Are you Aware Of Arc Flash Hearing Protection?
Your safety program has to include requirements for ensuring proper hearing protection is required for arc flash protection.
When considering the correct ppe for arc flash protection did you know that the NFPA 70E 2015 standard requires workers in an arc flash hazard zone to wear insert-type hearing protection (ear plugs)? This is a subject that may not have received enough consideration in the past but is well worth reviewing.
OH&S has provided an informative article that I think you will be interested in reading at the following webpage.
https://ohsonline.com/Articles/2015/09/01/Arc-Flash-Hearing-Protection.aspx?Page=1
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Terry Smeader
Owner at Safety Protection Warehouse
Distributor of Nomex, Flame Resistant Safety Clothing and Arc Flash Protection.
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Tags: arc flash protection, ear plugs, hearing protection, NFPA 70E
