MemphisMechanic Posted July 30, 2011 Share Posted July 30, 2011 It was brought up in the Hearing Protection? post that there was a good instructional video on properly fitting foam plugs. I found it worthy of a it's own separate post. I have been rolling them tightly and tugging on my ear to insert them, but had not been installing them deeply enough. I also never thought to remove it and immediately check the plug as an aid to see how well it was installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Burtchell Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Good info. I have been installing them incorrectly for over 20 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dragon52 Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 I have used them every way I can. The wrong way and your way and have come to decide they suck. I can not keep them in correct. I will not use them again. Just my two cents worth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
latech15 Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Yay me. I have been doing it right. I agree. They suck. For what we do anyway. I find that they either close every sound off, or not nearly enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaiserb Posted July 31, 2011 Share Posted July 31, 2011 Good info for all. Once your hearing is lost it is not regained. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SV limited Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Thank you for the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray_Z Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 That is a great piece of intel. I have seen so many shooters with their earplugs just barely sticking in their ears, you just know that they can't be working. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyj925 Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 I have been a safety professional for almost ten years. During that time I don't know how many hearing conservation classes I have taught. Employees are always complaining about the fit of the foam plugs. For the most part i agree. The triple flanged plastic plugs are definitely more comfortable. And it is easy to go through the plant and find someone with them out.The three main choices you have are muffs, plugs and canal caps. I personally like the custom molded caps. I seen a lot of shooters wearing them at my last match. If you like these or are interested in caps but don't have an outlet for them or don't want to spend that much there is a cheaper alternative. Here is a link to an example of a cheap alternative. I used these for shooting before I upgraded to electric muffs. I tried to attach a link but because I am a newb I am banned until I get more post..........don't understand that rule, but it is what it is. If interested google fastenal........go to their site and type in QB2 NRR25....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baileyj925 Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 .25 ACP 155.0 dB .32 LONG 152.4 dB .32 ACP 153.5 dB .380 157.7 dB 9mm 159.8 dB .38 S&W 153.5 dB .38 Spl 156.3 dB .357 Magnum 164.3 dB .41 Magnum 163.2 dB .44 Spl 155.9 dB .45 ACP 157.0 dB .45 COLT 154.7 dB Here are some samples of decibel readings. These numbers are the result of averages of different manufactures of each caliber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okie-Glocker Posted September 10, 2011 Share Posted September 10, 2011 I personally like the custom molded caps. I seen a lot of shooters wearing them at my last match. At most major matches, there will be a vendor who can make you a set right there in just about any color(s) you want Usually around $50. Now, if I could just afford to get an electronic set of these ... I alternate between my ProEars and the custom molded (static) described above. In the hardcore summer months, the muffs make my ear area sweat which sucks sometimes. General hearing conservation... We wear foamies all the time on the aircraft when not on headset out here (we have Bose noise cancelling which kick ass) as the Herc is very very loud inside the back cargo area. So yeah, you gotta get them down in the ear canal and expand there for them to properly do their job. We go through them fairly quick. When I worked in the oil field, wore foamies all the time too. The triple flanged type are cool too (I prefer those over foam if you wanna hear a little more) but typically offer less attenuation, so depends what you need them for. C. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n1guess Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 thanks for the info good to know thats sometimes they work well and other times they dont....not installing them right Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
g56 Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 Good info! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dwain C. Baer Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 That's a helpful video clip, thanks for posting... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sierra77mk Posted September 15, 2011 Share Posted September 15, 2011 Foam sucks I tried several and now I use the silicone type QUIET® by howard leight http://www.grainger.com/Grainger/HOWARD-LEIGHT-BY-SPERIAN-Ear-Plug-Kit-5FV22 They are washable and reusable. Best I have found for my earholes at least. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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