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Hearing conservation software

Complying with Mine Safety and Health Administration and OSHA hearing conservation regulations has never been easier, thanks to the easy-to-use design of the Solo Occupational DBMS software.




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Hearing protection

The DM line of universal music plugs may have been crafted for musicians, but all workers can benefit from this hearing protection.




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Foam earplug

This line of foam earplugs provides an effective single-use solution to combat noise-induced hearing loss. Tested in accordance with ANSI S3.19-1974 standards, these disposable earplugs feature soft, slow-recovery foam.




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Hearing protection/communication system

Adapted from combat-proven technology, the QUIETPRO intelligent hearing protection and communication system provides smart personal hearing protection, digitally enhanced speech communication and clear radio communication.




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Noise dosimeter

The CEL-350 dBadge Micro Noise Dosimeter is a compact safety tool designed to measure the noise exposure of an employee over the workday to uncover dangerous areas and ensure compliance with strict OSHA, NIOSH or ISO regulations.




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Customizable earplugs

With a unique curved-stem design, Glide Earplugs allow workers to find their custom fit.




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Electronic earplugs

Shothunt Electronic Earplugs’ P2i Aridion nanotechnology provides total protection for the electronic components against water, moisture, sweat and other corrosive elements.




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Headset for high-noise environments

The SM1R Industrial Headset was designed specifically to enhance two-way radio communication in high-noise environments.




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Noise-isolating headset

The HD•3 High-Definition, Noise-Isolating Headset combines HD•5 Safety Earphones with an in-line microphone for communication by smartphone.




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Hearing conservation app

Honeywell’s Howard Leight Hearing Conservation Toolbox Mobile Application for iPad is an easily accessible point-of-use resource of interactive tools and educational materials for safety managers to use in support of workplace hearing safety programs.




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Push-in foam earplugs

TrustFit Pod Push-In Foam Earplugs provide workers with properly fitting earplugs to protect against noise-induced hearing loss.




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Intrinsically safe personal noise dosimeter

The dBadge2 Personal Noise Dosimeter has gained intrinsic safety certification for use in industries that operate in highly explosive environments, including oil and gas, chemical, and other sectors.




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Electronic hearing protection

Universal-fit MiniCanal units use state-of-the-art digital technology to effectively suppress loud sounds while providing situational awareness for important ambient sounds, including conversation.




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Earplug fit-test software update

Earplug fit-test software VeriPRO 4.0 has been updated. Using a simple test administered under headphones, VeriPRO helps employers determine proper fit and aids in the selection of hearing protection.




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In-ear hearing protection

The smartPlug R is an in-ear hearing protection solution built specifically to enhance two-way radio communications in high-noise environments.




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Hearing protection

ISOtunes PRO is an ANSI-certified 27 dB Noise Reduction Rating hearing protector that features 10 hours of music playback and talk time, 240-hour standby time, and aptX high-definition audio playback.




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Sound-adjustable earplugs

The Fader Plug is an adjustable mechanical earplug that gives users control over how much sound enters their ear with the simple turn of an attenuator.




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Bluetooth-enabled earmuff

The Sena Tufftalk Bluetooth Integrated Earmuff offers protection from harmful noise, while the ambient mode feature allows users to amplify external sounds – generating a greater sense of awareness so important alarms or calls can be heard while hearing remains protected.




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Hearing solution

The VeriShield Smart Hearing Solution combines cloud-based software and connected, protective headsets to monitor sound in real time.




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Disposable earplugs

This comprehensive lineup of disposable earplugs features 14 new products that include corded, uncorded and metal-detectable styles.




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Bluetooth earmuffs, earplugs

The new ISOtunes LINK and ISOtunes XTRA 2.0 maintain ISOtunes’ SafeMax Technology while introducing enhancements in design and functionality.




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Hearing protection

Banded Ear Plugs feature an adaptable design for three-point wear, allowing users to set the band above their head, below their chin or behind their neck.




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Nitrile-coated glove

The Solva-Gard Therma-Gard is a heat- and chemical-resistant nitrile-coated glove. It provides ANSI/ISEA 105 Level A2 cut-resistance protection, and ANSI/ISEA 105 Level 3 conductive heat resistance protection.




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Hearing protection

ISOtunes’ PRO Aware and LINK Aware (shown) feature Aware Technology, which uses omni-
directional microphones that allow users to safely listen to the workplace around them while blocking out harmful levels of sound.




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Headphones

ISOtunes LITE is a Bluetooth earbud with a lightweight design and easy-to-use functionality. It’s designed with ISOtunes’ TRILOGY Universal ear tips that offer an NRR of 26 decibels with secure-fit ear fins. LITE also features multifunction magnetic earbuds that help the band stay around your neck when the ear tips aren’t in use.




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Safe listening app and online tool

The ATLAS Resonate App and Online Tool are designed for safe listening of environmental and audio streaming (headphone) sources. The app provides instant, color-coded noise exposures vs. safe listen times and daily/weekly total exposures vs. safe listen dose.




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Hearing protection

The Comm-Set communication headset can connect up to 15 users via wireless mesh technology within a two-mile range. Eight different channels enable a seamless coexistence of multiple intercom networks within the same terrain.




