How to use earplugs correctly?

For ear plugs to be effective hearing protection, the plugs have to be inserted and used correctly.

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Put your arm over your head and move the ear slightly upwards to straighten your auditory canal. This achieves a better fit.

Insert plugs and hold in place while they expand. If they are not visible from the front, then they are in the right position.

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Watch our helpful video - How to insert ear plugs?

The videos below show how you should insert disposable and reusable ear plugs – and how to dispose or how to clean and store them.

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