Choosing the correct ear defenders is essential to ensure both safety and practicality in the workplace. It's a common misconception that all ear defenders perform the same function — in fact, they vary significantly to match the wide range of noise levels encountered in different environments.

The primary purpose of ear defenders is to reduce the surrounding noise to a safer level, ideally between 75 and 80dB(A). This reduction is referred to as attenuation. The amount of attenuation required depends on the intensity of the noise in the environment:

Higher noise levels need ear defenders with greater attenuation to bring the exposure down to a safe range.

Lower noise levels require less attenuation, as excessive noise reduction can create its own problems.

Using ear defenders with too much attenuation can be counterproductive. For example, they may make it difficult for workers to hear essential safety signals such as fire alarms or instructions from colleagues, posing additional safety risks.

To address this, JSP offers a wide range of ear defenders, each designed with varying attenuation levels to suit different noise conditions. This allows users to select the most appropriate protection based on their specific environment.

Key points:

• Ear defenders are not all the same — they are designed for different levels of noise.
• The goal is to reduce noise exposure to 75–80dB(A).
• Over-attenuation can block important sounds like fire alarms.
• JSP ear defenders come in a variety of attenuation levels for different needs.
• Always assess your environment’s noise levels before choosing hearing protection.

If you need further support, please contact our Technical Support Team using the email: technical@jspsafety.com or contact us via our WhatsApp.