3M E.A.R Soft Series Blue, White Disposable Corded Ear Plugs, 34dB Rated, Metal Detectable, 200 Pairs

From 3M, these E-A-R Soft disposable earplugs are a fast and effective solution to hearing protection in the workplace. They are made from a slow expanding foam, which helps with providing low pressure inside the ear canal creating a comfortable and secure fit. The high-visibility yellow neon colour allows the user to locate them when working or be aware when someone is using earplugs, and may have advantages in food preparation areas where quality control is essential.

Economic and easy to use, these disposable earplugs are offer excellent noise reduction even in heavy-duty noise environments.

• Comfortable Fit
• High Visibility
• Excellent Noise Reduction

Earplugs are essential PPE wherever consistent loud noise is an issue in the workplace. Many work environments can lead to long term noise-induced hearing damage and even hearing loss, and appropriate ear protection is the safest way to guard against this. As such, health and safety requirements often advise earplugs or ear defenders for the following applications;

• Automotive
• Metal
• Aircraft
• Woodworking
• Printing
• Construction
• Textile
• Manufacturing
• Theatre and music venues

Do earplugs come in different sizes?

There is no standard size for earplugs and most are one size fits all. However, some manufacturers have small, medium and large.

Can these earplugs be washed and/or reused?

These soft foam earplugs are not able to be washed and reused and should be discarded after use. Over long periods of use, it may be advisable to change the earplugs for clean ones more than once.

EN352-2:2002; CE marked

The 3M™ E-A-R™ E-A-Rsoft™ earplugs have a proven pre-moulded shape that is designed to fit most ear canals and offer substantial ear protection. A key feature of these earplugs is they're metal detectable for food processing industries. The soft, hyperallergic polymer foam ensure low pressure in the ear canal and are easy to use again and again. The pre-moulded earplugs simply push into the ear canal for clean and the high attenuation earplugs are ideal for various applications.

• 36dB protection safeguards hearing in loud environments
• Meets CE standard to conform with health and safety requirements from the European Union
• Soft foam material expands into the ear canal for a full and comfortable seal
• 200 pairs in a pack means you get enough for a large workforce

• Carpentry workshops
• Demolition industry
• Construction sites
• Packaging lines

The E-A-Rsoft™ earplugs are made from a slow expanding polyurethane foam, which helps with providing low pressure inside the ear canal, therefore, creating comfort and wearability. The yellow neon colour allows the user to locate them when working or when someone is using earplugs. The carrying cord allows you to carry the earplugs around your neck if you need to remove them for a break etc. They just connect to the stem of the earplug.

In the food manufacturing facility, preventing food contamination is a top priority. If a stray earplug made it into the food, the reputation of the company can be damaged. These metal detectable earplugs can help with preventing contamination in the likely case of an earplug accidentally getting into the food production. During the manufacturing process, the use of metal detecting machines that can test the product for metal and are sensitive to detect these earplugs.

The E-A-Rsoft™ earplugs have a smooth, dirt repellent finish for greater hygiene, longer life and a comfortable fit. They provide excellent noise protection value of 36 dB. Suitable for all frequencies, but a particular focus on low-level frequencies.

Metal detectable earplug with a blue cord, ideal for use in food manufacturing industries

There is no standard size for earplugs and most are one size fits all. However, some manufacturers have small, medium and large.

Soft foam earplugs must be discarded once they are dirty. Disposable foam earplugs may not be washed or cleaned. Depending on the working environment and the employee's ear hygiene, these foam earplugs may need to be replaced at the end of the day or possibly a couple of times a day.