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News Release from: Sperian Hearing Protection | Subject: VeriPRO
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 18 June 2008
VeriPRO earplug attenuation verification
software
VeriPRO allows safety managers to get an accurate real-world picture of how effective the hearing protection is for each employee, by on-site testing using a special web-based programme
Sperian Hearing Protection has launched a special microsite to host the new VeriPRO earplug field verification software: utilising this sophisticated software with its user-friendly interface, VeriPRO determines the Personal Attenuation Rating (PAR) of the earplugs each employee uses regularly on the job, and can help managers determine whether employees require additional fit training or different style earplugs The new VeriPRO microsite, provides visitors with a tour of the programme, including background on the functions and development, as well as research and best practices related to VeriPRO usage
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 22 Oct 2007 at 8.00am (UK)
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A slideshow walks visitors through its set-up and functionality, and a downloadable brochure provides a handy take-away reference.
The Research section features PDFs of studies performed by the Howard Leight Acoustical Laboratory in San Diego, CA, on topics such as "Assessing Fit Effectiveness of Earplugs".
The Resource Center provides a direct link for VeriPRO clients to additional programme information.
Unlike typical audiometric tests, which measure the softest level at which a listener can hear a tone, VeriPRO utilizes a relative measurement of hearing level.
The loudness of a tone in one ear is balanced to a tone in the opposite ear at a known level.
This "loudness-balance" method allows an accurate hearing test to be performed with the employee's own earplugs, with normal background noise levels found in a typical office or worksite - no special sound booth or accommodations are needed.
VeriPRO calculates the amount of attenuation at each frequency in each ear and displays a Personal Attenuation Rating for each ear.
VeriPRO reports allow managers to initiate corrective measures, such as individual fit training, and help companies ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
Personal Attenuation Ratings will also help Hearing Conservation programme managers in transitioning to the expected EPA NRR change from a fixed number to a range.
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