Our ears are complex and highly sensitive. Exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage gradually over a period of time. In fact, if you work or regularly spend time in environments where loud noise is common, you could be losing your hearing without even realizing it. And once you lose your hearing, that's it, most noise related hearing loss is irreversible. Specsavers Hearing Centres provide a range of value-for-money solutions for occasional and regular use, from instant fit devices to custom made products.
EC regulations require employers to provide suitable hearing protection for their employees where noise levels exceed 80 decibels (dBA).
Here are some typical decibel (dBA) levels of everyday situations:
Advances in technology mean the new generation of instant fit devices are now more effective and comfortable than ever. Using a newly developed attenuation filter, they effectively cut out unpleasant background noise without blocking out the sounds you want to hear, such as speech and music. They are available in five new variants designed for use in specific environments and cost just £14.99 from Specsavers Hearing Centres:
FlyFit - protect during long flights, and eases pressure on the ear during take-off and landing. £14.99.
SwimSafe - prevent water entering your ears while allowing you to hear ambient sounds. £14.99.
PartyPlug - ideal for rock concerts and nightclubs, they block excessive noise while allowing you to hear the music clearly. £14.99.
SleepSoft - block noise from traffic, noisy neighbours and snoring while allowing you to hear high frequency sounds like alarm clocks, doorbells and babies crying. £14.99.
WorkSafe - eliminate dangerous noises from DIY equipment while speech, radio and the environment remain clearly audible. £14.99.
MusicSoft - designed primarily for DJs, musicians, and those exposed to loud music on a regular basis. MusicSafe will attenuate the damaging frequencies without compromising on the quality of the music. £19.99.
MotoSoft - protects from Engine and wind noise damage on you hearing, but allows you to hear and communicate clearly. £21.99.
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Tested protection guaranteed against the damaging effects of engine noise and wind shrill while riding a motorbike for prolonged periods or at speed. Designed to fit comfortably within your helmet without restricting your ability to hear and communicate clearly.
CE marked, certified & tested to EN352-2:2002 for employee use in the workplace. Specially positioned filters guarantee full protection from damaging noise levels in a wide range of work environments. They allow you to hear and communicate clearly with colleagues, and are comfortable for wearing over long periods. Anti-microbial silicone reduces the risk of ear infections and cross infections from reusing generic plugs. Metal Detectable versions also available (traceable within food production lines and certain other manufacturing processes).
Available in a choice of colours. 
Musicians’ custom fit earplugs are guaranteed to filter out the damaging frequencies, but preserve the fidelity of the original music with no loss of clarity. They also meet En 352-2:2002 Health and Safety requirements so are ideal for staff working in these environments.
Available in a choice of colours.
