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Originally Posted by shel90
I know what can solve this problem of soldiers of not wanting to wear the hearing protection...learn sign language and use it with each other while wearing the hearing protection devices. Seems simple, doesnt it?
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Verbal communication isn't the only problem; they need to be able to hear environmental sounds. Also, some of their communication isn't face-to-face but long distance, by radio. Sign language can't substitute for radio communications.
Since this article is about the Brits, I assume they would use BSL, not ASL.
Actually, Hubby and I do use sign language when we go to the shooting range. We always wear hearing protection (usually Micky Mouse ears) while shooting, so it's easy to communicate using signs.
