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PROTECT YOUR HEARING AT WORK! EAR PROTECTION
WEAR EAR PROTECTION STANDARD INFORMATION

People should wear a hearing protector if the noise or sound • ANSI S3.19-1974
level at the workplace exceeds 85 decibels (A-weighted) or dB(A). ANSI S3.19-1974 is the current testing requirement for hearing
Hearing protectors reduce the noise exposure level and the risk protective device labeling. 10 human subjects are required for
of hearing loss. hearing protector evaluations using 9 test frequencies. The Noise
Reduction Rating (NRR) is calculated from these data.
If you must SHOUT to be understood over background noise
when one arm’s length away from a person - The background • CE
noise is HAZARDOUS. After 30 June 1995, all PPE placed on the market in EU Member
States was required to comply with the requirements of Directive
You should wear hearing protectors them when you are 89/686/EEC and carry the CE Marking
using power tools, noisy yard equipment, or firearms. Hearing
protection devices decrease the intensity of sound that reaches • EN 352
your eardrum. Particular requirement in relation to the ability of hearing
protectors to reduce noise below daily limit levels by requiring
Our Ear Protection range gives noise reduction and manage its sound attenuation that is measured in accordance with EN
sound through technology advanced features with combination 24869-1.
of performance and comfort. We developed a range of earmuffs
and earplugs with different product features and attenuation This standard is made in several parts for the safety and testing
levels targeted to the demands of different users of different on the different types of individual noise protectors:
environments. - EN 352-1 : Earmuffs
- EN 352-2 : Earplugs
Hearing protection devices are vital in ensuring that employees - EN 352-3 : Helmet mounted earmuffs
have a safe work environment. We are committed to provide top - EN 352-4 : Level-dependent earmuffs
quality, durable and effective hearing protection equipments - EN 352-8 : Earmuffs with entertainment radio
to our customers. Our range of ear plugs and ear muffs are
developed to meet wide range of applications.

WHY CHOOSE FT EAR PROTECTION
PRODUCTS?

• Easy to Use
• Comfortable QUALITY FUNCTIONAL
• Functional
• Non-irritating
• Optimum Protection
• Lightweight OPTIMUM
• Outstanding seal PROTECTION
• Wide range of applications
• Conforms to international standards
DURABLE LIGHTWEIGHT
IDEAL APPLICATIONS

Aviation Oil and Gas Rig Drilling Construction Metal, Steel Infrastructure Retail and Automotive Railway
and Mining Manufacturing

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