3M Occupational Health & Environmental Safety Division Catalogue for Hearing Protection Products

Introduction Take your safety personally 3M, the world’s leader in safety and protective equipment, is proud to have the Peltor™ and E-A-R™ Brand range as part of its product offering. 3M™, Peltor™ and E-A-R™ Hearing Protection for noisy and hazardous environments are renowned world leaders. With more than 50 years of experience, the Peltor™ and E-A-R™ together with the 3M Branded hearing portfolio promises superior quality products that provide an optimal balance of comfort and protection. It is our goal is to ensure that we satisfy your needs through the provision of exceptional leadership,...

Contents Contents: Product by type Contents: Product by attenuation GREEN Optime™ ALERT SYSTEM 22 Hearing protection is not compulsory but is made available to workers for their comfort and protection E-A-R™ Ultrafir 14 Earplugs - SNR 14dB E-A-R™ E-A-Rflex™ 14 Earplugs - SNR 14dB 4 New EC Noise Regulations 5 Optime™ Alert System - Sound Check Meter 6 E-A-Rfit™ Validation System 7 E-A-Rfit™ Validation System YELLOW Optime™ ALERT SYSTEM 10 83 dB(A) - 93 dB(A) 22 You are above the level,23 hearing protection is compulsory. You are above the level, hearing protection is compulsory. Ideal...

EC Noise Legislation Old Regulations Vs New Regulations Comparison Chart Old Regulations Peak Action Level Peak level at Limit Value Peak level at Upper Exposure Action Value Peak level at Lower Exposure Action Value Second Action Level HPE must be provided by employer & the use of HPE strictly enforced at or above the Second Action Level Under The Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005 noise legislation employers must provide suitable hearing protection where noise exceeds 80dB(A), all EU member states should have complied with the new directive as of February 2006. Continued exposure to...

Optime™ Alert System Our system uses a simple, logically coloured classification to make the selection process easy. Firstly find out what your noise level is, then look at the icons below and establish which noise band (RNR) your noise level falls into. Take note of the icon and choose from the wide range of products featuring the correct icon. You do not have to wear hearing protection, but make it available to your workers. You are above the permitted exposure level, hearing protection is compulsory. PLEASE NOTE: At levels above 95dB you will need an accurate noise assesment to correctly select...

E-A-Rfit™ System Wearers’ ear canal shapes are different hence fitting methods are different, resulting in different protection levels. To help you understand the individual protection needs of each wearer, use the new E-A-R™ Validation System by 3M. Innovative F-mire process is quick simple and accurate Unlike conventional tone response tests, E-A-RFit™ system is an F-MIRE (field-microphone-in-real-ear) test. Key features to this innovative system are: • ­ • ­ • ­ • ­ Exclusive Probed E-A-R™ Hearing Protectors Including a selection of foam and pre-moulded products (see bottom of page). Dual...

Real Fit = Real Results The subject fits their own protector for actual on the job readings. The technician then connects the microphone to the hearing protector’s tube, leaving the other microphone exposed so that noise levels are measured inside and outside the ear. Personal Attenuation Rating (PAR) For Each Worker In Minutes It only takes eight seconds to obtain data at seven standard (125Hz to 8000Hz) frequencies. You’ll know the level of protection each worker receives from each tested protector. Data Is Documented For Future Reference Each worker’s personal attenuation rating (PAR) results...

Roll Down Roll down earplugs, made from expandable slow-recovery foam, provide the best combination of comfort and protection for most users. Once in the ear, foam plugs expand to provide a snug and secure custom fit. 3M provide a wide range of disposable roll down PU earplugs to choose from to help you find the best solution for your individual needs.

3M™ Roll Down Earplugs E-A-R™ E-A-Rsoft™ 21 Earplugs For noise levels up to 93dB(A) the E-A-Rsoft™ 21 Earplug is the ideal disposable hearing protector. It provides the correct hearing protection level whilst being easy to use. It simply pushes into the ear canal, requiring no roll down and helps ensure a correct fit. Available with cord Moisture Resistant Reusable Metal Detectable Slow recovery foam No roll down required E-A-R™ Classic™ Earplugs Available with cord E-A-R™ Classic Earplugs are made from a soft energy absorbing polymer foam which provides excellent hearing protection and all day...

E-A-R™ Classic™ Corded Earplugs E-A-R™ Classic Corded Earplugs offer all the benefits of the E-A-R™ Classic Earplug, with the addition of an easy-to-see blue vinyl cord. Available with cord ✓ Moisture Resistant ✓ Compatible with other PPE ✓ Reusable ✓ Metal Detectable X Slow recovery foam ✓ No roll down required X E-A-R™ Classic™ Soft™ Earplugs As the foam warms to the body temperature, it becomes softer and shapes to the individual's ear canal. This ‘shaping' allows the earplugs to form an excellent seal against noise, and as time goes on, the foam continues to soften for...

_3M™ Roll Down Earplugs E-A-R™ Super^it™ Earplugs E-A-R™ SuperFit™ Earplugs are the only earplug with the unique ‘fitting ring' to which identifies when the earplug is correctly fitted. When no orange colour is visible, the best fit is achieved. E-A-R™ SuperFit™ 36 Earplug is ideal for those looking for higher attenuation. E-A-R™ Superfit™ 33 Earplug is smaller in diameter and height to fit smaller ear canals, or those looking for slightly lower attenuation. Available with cord x Moisture Resistant ✓ Compatible with other PPE ✓ Reusable ✓ Metal Detectable x Slow recovery foam ✓...