Earplugs for Military Personnel

Military personnel may encounter continuous, intermittent, and impulse noise, depending on role and environment.

Typical noise exposure for military personnel

Military environments can include:

• Vehicles and machinery

• Training exercises

• Weapons and impulse noise

• Long-duration exposure

What military personnel need from earplugs

Earplugs for military use should:

• Reduce high-risk noise

• Preserve situational awareness

• Fit comfortably with gear

• Support extended wear

Managing complex noise environments

Appropriate hearing protection supports long-term auditory health without compromising readiness.