Non-Compliance with new EC Noise legislation could result in some unpleasant surprises


Under New EC noise legislation employers must provide suitable hearing protection where noise exceeds 80dB(A), all EU member states must comply with the new directive by February 2006. Continued exposure to noise above 80dB(A) could cause permanent hearing damage. Many employees not affected under previous legislation will now have to be considered. For example people working in light industry, utility workers, bar staff and public service employees may now be exposed and must be provided with adequate protection.

OPTIME ALERT SYSTEM

Our new easy to follow colour coded system can simply aid you with the correct selection of hearing protection for your noise levels.
RNR*
< 85 dB(A)
 RNR*
83dB - 93dB(A)
 RNR*
87dB - 98dB(A)
RNR*
94dB - 105dB(A)
RNR*
95dB - 110dB(A)

Simply choose the icon above that corresponds with your noise level and select the Peltor or E.A.R product with a matching symbol.


*Recommended Noise Rating.                                                                                                                                       Please note: at levels above 95dB, You will need to get an accurate noise assessment to correctly select the product. Green and Yellow marked products are not suitable for use in low frequency noise environments.