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Do you work in a loud environment on a regular basis? If so, investing in ear protection can save you from early hearing loss and all the effects that it can have on your life. At Cleanline Tasman, we carry multiple types of ear protection in NZ, to help you protect yourself from these risks and retain sharp auditory senses for longer.
When Does Hearing Loss Occur
The first question you need to ask yourself before you buy ear protection in NZ is whether your job necessitates it. To answer this question, let’s look at when hearing loss starts to occur, regarding commonly encountered sounds.Experts say that ‘long or repeated exposure’ to sounds above 85 decibels can lead to hearing loss. For reference, motorcycles produce sound at about 95 decibels, emergency sirens typically sound at 120 decibels, and a gunshot produces about 150 decibels of sound. The 85-decibel line, meanwhile, is signified approximately by the sound of busy city traffic.
In other words, if you work on a construction site, in a factory or any other traditionally loud environments, you are at risk for hearing loss. All these environments are considerably louder than the street of a city during rush hour. Spending eight or nine hours in these workspaces every day, therefore, can have a hugely negative impact on your hearing—even if the damage occurs so gradually that you don’t notice it for years.
Picking out the Best Ear Protection Online from Cleanline Tasman
The next question to ask is what type of ear protection is ideal for the work you do. At Cleanline Tasman, we have two sections for ear protection at our online store: ear muffs and ear plugs. Both types of ear protection have their pros and cons, which you will want to consider before you decide which one to trust. Alternatively, you could buy a pair of ear muffs and a package of ear plugs and be equipped with the right ear protection for any scenario.
Earmuffs are great because they are so easy to fit. Because earmuffs just fit over the ears instead of in the ear canals like ear plugs, they offer a more one-size-fits-all experience. They are also very easy to take off and put back on, which can be convenient for work situations like construction sites where there are periods of high noise, but where workers also need to be able to confer and communicate with one another.
If you are shopping for the most powerful ear protection in NZ, you will likely opt for ear plugs. Since ear plugs fit into the ear canals themselves, they usually provide a bit more ear protection. Ear plugs are also often more comfortable in hot work environments, which can make them the preferred option for construction, landscaping, road work, and other outdoor projects. Finally, ear plugs are less cumbersome than ear muffs, which can make them more convenient.
Whether you prefer earmuffs or ear plugs, if you need to buy ear protection in NZ, Cleanline Tasman is the place to shop. Click here to browse our ear plugs or here to look at our ear muff selection.
