In industries where noise regularly exceeds safe limits, employers need practical measures to look after their workers' hearing. Hearsafe Australia sends qualified fitters and nurses to worksites across the country to take impressions and fit custom hearing protection on site, rather than sending people off to appointments one at a time.

Why custom rather than standard

Standard earplugs and earmuffs offer a level of noise reduction, but they are made to an average ear and depend on correct insertion every time. Ear canals vary considerably between individuals, so a custom-moulded fit gives a more consistent, repeatable seal - which is what determines the protection actually achieved.

How an on-site visit works

1. Assessing the environment. We work through the noise levels present at your site and which roles are exposed to what.

2. Ear impressions. Safe, non-invasive impressions are taken of each worker's ear canal, roughly 15 minutes per person. These are used to manufacture the sets.

3. Manufacture. Custom earplugs and earmoulds are produced to suit the individual and the environment, typically 10 to 15 working days.

4. Fitting and education. We return to fit them properly and show each worker how to insert, clean and store their set. Fit can be verified with an SI meter, so your records show verified rather than simply issued.

What it means for the business

Better compliance. Protection that fits comfortably gets worn. That is the whole game - attenuation on a box means nothing if the plug is sitting in someone's pocket.

No lost time. Fitting the crew in one visit avoids sending people off site individually, including at regional and remote operations.

Cost over time. The upfront cost is higher than disposables, but one custom set lasts years rather than a day. Reducing noise exposure across a workforce also lowers exposure to workers' compensation claims.

To arrange a visit, book an appointment, request a quote, or read more on custom industrial ear plugs for workplaces.