Disposable Foam Ear Plugs, NRR 29, For Industrial Use

The world's first foam ear plug, the 3M E-A-R Classic Earplugs, has revolutionized hearing protection in the workplace and remains one of the most widely used earplugs globally, even after more than 40 years. These earplugs are constructed from slow-recovery, low-pressure foam, which fits snugly to create a noise barrier that helps protect hearing from loud sounds.

The earplugs are stiff enough when compressed to make fitting easy, yet soft enough to be comfortable in the ear for extended wear. Their bright yellow color allows supervisors to conduct quick visual hearing protection compliance checks. These earplugs are recommended for a variety of applications, including chipping, chiseling, drilling, furnace operations, grinding, heavy equipment operations, machining, pouring/casting, power fastening, riveting, sanding, sawing, and welding.

These regular-size earplugs are commonly used in industries such as agriculture, automotive, chemicals, construction, general manufacturing, healthcare, oil and gas, and pharmaceuticals, and they comfortably fit most people. They have a Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 29 dB, CSA Class AL, and are test compatible with the 3M E-A-Rfit Validation System.

Moisture resistance helps maintain a consistent expansion time, even when humidity is present, and flame resistance helps protect against potential arc flash situations and provides for safer storage. Noise is present in our daily routines and recreational activities, and millions of Americans work in hazardous noise on a daily basis. Estimates from the National Institutes of Health suggest that hearing loss afflicts 28 million Americans, with about one-third of those cases at least partially attributable to noise.

Hearing loss due to noise is almost entirely preventable by the judicious use of hearing protection. 3M's industrial and occupational products are intended, labelled, and packaged for sale to trained industrial and occupational customers for workplace use, and they must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards.

Misuse of 3M industrial and occupational products may result in injury, sickness, or death. For help with product selection and use, consult your on-site safety professional, industrial hygienist, or other subject matter expert.

The 3M E-A-R Classic Earplugs offer excellent sound attenuation, with an Noise Reduction Rating (NRR) of 29 dB, CSA Class AL. The unique slow-recovery, low-pressure foam and special cylindrical shape help enhance comfort throughout the day by creating lower pressure in the ear canal. The proprietary foam is initially firm to make fitting the ear plug easier, then softens once it's in the ear to comfortably conform to the unique shape of each ear canal.

These earplugs are sweat and humidity resistant, ensuring a consistent fitting even in humid environments. They are also flame resistant, helping to protect against potential arc flash situations and providing for safer storage. The versatility of these earplugs allows them to be used in a wide range of industrial and occupational settings, from chipping and chiseling to welding and heavy equipment operations.

The reusable pillow pack helps keep the earplugs clean when they are not being worn, ensuring a clean and hygienic storage solution. These 3M industrial and occupational products are not intended for consumer sale or use, and they must be selected and used in compliance with applicable health and safety regulations and standards.

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