Ear Plugs

Which Ear Plugs are right for me?

• What is a decibel, and how loud is too loud?

  What is a decibel.

  A decibel (dB) is a unit used to measure the intensity of sound. It’s not a linear scale — every increase of 10 dB means the sound is 10 times more powerful. That means a 90 dB sound isn’t just a bit louder than 80 dB — it’s twice as loud. Everyday sounds like normal conversation sit around 60 dB, but lawnmowers (90 dB), concerts (100–110 dB), and construction sites (over 120 dB) can be dangerously loud.

  Hearing damage can occur after prolonged exposure to sounds above 85 dB, and the higher the volume, the shorter the safe exposure time. That’s why hearing protection — especially in workplaces or loud recreational settings — is so important. The right ear plugs reduce the sound level to within a safe range, helping you protect your hearing long term.

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• Why use ear plugs?

  Why use ear plugs?

  Ear plugs are a simple, effective way to protect your ears from loud noise or unwanted sound. Whether you're trying to sleep, concentrate, travel in peace, or protect your hearing in loud environments, the right ear plugs can make a huge difference to your comfort and wellbeing.

  They're lightweight, discreet, and easy to carry — perfect for use at home, at work, on the plane, or at a concert. With options for sleep, swimming, music, travel, and work, there’s a pair of ear plugs for just about every situation.

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• Your guide to hearing protection certification in Australia and NZ.

  Hearing Protection in Australia & NZ

  In Australia and New Zealand, hearing protection must comply with the AS/NZS 1270:2002 standard. This certification ensures that ear plugs and earmuffs have been independently tested and rated for their effectiveness in reducing noise. It’s a crucial requirement for workplace safety and helps consumers make informed choices about what level of protection they need.

  One key part of this standard is the SLC80 rating — which tells you how many decibels of noise the product will block out for 80% of wearers. Based on this number, products are also grouped into Class 1 to Class 5, with Class 5 offering the highest level of protection. This makes it easy to match ear plugs to specific environments, whether it’s a quiet workshop or a high-noise construction site.

  At Earjobs, we stock a wide range of certified hearing protection products — so whether you’re buying for yourself or your team, you can be confident they meet strict local standards.

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