How do both safety manager and worker select the “best” earplug for the job? The factors are just as diverse as the people wearing them: comfort, communication, color, convenience, protection, or just because “that’s what everyone else uses.”
Several factors should be considered when selecting the best earplug for each worker, including: protection required (noise exposure level, noise reduction, communication), ease of insertion (style, size), compatibility (hygiene, job requirements, other PPE), and fit (comfort, size).