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Bang! Damage from impulse noise and the effectiveness of hearing protection

September 18, 2016

Some of the most hazardous sounds we hear are brief sounds – noises from impacts and impulses. These arise from sources like household tools, construction, industrial noise, firecrackers, guns, and even automotive airbags.

FlexFit™ Hearing Protectors

September 7, 2016

Uvero™ announces its new line of FlexFit™ Hearing Protectors – unique custom-fit HPDs offering 20dB NRR - every time. Uvero’s patented 3D Scanning system produces the most comfortable earplugs and does away with messy silicone injections forever.

A wish list of OSHA standards

Here’s what is on the agency’s long-range radar

September 1, 2016

Who knows what direction OSHA takes after the presidential elections?

Foam ear plug by Honeywell Industrial Safety

September 1, 2016

Honeywell has announced the Howard Leight TrustFit™ Pod push-in foam earplug that provides workers with properly fitting ear plugs to protect against noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

Honeywell announces Howard Leight Trustfit Pod push-in foam earplug

Workers can now ‘wear confidence’ and trust in the fit of their hearing protection

August 15, 2016

Honeywell (NYSE:HON) has announced the Howard Leight TrustFit™ Pod push-in foam earplug that provides workers with properly fitting ear plugs to protect against noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

OSHA could introduce a Noise in Construction standard

Benita Mehta

August 2, 2016

OSHA has started the process for a potential Noise in Construction standard.

Calculating Noise Reduction Ratings

NRRs extend from 0 to 33 decibels in the U.S.

Brad Witt

June 1, 2016

OSHA regulations describe the need for a continuing, effective hearing conservation program for the workplace.

Honeywell announces Howard Leight TrustFit Pod push-in foam earplug

Workers can now ‘wear confidence’ and trust in the fit of their hearing protection

April 6, 2016

Honeywell (NYSE:HON) today announced the Howard Leight TrustFit™ Pod push-in foam earplug that provides workers with properly fitting ear plugs to protect against noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL).

From the NIOSH Director’s Desk

Effective approaches for hearing loss prevention

Dr. John Howard

March 8, 2016

Hearing loss can’t be prevented using only tools and approaches from the 1980s. New approaches pay off.

Best Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Products from 2017

Annual ISHN Readers' Choice Awards

March 1, 2016

Thousands of ISHN subscribers voted online in ISHN's 2017 Readers' Choice Awards and the results are in! All category winners will receive recognition in ISHN media and a commemorative award.