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This is not just an easy yes or no answer but I will do my best to explain.
It really depends on a couple of things.
1. What is your company Policy on this?
2. Is there a volume limit on the PlugFones you are looking at that does not go over 85 dBA? Most of the units the PlugFone make do have the volume limiter but not all of them. So if they do not limit the sound to 85 dBA than yes you could be at risk for a potential violation.
3. Does the music interfere with being able to hear other workplace sounds like a fork lift backing up or other workplace hazards like an emergency siren alerting you of a fire or tornado.
4. What is the noise level in the work environment? Depending on the outside noise levels they may not be enough Noise Reduction (NRR) to offer you the protection you need.
So there is a lot more than yes or no but I hope this was helpful.
We have PlugFones and other options on our website as well. https://www.mscdirect.com/browse/tn/Safety/Personal-Protective-Equipment...
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Thank you for contacting MSC Beter MRO
This is not just an easy yes or no answer but I will do my best to explain.
It really depends on a couple of things.
1. What is your company Policy on this?
2. Is there a volume limit on the PlugFones you are looking at that does not go over 85 dBA? Most of the units the PlugFone make do have the volume limiter but not all of them. So if they do not limit the sound to 85 dBA than yes you could be at risk for a potential violation.
3. Does the music interfere with being able to hear other workplace sounds like a fork lift backing up or other workplace hazards like an emergency siren alerting you of a fire or tornado.
4. What is the noise level in the work environment? Depending on the outside noise levels they may not be enough Noise Reduction (NRR) to offer you the protection you need.
So there is a lot more than yes or no but I hope this was helpful.
We have PlugFones and other options on our website as well.
https://www.mscdirect.com/browse/tn/Safety/Personal-Protective-Equipment...
Thanks again for visiting MSC Better MRO
Paul Cook
MSC Safety Specialist
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