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Hearing protection

For professionals who work with power tools, power equipment and heavy machinery, ISOtunes LINK 2.0 is a Bluetooth earmuff that offers over-ear noise isolation and durability. It has an NRR of 25 dB. Complete with microphone background noise reduction, LINK 2.0 allows workers to communicate clearly while working in high-noise environments.




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Hearing protection

The SoundGear Phantom product line is a custom Bluetooth-compatible and rechargeable hearing aid and hearing protection device. The product automatically protects the user’s ears from loud sounds, suppressing noise at 90 decibels, while simultaneously allowing the user to easily hear conversations and other environmental sounds.




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Noise-filtering earbuds

FREE 2.0 earbuds filter damaging noise levels while allowing users to listen to music and take phone calls without removing the earbuds.




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Cap mount earmuff

The Radians DCMT25-BX passive dielectric earmuff has padded earcups and features metal-free construction, so it’s ideal for use around electrical hazards.




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Hearing protection

FREE 2.0 earbuds filter damaging noise levels while allowing users to listen to music and take phone calls without removing the earbuds.




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Bluetooth hearing protection

The Air Defender AM/FM has a noise reduction rating of 24 decibels and is IPX4-rated for water/sweat resistance. It has a foam headband, ear cushions, and an auxiliary cable to plug into smartphones or other devices.




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Custom earbud and communication sleeves

Chameleon Ears PRO Custom Earbud Sleeves are supersoft hydrophobic silicone sleeves that improve comfort and sound while eliminating the danger of losing an earpiece.




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Hearing protection

REDLITHIUM USB Bluetooth Jobsite Ear Buds deliver noise reduction ratings between 22 decibels (for silicone) and 25 decibels (for foam). The earbuds also feature a Jobsite Aware Mode that senses external noise and reduces volume until loud sounds reach a designated listening level.




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Eco-conscious hearing protection

BioSoft Ear Plugs are the world’s first sustainable bio-based earplugs. The foam material is engineered to minimize emissions during manufacturing, ensuring a more sustainable production process.




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Helmet mount

Link 2.0 features a helmet-mounted earmuff that offers users a boom mic attachment for taking clear calls in loud work environments. The helmet mount has a 25 decibel noise reduction rating, is ANSI certified, and is OSHA and NIOSH compliant.




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Overexertion tops list of disabling work injuries for third straight year: report

Hopkinton, MA – “Overexertion involving outside sources” was the leading cause of disabling injuries in the United States in 2014 for the third consecutive year, according to the Liberty Mutual Workplace Safety Index, an annual ranking of serious, nonfatal workplace injuries based on direct workers’ compensation costs.




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Doctors’ assessments for determining worker disability vary widely, study finds

Basel, Switzerland – Health care professionals’ judgment varies significantly when they conduct medical evaluations to determine whether workers should receive disability benefits for an injury or illness, and standards are needed to improve the process, according to researchers from the University of Basel.




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Texas workers’ compensation letters now easier to read

Austin, TX – Shorter words and sentences, clearer headings, and less jargon are among the changes the Texas Department of Insurance Division of Workers’ Compensation has made to its form letters for injured employees.




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Work-related hospitalizations in Michigan up again in 2016

East Lansing, MI — Work-related injuries requiring hospitalization increased for the third straight year in Michigan, recent data from Michigan State University shows.




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Texas insurance division creates video series to make workers’ comp easier to understand

Austin, TX — The Texas Department of Insurance’s Division of Workers’ Compensation has produced a series of educational videos intended to simplify the subject of workers’ comp for employees.




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Indiana lawmaker introduces bill to increase penalties for worker deaths

Indianapolis — Indiana Rep. Martin Carbaugh (R-Fort Wayne) has introduced legislation that would dramatically increase maximum fines for on-the-job fatalities.




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Which injured workers are more likely to receive opioid prescriptions? Study explores

Cambridge, MA — Injured workers who are older, employed by organizations with smaller payrolls and in counties where more people have health insurance are more likely to receive opioid prescriptions, according to a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute.




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Study explores use of medical treatment guidelines in workers’ comp systems

Cambridge, MA — More than half of U.S. states have not adopted medical treatment guidelines for workers’ compensation cases, a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute shows.




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Workers and opioids: A snapshot

Using recent data and analysis from NIOSH, the Workers Compensation Research Institute and other organizations, Safety+Health presents an infographic showing the impact of the opioid crisis on the workplace.




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Massachusetts releases analysis of workers’ comp claims

Boston — Injury and illness prevention efforts are most needed in Massachusetts’ transportation and warehousing industry, results of a recent analysis of workers’ compensation claims show.




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Early physical therapy may lead to better outcomes for workers with low back injuries: study

Cambridge, MA — Beginning physical therapy days, rather than weeks, after suffering a low back injury is associated with better outcomes, according to the results of a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute.




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Study identifies predictors of longer-term opioid use among injured workers

Cambridge, MA — Workers who receive larger quantities of opioids shortly after an injury, as well as those who are prescribed higher doses, are at increased risk of longer-term opioid use, according to a recent study from the Workers Compensation Research Institute.




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‘Much more must be done’: Report criticizes New York state’s workers’ comp system amid pandemic

New York — Fewer than 10% of the estimated 250,000 employees who contracted COVID-19 while on the job last year in New York state filed for workers’ compensation benefits, and fewer than 1% have received a hearing, according to a recent report from the New York Committee for Occupational Safety and Health.