42 CFR 84.177: Total noise level test—PAPR classes HE and PAPR100.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 42—Public Health
- CHAPTER I—PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE, DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
- SUBCHAPTER G—OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH RESEARCH AND RELATED ACTIVITIES
- PART 84—APPROVAL OF RESPIRATORY PROTECTIVE DEVICES
- Subpart K—Air-Purifying Particulate Respirators
Noise levels generated by any powered air-purifying respirators that cover the ears (i.e., hood or helmet) will be measured at the entrance to each ear at maximum airflow obtainable and must not exceed 80 dBA.
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