S2:E9 Science of Fit- Hearing Protection

3M Science of Safety

Welcome back to the Science of Safety Podcast. Today in the podcast co-hosts Mark Reggers and Laurie Wells along with their guest, 3M’s Skye Liu, discuss the importance of fit for hearing protection. Fit and noise reduction are related and are key aspects of hearing protector selection and use. Tune in to learn more about fit for earplugs and earmuffs, fit-testing methods, factors that can affect fit, best practices, and much more.

The first global season of the Science of Safety Podcast is presented by the 3M Personal Safety Division. This is a podcast that is curious about the science and systems behind workplace health and safety with a focus on PPE used to help keep workers healthy and safe.