Event Communication Services News: Two Way Radio News

To Ear or not to Ear

It is becoming more and more evident that overexposure to loud noise can definitely damage hearing, and if the structures in the ear are damaged, one can suffer "permanent and irreversible hearing loss" that could manifest itself many years after exposure.

A recently published report warns us that even simple activities that we enjoy can damage our hearing because they involve loud noise--listening to music; watching fireworks and even riding motorcycles.

The article listed the most prevalent cause of hearing loss related to noise: "boom cars," (loud car stereos); live concerts; fireworks; guns; heavy equipment and workplace noise (manufacturing, etc.).

The article said that shouting to be heard and pain or ringing in the ears are all signs of hearing damage, and the article cautions those who believe they've become accustomed to loud noise because they could already have incurred hearing loss and simply don't know it.

Under New EC noise legislation employers must provide suitable hearing protection where noise exceeds 80dB(A), all EU member states must comply with the new directive by February 2006. Continued exposure to noise above 80dB(A) could cause permanent hearing damage. Many employees not affected under previous legislation will now have to be considered. For example people working in light industry, utility workers, bar staff and public service employees may now be exposed and must be provided with adequate protection

ECS have, in the last few years, actively promoted ear protection when using our equipment. Many of the Festivals, sporting events, firework displays and concerts that ECS supply communications to have a very high level of noise at their peak.

The introduction of the Sordin ear protection range, 6 years ago, to the ECS fleet has undoubtedly reduced the risk of ear damage to our customers using them in noisy environments. Our most popular model, the Sordin CC Cut off, has the ability to automatically protect hearing from harmful noise whilst reproducing ambient sounds, thereby removing the isolation normally inherent with passive headsets.

Our Sales manager, Simon Brown, has seen the Sordin range grow in popularity in recent years “The quality of the Sordin headsets has always been key to their success in the past and continues to improve, we (ECS) have supplied headsets to all types of events and will be gearing ourselves for a busy November where we will again be providing ear protection across the country at many Firework events”

To request more information on the Sordin range for hire or purchase click here

Posted on Sep 19, 2006 | Permalink | Comments (0)

Motorola Launch Digital Radio

The Big M has come up with Europe’s first license free digital two-way radio the Motorola DTR2430(TM) and the Motorola DTR2450(TM). These radios will not only offer cellular like features but also has the ability to make both one-to-one and one-to-many calls, without the commitment of monthly fees or contracts.

These radios will definitely receive kudos from consumers and expert reviewers alike, who are certainly going to be impressed by their reception, range and features. They offer enhanced coverage and short messaging service as well as long battery life. In addition, 500 Mw of full power, voice-activation (VOX) capability, and synthesized voice verification of some functions make them even better. Moreover, radios' design are superb including a "push to talk" button that's easy for kids to use and a range of colors including cobalt blue, camouflage and bright yellow.

The two radios are more or less similar in features, but the DTR2450(TM) is ideal for managers and decision makers as it offers the ability to monitor, manage and programme their teams' radios.

Posted on Jul 26, 2006 | Permalink | Comments (0)

Two way radio to the rescue!

A disabled farmer is lucky to be alive after flames engulfed his remote cottage home in Cornwall. Firefighters battled the blaze after the man called for help using his two way radio. The elderly occupant, who uses the walkie talkie to stay in contact with workers in his fields, suffers from mobility problems and was confined to his chair. With no other means by which to raise the alarm, it was later conceeded by firefighters that his two way radio "undoubtedly saved his life."