Protection

1 Protection3M Occupational Health & Environmental Safety DivisionCatalogue for hearing Protection ProductsHearing23M, 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 , 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, expertise, quality and service excellence. With our global technology, manufacturing and knowledge network we do more than simply develop products that help your workforce to operate in safety and comfort.

2 The advanced engineering and technology inherent with the 3M , Peltor and E-A-R Brands fit with the high standard of quality and innovation of a continuously evolving range of product solutions that you, our customers, come to expect from 3M. Take your safety personallyIntroductionProtection all the wayOur mission is to help protect people at work, at home, for believe that health and safety is the priority in any working environment and that greater comfort improves worker Protection , resulting in enhanced productivity and safety compliance. In addition to protecting people, our ambition is to protect the environment as well. It is, therefore, our declared goal to develop and use safe products that have the least possible impact on people, the environment and the lasting innovationsTo deliver on our commitment requires a culture of accountability, customer inspired innovation, knowledge and expertise, fuelled by a deep understanding of our customer needs.

3 The 3M , Peltor and E-A-R Brands, trusted as leaders in hearing Protection , together with the 3M Brand offer a comprehensive line of earplugs, banded earplugs and earmuffs. The products provide optimal fit capability with other personal Protection equipment. Working together3M is more than just products. We work closely with distributors, safety professionals and companies to protect employees exposed to hazardous environments. With offices around the world, 3M can help our customers succeed in safetyMany renowned companies have chosen Peltor Products for optimum safety at work. With customised printing, embossing and other solutions, our products can also help enhance the value of your Ultrafit 14 Earplugs - SNR 14dBE-A-R E-A-Rflex 14 Earplugs - SNR 14dB2228 RNR* < 85dB(A) hearing Protection is not compulsory but is made available to workers for their comfort and Protection 83 dB(A) - 93 dB(A)You are above the level, hearing Protection is dB(A) - 98 dB(A)You are above the level, hearing Protection is for high frequency - 105dB(A)You are above the level, hearing Protection is for high and mediumfrequency dB(A) - 110 dB(A)You are above the level, hearing Protection is for all NOTE.

4 At levels above 95dB(A) you will need an accurate noise assesment to correctly select the product. Green and Yellow marked products are not suitable for use in low frequency Optime ALERT SYSTEMYELLOW Optime ALERT SYSTEMRED 1 Optime ALERTRED 2 Optime ALERT SYSTEMRED 3 Optime ALERT SYSTEME-A-R E-A-Rsoft 21 Earplugs - SNR 21dBE-A-R Ultrafit 20 Earplugs - SNR 20dBE-A-R ClearE-A-R 20 Earplugs - SNR 20dBE-A-R Tracer 20 Earplugs - SNR 20dBE-A-R Ultratech Earplugs - SNR 21dBE-A-R E-A-Rflex 20 Earplugs - SNR 20dBE-A-R E-A-Rband Earplugs - SNR 21dBE-A-R Caboflex Earplugs - SNR 21dB102223242829 E-A-R Classic Earplugs - SNR 28dBE-A-R Express Earplugs - SNR 28dB3M 1261/1271 Earplugs - SNR 25dBE-A-R E-A-Rcaps Earplugs - SNR 23dbBE-A-R Flexicap Earplugs - SNR 23dB3M Pulsar Earplugs

5 - SNR 23dBE-A-R Reflex Earplugs - SNR 26dB3M 1310 Earplugs - SNR 26dBUltra 9000 Earmuffs - SNR 22dBE-A-R Model 5000 Earmuffs - SNR 27dBPeltor Optime | Earmuff - SNR 26/27/28dB (depending on the version)Peltor Bulls eye | Earmuff - SNR 27dBPeltor H 31 Earmuff - SNR 27/28 dB (depending on the version)1018243031323435 3637E-A-R Classic Corded Earplugs - SNR 29dBE-A-R Pro-Seals Earplugs - SNR 29dB3M Torque Earplugs - SNR 32dBE-A-R Tri-Flange Earplugs - SNR 29dBE-A-R Tracers Earplugs - SNR 32dBE-A-R Ultrafit Earplugs - SNR 32dBPeltor Optime I| Earmuff - SNR 30/31dB (depending on the version)Peltor Push to Listen Earmuff - SNR 29/31dB (depending on the version)Peltor Bulls eye I| Earmuff - SNR 31dB111819252638 39 40E-A-R Classic Soft Earplugs - SNR 36dBE-A-R Superfit 33 Earplugs - SNR 33dBE-A-R Superfit 36 Earplugs - SNR 36dB3M 1120/1130 Earplugs - SNR 34dBE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Neons Earplugs - SNR 36dBE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Blasts Earplugs - SNR 36dBE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Metal Detectable Earplugs - SNR 36dB3M Solar Earplugs - SNR 36dB3M 1100/1110 Earplugs - SNR 37dBE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Fx Earplugs - SNR 39dB3M No-touch Earplugs - SNR 35dBE-A-R Push-ins Earplugs - SNR 38dBE-A-R Ultrafit X Earplugs - SNR 35dBPeltor Optime I|| Earmuff - SNR 34/35 dB (depending on the version)

