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What are the best earplugs to use for working in a noisy environment? (lemmy.world)

submitted 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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I'm about to start a new job working in an arcade and diner and want to wear some earplugs for when I'm working in the noisiest parts on-site, partly to protect my hearing but also to make it easier to hear customers and colleagues over the noise.

Do you guys have any recommendations for brands or particular earplugs types that would be good for this purpose?

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 3 weeks ago* (last edited 3 weeks ago) (2 children)

I frequently move between very loud and quiet environments at work while needing to communicate with people. I highly recommend a comfortable pair of electronic ear muffs. Both Walker and Howard Leight make good pairs that won't break the bank. If the battery dies, you just don't get the "passthrough" effect and they're just traditional ear muffs.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 weeks ago

Yep, I have pairs of both and they work well. There's also a headphone jack pass through and accessories like radios if you need to communicate on local bands.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 3 weeks ago

+1 on Howard Leights - popular in the shooting sports (USPSA/IPSC, IDPA, ICORE, etc.) for their effectiveness and ability to adjust sensitivity. Comfortable for long periods and last forever even when lightly abused in outdoor environments.