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    Hearing protector fit-testing is a method that measures the degree of noise reduction obtained from an individual wearing a particular hearing protection...
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    electronic hearing protection devices, and semi-insert devices. The use of the HPD without individual selection, training and fit testing does not significantly...
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  • Fit testing may refer to: Fecal immunochemical testing Hearing protection fit-testing Respirator fit test This disambiguation page lists articles associated...
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    hearing protection devices can be tested to ensure that they fit properly and are successfully limiting sound exposure, which is called fit-testing....
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    Earplugs Muffs Noise-induced hearing loss Noise pollution Personal protective equipment Hearing protection fit testing Dielectric National Institute...
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    objectively measured through a hearing protection fit-testing system. The effectiveness of hearing protection varies with the training offered on their...
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    from noise Hearing aid Hearing loss Hearing protection fit testing Occupational hearing loss Ototoxicity Presbycusis Sensorineural hearing loss Tinnitus...
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    electronic hearing protection devices, and semi-insert devices. One can measure the personal attenuation rating through a hearing protection fit-testing system...
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    Audiometric testing is used to determine hearing sensitivity and is part of a hearing conservation program. This testing is part of the hearing conservation...
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    PPE to ensure proper protection. A personal attenuation rating can be objectively measured through a hearing protection fit-testing system.[citation needed]...
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    A hearing aid is a device designed to improve hearing by making sound audible to a person with hearing loss. Hearing aids are classified as medical devices...
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    child. Hearing loss is diagnosed when hearing testing finds that a person is unable to hear 25 decibels in at least one ear. Testing for poor hearing is recommended...
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    Active noise control Buy Quiet Engineering Controls Hearing protection device Hearing protection fit-testing Loud music Noise Abatement Society Noise reduction...
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    and tools; provides several alternatives of hearing protection devices and hearing protection fit-testing with accompanying individual, periodic training;...
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    The former affords a higher level of protection, but is less comfortable. Tight-fitting PAPRs require a fit test in hazardous workplace environments,...
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    use of hearing protection. But the HPD (without individual selection, training and fit testing) does not significantly reduce the risk of hearing loss....
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  • established the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Tribunal (PSDPT) to protect public servants by hearing reprisal complaints referred by the Public...
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    bulletproof vest. In 1561, Maximilian II, Holy Roman Emperor is recorded as testing his armour against gun-fire. Similarly, in 1590 Henry Lee of Ditchley expected...
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    standardized tests, but the extent of protection is not fully established by all standards bodies. The DOT standard does not require chin bar testing. The Snell...
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    Respiratory Protection (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus, Respirator) Head Protection (Helmet) Hearing Protection (Ear Plugs) Eye Protection (Safety Goggles...
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  • Lemon law (category Consumer protection law)
    into consumer protections and remedies for buyers of new motor vehicles". Queensland Parliament. Retrieved 31 May 2017. "Public Hearing - "Lemon Laws...
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    system), installation of the new fire protection system, modernization of the tank's integrated monitoring and testing equipment, the possibility of using...
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    ship owners fit concrete paving slabs in layers up to 6 inches (150 mm) thick to protect the vulnerable crew. The Admiralty had done no testing with armour-piercing...
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    (outside of respirators used for mining). Fit testing is a critical component to a respiratory protection program whenever workers use tight-fitting...
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    technology. However, the plan was changed to domestic development after hearing the refusal from Swiss firm. Engineers first tried chrome plating on the...
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    breathed air, they only provide partial protection from airborne diseases because of the typically loose fit between the mask edges and the wearer's face...
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    Safe listening (category Hearing)
    professionals can recommend appropriate hearing protection when necessary and provide information, training and fit-testing to ensure individuals are adequately...
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    legitimate expectations include an expectation to be consulted and to a fair hearing. A substantive legitimate expectation is formed where a representation...
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    offering autosomal DNA testing for ancestry, which all other major companies now use. Its saliva-based direct-to-consumer genetic testing business was named...
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  • actress Jennifer Love Hewitt, and was committed to a state hospital until fit to stand trial. After nearly a year in involuntary commitment and prison...
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