6 Peltor Bulls eye I|| Earmuff- SNR 35dB111213141519202641 42(*RNR = Recommended Noise Rating)E-A-R Express Earplugs - Pro-Seals EarplugsE-A-R Torque Earplugs- No-Touch EarplugsE-A-R Push-Ins Earplugs181920E-A-R E-A-Rsoft 21 Earplugs - Classic EarplugsE-A-R Classic Corded Earplugs - Classic Soft EarplugsE-A-R Superfit 33/36 Earplugs - 3M 1120/1130 EarplugsE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Yellow Neons Earplugs - E-A-Rsoft Blasts EarplugsE-A-R E-A-Rsoft Metal Detectable Earplugs - 3M Solar Earplugs3M 1100/1110 - E-A-R E-A-Rsoft Fx EarplugsOne-Touch Dispenser - 3M 1100/1120 Ear Plug Dispenser10111213 141516 New EC Noise RegulationsOptime Alert System - Sound Check MeterE-A-Rfit Validation SystemE-A-Rfit Validation SystemProducts By Attenuation45678 Contents: Product by typeContents.

7 Product by attenuation3M Roll down earplugs3M Pre moulded earplugs3M Banded earplugs3M Earmuffs3M Pod earplugsE-A-R Ultrafit 14 Earplugs - Ultrafit 20 EarplugsE-A-R ClearE-A-R 20 Earplugs - Tracers 20 EarplugsE-A-R Ultratech Earplugs - 3M 1261/1271 EarplugsE-A-R Tri-Flange Earplugs - Tracers EarplugsE-A-R Ultrafit Earplugs - Ultrafit X Earplugs222324 2526E-A-R E-A-Rflex 14 Earplugs - E-A-Rflex 20 EarplugsE-A-R E-A-Rband Earplugs - Caboflex EarplugsE-A-R E-A-Rcaps Earplugs - Flexicap Earplugs3M Pulsar Earplugs - E-A-R Reflex Earplugs3M 1310 Earplugs28293031323M Ultra 9000 - Model 5000 EarmuffsPeltor Optime I EarmuffPeltor Bulls eye I EarmuffPeltor H31 EarmuffPeltor Optime I| EarmuffPeltor Push to Listen EarmuffPeltor Bulls eye I| EarmuffPeltor Optime I|| EarmuffPeltor Bulls eye III Earmuff343536373839404142 hearing Protection Use And CareCross Section Of Ear - Damage To HearingEasy To Damage Easy To ProtectNoise DirectiveEducational Aids - Helmet OptionsAttenuation TablesAttenuation TablesAttenuation Tables4344454647484950 Technical informationContents4EC Noise LegislationUnder 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.

8 Continued exposure to noise above 80dB(A) may 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 the correct hearing Protection for your needs can be difficult; the hearing protectors should neither over nor under protect the user. With this in mind 3M has an easy to use selection sytem for E-A-R and Peltor products that aids the correct selection of hearing Protection appropriate to the noise system uses a simple, logically coloured classification to make theselection process easy.

9 It has its roots in the highly appreciated markingused on the Peltor Optime range. The difference is that it is wider, covering more noise will need to get a more accuratenoise 95dB(A)Products marked with this icon aresuitable at this noise 87dB(A)Products marked with these icons are suitable at this noise 87 - 93dB(A)Products marked with this icon aresuitable at this noise 83 - 93dB(A)Products marked with these icons are suitable at this noise 83 - 85dB(A)Products marked with this icon aresuitable at this noise 80 - 85dB(A)Measure the noise levelThere are several ways of doing this: you may already know whatyour noise level is, you could get a detailed noise assessment or usethe Optime Alert System - Sound Check to establish your noise you could use the Sound Check.

10 Simply deploy the meter at the employees work station and let it sit until the coloured display has stabilised, this then indicates the average noise level in that by step guide to using the Optime Alert System and Sound Check (A)14013713590878580--------------Old RegulationsNew RegulationsOld Regulations Vs New Regulations Comparison ChartPeak level at Limit ValuePeak Action LevelPeak level at UpperExposure Action ValueSecond Action LevelHPE must be provided by employer & the use of HPE strictly enforced at or above the Second Action LevelPeak level at LowerExposure Action ValueNew Limit Value at ear. Can be achieved with HPUpper Exposure Action Value HPE must be used wheresound level exceeds theHigher Action Value.