1. Shop Safety
Hearing Protection…

2. Noise… Noise is a serious danger in a shop
Is one of the most common workplace hazards.

3. Two types of hearing hazards…
A noise that is too loud for your ear to handle (like an explosion)
Loud continuous noises of different loudness levels over a period of time.

4. How loud is too loud? A whispered voice is about 20 decibels
If a sound reaches 85 dB or stronger it can cause permanent hearing damage

5. How loud is too loud?
Compare the intensity of some sounds with those found in a wood shop

6. Personal hearing protection…
Reduce your exposure to harmful noise
Should allow you to hear machine warnings and voices

7. Earplugs Made of light and comfortable material
Can fit into the ear itself
Come from foam cylinders to customized plugs

8. Earmuffs Cushioned and cupped ear coverings attached to a headband
It may be necessary to wear both earplugs and earmuffs simultaneously

9. Earmuffs
Be sure to have a perfect seal between your head and the earmuff
Hair, jewelry and glasses can interfere with forming this tight seal