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How to Use Hearing Protection Correctly: A Step-by-Step Guide
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

How to Use Hearing Protection Correctly: A Step-by-Step Guide

Protecting your hearing is crucial, whether you're attending a concert, working in a noisy environment, or simply enjoying outdoor activities. Using hearing protection correctly can help preserve y...

What is SLC80? Understanding Hearing Protection Ratings in Australia
EDUCATIONAL & HEALTH

What is SLC80? Understanding Hearing Protection Ratings in Australia

If you’ve ever browsed earplugs or earmuffs on our site, you might’ve come across something called SLC80. But what does it mean—and how does it help you choose the right hearing protection?

Why Musicians (And Music Lovers) Need Hearing Protection
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Why Musicians (And Music Lovers) Need Hearing Protection

For musicians, hearing isn’t just a sense - it’s a tool. However, the very passion that drives them—creating and performing music—poses a significant risk to their hearing health. Exposure to high-...

Protect Your Ears: The Importance of Hearing Protection for Tinnitus
EDUCATIONAL & HEALTH

Protect Your Ears: The Importance of Hearing Protection for Tinnitus

Tinnitus is a condition where people hear ringing, buzzing, or hissing sounds in their ears, even when there is no actual sound around. It affects millions of people and can be caused by things lik...

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Why You Should Wear Hearing Protection When Riding a Motorcycle
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Why You Should Wear Hearing Protection When Riding a Motorcycle

Riding a motorcycle may offer a sense of freedom but protecting your hearing will make for a safer and more comfortable ride out on the open road. Many riders fail to consider the impact that loud ...

Children and Hearing Protection: Building Awareness Early
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Children and Hearing Protection: Building Awareness Early

Young infants, toddlers and children are particularly vulnerable to hearing damage. A child’s hearing is in full development in their first years and extremely vulnerable. Whether attending concert...

Do Noise-Cancelling Headphones Protect Hearing?
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Do Noise-Cancelling Headphones Protect Hearing?

Noise-cancelling headphones have become a staple for many of us, whether we’re commuting, working in a noisy office, or simply enjoying our favorite music. But beyond their ability to block out dis...

What is Class 5 Hearing Protection?
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

What is Class 5 Hearing Protection?

When shopping for hearing protection, you might come across terms like "Class 5 Hearing Protection." But what does it mean, and why is it important? At Earjobs, we're passionate about helping Austr...

Hearing Protection for Musicians: Balancing Sound Quality and Safety
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Hearing Protection for Musicians: Balancing Sound Quality and Safety

Musicians, audio professionals, and music students are exposed to high sound levels regularly, whether in rehearsals, live performances, or studio settings. Over time, prolonged exposure to loud so...

Common Myths About Hearing Protection
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Common Myths About Hearing Protection

Let’s get one thing straight: protecting your hearing isn’t just for tradies on job sites or folks at underground raves. Your ears are amazing, but they’re also fragile—and once they’re damaged, th...

What you need to know when choosing hearing protection: A Guide to the SLC80 Class System
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

What you need to know when choosing hearing protection: A Guide to the SLC80 Class System

Choosing the right earmuff or ear plug is crucial for preserving your hearing in environments where noise levels can be harmful. For Australian consumers, understanding the SLC80 class system is es...

Understanding the Different Types of Electronic Earmuffs
HEARING PROTECTION BASICS

Understanding the Different Types of Electronic Earmuffs

Electronic earmuffs are essential tools for protecting your hearing in noisy environments while offering additional functionalities. Modern electronic earmuffs are equipped with a variety of featur...