EN 352 hearing protection standards with industrial earmuffs earplugs and helmet-mounted earmuffs

EN 352 Hearing Protection Standards

EN 352 is a European standards series for hearing protectors, covering products such as earmuffs, earplugs and earmuffs attached to head or face protection devices. Safeyear hearing protection products are tested and certified to applicable EN 352 requirements under the EU PPE framework.

What Is EN 352?

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EN 352 is a series of European standards for hearing protection against occupational noise. EN 352-1 covers earmuffs, EN 352-2 earplugs, and EN 352-3 earmuffs attached to helmets or other head protection.


In the EU, hearing protectors are Category III PPE under Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Buyers should verify the applicable EN 352 standard, certified product model, attenuation data and conformity documentation.
EN 352 hearing protection standards for earmuffs earplugs and helmet-mounted earmuffs
EN 352-1 vs EN 352-2 vs EN 352-3
StandardHearing ProtectorTypeSafeyear ExamplesTypical Configuration
EN 352-1:2020EarmuffsEM-5002/ FM-1B/EM-5003Over-the-head earmuffs
EN 352-2EarplugsEC-1001A/EC-1001A-CUncorded / corded foam earplugs
EN 352-3:2020Attached EarmuffsE-2008DEarmuffs attached to compatiblehead protection

In simple terms, EN 352-1 applies to earmuffs, EN 352-2 to earplugs, and EN 352-3 to earmuffs attached to compatible head or face protection devices.

Understanding SNR and H/M/L
ProductTypeStandardSNRH M L
EM-5002EarmuffEN 352-1:20203335 32 23
FM-1BEarmuffEN 352-1:20203135 29 20
EM-5003EarmuffEN 352-1:20202936 26 18
E-2008DAttached EarmuffEN 352-3:20203032 29 21
EC-1001AEarplugEN 352-2:20203837 36 32
EC-1001A-CEarplugEN 352-2:202038373632
A higher SNR does not automatically mean a hearing protector is the best choice for every workplace. Actual protection also depends on noise exposure, correct fit, consistent wear and compatibility with other PPE.

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EN 352 Certified Hearing Protection FAQ

1.What is the difference between EN 352-1, EN 352-2 and EN 352-3?

EN 352-1 applies to earmuffs, EN 352-2 to earplugs, and EN 352-3 to earmuffs attached to compatible head or face protection devices.

2.Is EN 352 the same as CE certification?

3.What does SNR mean on hearing protection?

4.Does a higher SNR always mean better hearing protection?

5.Can EN 352-3 earmuffs be used with any safety helmet?

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