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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT |
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Hearing Protection |
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Earmuffs need to make a perfect seal around the ear to be effective. Glasses,
long sideburns, long hair, and facial movements – such as chewing – can reduce
protection. Special equipment is available for use with glasses or beards. For extremely noisy situations, earplugs should be worn in addition to earmuffs. When used together, earplugs and earmuffs change the nature of sounds. All sounds are reduced including one's own voice, but other voices or warning devices are easier to hear. For more specific information on a hearing conservation program, see OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.95 - Occupational Noise Exposure. |
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