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Protect workers from harmful industrial noise

Hearing loss is a common but preventable occupational injury

April 6, 2022

Did you know that the CDC lists hearing loss as the third most common chronic physical condition among adults in the United States? It’s important to know that noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is the most common permanent but preventable occupational injury.

Examinetics becomes 3M Preferred Fit Test Service Provider in the United States

January 13, 2022

3M and Examinetics are excited to announce that Examinetics is now a 3M Preferred Fit Test Service Provider in the U.S. 3M and Examinetics are working together to emphasize the importance of respirator fit and to help increase the availability of high-quality fit testing for 3M’s occupational respirator customers.

Behind the Numbers: Hearing Protectors

Understanding Hearing Protector Attenuation Ratings and the Benefits of Fit-Testing

Laurie Wells, Au.D. Carly Engels Johnston

February 25, 2020

In most countries, hearing protectors are required by law to be tested and labeled in a specific way. The idea is that by using a standardized measurement method and a straightforward, one-number rating, it should help users decide which hearing protector to choose. However, it turns that one number often doesn’t tell the whole story.

Respirator Fit Testing and OSHA's Newly Modified CNC Protocols

December 5, 2019

In many of today's workplace environments, a respirator and a proper respirator fit test are critical components of the employee respiratory protection program.

OSHA explains facial hair and respirator fit policy

January 3, 2018

In a May, 2016 letter of interpretation, OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs answered this question: Question: If an employee with a neatly trimmed goatee is wearing a respirator and it does not interfere with the seal of the face piece or valve function, and has passed a fit test, does this meet the intent of the OSHA’s Respiratory Protection standard?

Nextteq offers patented all-in-one Irritant Smoke Generator

The VeriFit® Irritant Smoke Generator revolutionizes respirator fit testing

February 10, 2016

Nextteq’s VeriFit® Irritant Smoke Generator integrates all the necessary components of a traditional irritant smoke fit testing kit into one convenient device, and offers users cost and safety advantages compared to other qualitative fit test kits.

A NIOSH Science Blog post

One size does not fit all

September 18, 2015

When your safety and your life depend on it, you need your equipment to fit properly. This is especially true in the workplace. Improper fit may prevent workers from performing their job duties safely and effectively.