear protection areas and marking them with the required warning and guidance signage.
- Seeing that ear plugs, ear muffs and other types of ear defenders are properly used and maintained.
Here at Seton, you’ll find top quality ear plugs and ear defenders for noise cancelling. Our health and safety experts considered all environments and eventualities for our vast selection of ear defenders. So, whether you work in a lab or on a noisy construction site, we have what you need to protect your hearing.
How Do Ear Defenders Work?
Ear plugs and ear muffs defend your hearing against excess noise but in different ways. Ear plugs are inserted into the ear, while ear muffs, such as Seton’s popular 3M™ Peltor™ Optime™ I Ear Muffs SNR27 , cup the entire ear.Either memory foam or silicone ear plugs provide basic ear protection by cancelling out noise in the immediate vicinity.
To apply some of these, you roll up and press into the ear canal where they expand to provide optimum protection. You’ll also see flanged and tapered versions for different levels of hearing protection.
Noise-reducing ear plugs are a hygienic choice because they’re disposable. For example, our heavy-duty Uvex Whisper Reusable Earplugs - 23 dB are comfortable and easy to fit. They:
- Expand to fit the size and shape of your ear.
- Resist sweat and humidity, making them ideal for tough environments such as manufacturing and food processing plants.
- Have a cord that makes removal and reinsertion during the workday a breeze.
We also stock Reusable Moldex® Rockets® Ear Plugs - 30 dB with a cord. These moulded ear plugs have a 30dB (decibel) SNR rating and come in a pocket-sized carry case for improved hygiene. An air bubble at the end improves comfortable wearing, while you can easily insert and remove them thanks to the easy-grip design.
Noise-cancelling ear defenders or ear muffs usually feature a headband and cups that cover the ears. Acoustic foam, which blocks out or absorbs noise, lines these cups.
Our comprehensive range includes the ever-popular 3M™ Peltor™ X3 Earmuffs 32 dB , which effectively protect hearing in high-noise environments where people use heavy machinery. They are lightweight and compact, and feature large cushions that reduce pressure around the ears for improved comfort.
You should also look at our noise-cancelling ear defenders for safety helmets. Simply clip them onto your hard hat when working. Made from rugged ABS with cushioned foam inserts, this product handles tough environments with ease.
What are Ear Defenders Used for?
Our hearing is prone to damage when exposed to excess or repeated noise. Many work settings involve the use of noisy equipment and warrant the need for ear defenders. An Ear defender is designed to fit over the ear, with the strap around the crown of the head. Ear defenders are typically used in louder environments with machinery or construction equipment to protect the ears from debris and dust, and also reduce noise for the wearer.In short, ear defenders are used to protect hearing and prevent loss of hearing. Overprotection, however, also poses risks when it hampers communications and the audibility of warning signals.
At What Decibel Levels Should Ear Protection be Worn?
It’s essential to consider the level of noise cancellation needed for a specific work environment. To get ear plugs or ear muffs that suit your workplace, you need to consider the single number rating (SNR), which details the decibel levels of hearing protectors.The HSE recommends that you use a hearing defender with a:
- 20 dB or less rating for noise levels between 85 and 90 dB.
- 20 to 30 dB rating for noise levels between 90 and 95 dB.
- 25 to 35 dB rating for noise levels between 95 and 100 dB.
- 30 dB or more rating for noise levels between 100 and 105 dB.
How to Use Silicone Ear Plugs
Silicone noise-reducing ear plugs offer effective protection in any environment. Just roll them into a ball and press them into your ear to mould over the ear canal.Whether you need a 3M™ E-A-R™ Hearing Protection PPE Station , or 3M™ Peltor™ X5 Earmuffs and Ear Cups- 36/37 dB that can take the day-to-day punch of high-noise environments, Seton has you covered. Browse our broad selection of ear protection today.