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DID YOU KNOW...?Noise-induced hearing loss is the

number one occupational disability

It is generally painlessIt is progressive over time

It is permanent

IT IS PREVENTABLE!!!

THE

4 PS

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Steady-StateNoise Examples Rustling Leaves 20dB

Conversation 60dB

Automobile 70dB

Alarm Clock 80dB

Screaming Child 90dB

Pneumatic Drill 100dB Helicopter 110dB

Live Concert 130dB

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Loss of hearing sensitivity due to

hazardous noise exposures fromeither steady state noise orimpulse noise does occur even

before we can measure thechange!.

And it does carry negativeconsequences!!!

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BOTTOM LINE

If you are exposing yourself to

hazardous noise levelsunprotectedits not a matterofwhetheryou will develop

hearingloss butwhenyou willdevelop hearing lossthe oddsareVERY RARELYbeaten.

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HEARING PROTECTIONThe only thing standing between you

and a potential permanent hearing

loss!!!!!

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But I Cant Wear Hearing

Protection Because...

My ears will become infected

They hurt my earsI cant hear to do my jobI cant hear sounds needed to hunt,

etc., etc.Thinking short-term instead of long-

term

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Approved Types of HPDsEarplugsPre-formed

Hand-formed

Noise Muffs

Helmets

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NOISE REDUCTION

RATING (NRR)All hearing protection deviceshave a Noise Reduction Rating(NRR)

Field testing suggests that the

actual NRR is approximatelyhalf of what is listed on thepackage

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PRE-FORMED EARPLUGS Single Flange:

(NRR)=23dB

5 color-coded sizes: White (Extra Small)- 10% of

the population

Green (Small)- 25%

Orange (Medium)-30%

Blue (Large)- 40% Red (Extra Large)- 25%

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Characteristics Of A Good

Pre-formed Earplug FitVoices sound muffled

Vacuum effect

Comfortable

Single flange tab facing towardback of ear

Largest flange of triple flange isflush against ear canal opening

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Circumaural Noise MuffsNoise Reduction Rating

(NRR)=23dB

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Fitting TechniqueNoise muffs should seal around the

ear

Replace ear cushions when cracked orwornCertain types of muffs allow

placement of the headband on top ofthe head, behind the head, or underthe chin

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Care and Maintenance ofall HEARING PROTECTIVE

DEVICESKeep clean with mild soap and water

and dry before usingReplace when material

hardens/cracks or does not clean

Check for cracks on earphone seals,headband tension and replace asneeded

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COMBAT EARPLUGSInsert YELLOW plugs forweapons fire in dismountedmode.

Insert OLIVE DRAB plugs forsteady state noise in andaround aircraft, noisy vehiclesand watercraft, etc.

Keep filter holes free of earwax and other debris. Check proper insertion for slight tension by gently tugging

on plugs.

Ensure that plugs are cleaned with soap and water and drywhen returned to case.

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TO SUMMARIZE HEARING LOSS HAPPENS!

Noise induced hearing loss is 100%

preventable

Your hearing health starts withYOU while

at work or home

IfYOU dont protect itYOU will lose it