Workers must wear hearing protection when exposed to loud sounds, including earmuffs and earplugs. Find out when and how to select this equipment based on the task at hand. Conduct noise level ...

You might be asking yourself if double hearing protection is something you should be considering. In order to understand what double hearing protection is, let’s start by reviewing why it is needed.

Millions of workers are exposed to hearing hazards every year, and even though OSHA regulations and NIOSH recommendations in the U.S. specify hearing protection, occupational hearing loss is still the ...

We’ve come a long way from disposable foam earplugs and, in 2025, the best bluetooth hearing protection is more than just a convenience at the range. Whether you prefer over-ear muffs, in-ear buds, or ...

A 9mm handgun has a 160-decibel report, which is loud enough to cause permanent damage without hearing protection. That’s why there are three things you need to bring to every gun range: hearing ...

At a Tennessee appliance plant, the plant engineer noticed he was raising his voice considerably to have a conversation with the maintenance manager while standing near a particular production line.

If you operate power tools or other noisy equipment—including table saws, benchtop planers, or lawnmowers—protecting your hearing is essential. According to guidelines from the CDC’s National ...

In my last article, I introduced the idea that we live in a Noise Economy. Noise is no longer just an occasional nuisance. It is a constant force that affects our health, our focus, and our ability to ...

Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...