More hearing protection
August 1st 2009 To help prevent workers suffering
from workplace hearing loss 3M has a
range of hearing products specifically
aimed at the manufacturing industry.
The Control of Noise at Work
Regulations 2005 (Noise Regulations
2005), state that workers must be
provided with hearing protection on
request when noise levels reach or
exceed 80dB(A). It is compulsory
when levels reach 85dB (A).
The most efficient and effective
way of controlling noise is by
protecting workers at source by
changing processes and reducing time
spent in noisy areas. If preventative
measures have been carried out but
noise is still a problem then selecting
the right hearing protection is critical.
Over the past year, through its
With the signing of a franchised
distribution agreement with Butler
Technologies, TDK-Lambda is
significantly extending its reach into
the Irish market.
Grip, performance, comfort, warmth
and safety are key elements for
outdoor workers this
coming winter, according
to safety footwear
specialist Jal Group.
Working outdoors in
the winter brings
inherent problems with
weather conditions
creating hazardous
underfoot environments
and increased likelihood of an
accident. Safety footwear that
combines water resistance, warmth,
rugged outdoor performance and
good slip resistance is essential.
Jal Group has a number of
solutions for outdoor applications
this winter including the Aimont
Trucker Vibram range, which
incorporates high performance
rubber Vibram sole. Its specially
designed sole pattern, with selfcleaning
cleats, means greater
channelling of fluids and
expulsion of debris, giving
greater grip even on the
most demanding
surfaces, whilst the
special shock absorber
insert and harder rubber gives
improved comfort with greater
support on the foot arch.
acquisition of Aearo Technologies,
3M has widened its hearing
protection product range to include
leading brands E-A-R and Peltor.
Along with the addition of these
brands, 3M has retained the hearing
conservation expertise and experience
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