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Hearing Protector Attenuation Ratings and the Benefits of Fit-Testing

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.


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Respirator Fit Testing and OSHA's Newly Modified CNC Protocols

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.


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OSHA

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?
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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.
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NIOSH
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.


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Software update

Software update by OHD, Inc

October 2, 2014
OHD, Inc. has released FitTrackGold™, version 2.0.4.2. FitTrack Gold is software used to operate the OHD Quantifit® respirator fit tester.


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Fit testing software

Fit testing software by TSI, Inc.

September 3, 2014
TSI Incorporated has introduced FitPro+™ Fit Test Software for the PortaCount® Respirator Fit Tester.


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FitTrack Gold

FitTrack Gold by OHD, Inc

September 3, 2014
OHD, Inc. has released FitTrackGold™, version 2.0.4.2. FitTrack Gold is software used to operate the OHD Quantifit® respirator fit tester.


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Respiratory protection

Respiratory protection FAQs: OSHA answers common compliance questions

August 1, 2014
According to OSHA, an estimated five million workers are required to wear respirators in 1.3 million workplaces throughout the U.S.


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Fit testing software

Fit testing software by TSI Incorporated

May 1, 2014
The new software is designed for expanded use and ultimate efficiency in respirator fit testing while maintaining the ability to provide the same trusted real-time results.


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