PERFECTPRO EARPROTECTION

Hearing protection that suits your work

Noise reduction only, music via Bluetooth or direct radio listening? Compare our four models and choose the fit and features you need.

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AT A GLANCE

Which hearing protection should you choose?

Without audio

H-5

Passive ear defenders. Straightforward hearing protection without music or a battery.

Compact earplugs

H-10

Compact Bluetooth earplugs with Active Listening to help you hear your surroundings. Charging case included.

Bluetooth ear defenders

H-30

Listen to music wirelessly and make hands-free calls. Lightweight ear defenders weighing 250 grams.

DAB+ / FM + Bluetooth

H-40

Listen directly to DAB+ or FM radio, or stream via Bluetooth.

Compare PerfectPro hearing protection
FeatureH-5H-10H-30H-40
TypeEar defendersEarplugsEar defendersEar defenders
Attenuation (SNR)34 dB29 dB30 dB31 dB
Bluetooth—5.35.35.3
DAB+ / FM radio———Yes
Active Listening—Yes——
Audio limiting*No audio82 dB(A)82 dB(A)82 dB(A)
Playback timeNo battery required10 hours22 hours22 hours

*Audio limiting refers to the reproduced audio signal under the conditions of use in the manual, rather than surrounding noise. Read more about 82 dB(A), SNR and correct use. Playback time depends on use and volume. Select attenuation and fit based on noise at your workplace; a higher SNR is not automatically the best choice for every situation.

Hearing protection with Bluetooth or radio: what is the difference?

The H-10 and H-30 connect to your phone via Bluetooth for music and calls. The H-10 are earplugs; the H-30 are ear defenders. The H-40 also has a built-in DAB+ and FM receiver, allowing you to listen to the radio without a phone. Simply want to reduce surrounding noise without audio or charging? Choose the passive H-5.

UNDERSTAND YOUR CHOICE

How hearing protection works

Attenuation, audio and surrounding sound are three different things. Here is what you need to know to choose suitable hearing protection.

01 / ATTENUATION

Less noise, more comfortable working

From machinery to tools, the workplace can expose you to a lot of noise. PerfectPro hearing protection helps attenuate this noise so you can work more comfortably.

The SNR value indicates how much a hearing protector attenuates sound under test conditions. Our models offer 29 to 34 dB SNR. Choose the model that suits your working environment and fits your ears comfortably.

02 / AUDIO

Your music. With hearing protection.

With the H-10, H-30 and H-40, you combine hearing protection with your favourite music and hands-free calls. The H-40 also offers DAB+ and FM radio, so you can listen to your favourite station without a phone.

These models have an audio limit of 82 dB(A) for reproduced sound. This lets you enjoy audio while wearing hearing protection. Use the volume and connections as instructed in the manual.

03 / FIT

A proper fit. Comfortable working.

Good hearing protection starts with a comfortable fit. Choose ear defenders that seal around your ears or compact earplugs that fit securely in your ears.

Want straightforward hearing protection without audio or charging? The H-5 with SNR 34 dB provides a practical solution. Prefer music, calls or radio as well? Choose the H-10, H-30 or H-40.

Noise cancellation does not replace hearing protection

Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) uses electronics and anti-noise to reduce surrounding sound. It may sound quieter, but ordinary ANC headphones or earbuds do not thereby become hearing protection for a construction site. ANC alone does not provide reliable protection, particularly against sudden, loud sounds.

For workplace noise, choose a product tested as a hearing protector, with verified attenuation values. ANC may be part of such a product, but a “noise cancelling” label alone does not demonstrate this. Active Listening on the H-10 serves a different purpose: making surrounding sounds and speech audible while you wear the hearing protector.

EXTRA ON THE H-10

Active Listening: keep hearing your surroundings

The H-10 features Active Listening. This electronic ambient listening function helps you perceive speech and sounds around you while wearing the earplugs. It allows you to stay in touch with your surroundings without removing the earplugs for every conversation.

The manual describes an ambient mode and a mode for clearer speech, among other settings. Select the listening mode that suits your situation. Active Listening differs from Bluetooth: Bluetooth transmits audio from your phone; Active Listening concerns sounds in your immediate surroundings.

The function does not replace correct fit or the required attenuation. Before work, check that it operates correctly and that important signals remain sufficiently audible. No listening mode guarantees that you will hear every warning.

Explore the H-10 with Active Listening →

Correct use makes the difference

Fit & other protective equipment

Choose the correct earplug size and insert the plugs as instructed in the manual. Ear cushions must seal all the way around. Hair, thick spectacle arms or straps from other protective equipment can cause sound leaks. Check compatibility with your glasses, helmet and mask.

Wear throughout the noise exposure

Put hearing protection on before exposure starts and keep it on throughout the noisy period. Choose a comfortable model that you can wear consistently. Move to a quiet area before removing your protection.

Clean & inspect

Regularly check earplugs, seals, ear cushions and the headband for wear or damage. Clean and replace parts as instructed in the manual. Store hearing protection clean and dry; a worn or distorted seal may provide less protection.

When is hearing protection required at work?

In the Netherlands, an employer must provide hearing protection when daily noise exposure exceeds 80 dB(A). Above an average daily exposure of 85 dB(A), employees must wear it. This concerns exposure over the working day, rather than a single brief measurement. Loud peak sounds also need attention.

Start by reducing noise at its source and assess the workplace through a risk assessment (known as RI&E in the Netherlands). If in doubt, ask a competent professional to assess noise exposure and the protection required. Follow the regulations applicable in your country.

Sources & manuals

General information based on Arboportaal: hearing protection and HSE: selecting and using hearing protection. For the difference from noise cancellation: NIOSH: hearing protection and OSHA: noise-cancelling headphones. Always consult your model’s manual for operation, attenuation, connections and safety instructions:

H-10 manual (PDF) · H-30 manual (PDF) · H-40 manual (PDF)