US ISO/TS 4869-5:2013, Acoustics — Hearing protectors — Part 5: Method for estimation of noise reduction using fitting by inexperienced test subjects

This Uganda Standard specifies a method for measuring noise reduction of passive hearing protectors at the threshold of hearing. The method is designed to provide estimates of the noise reduction obtained by typical groups of users in real-world occupational settings, who may lack the training and motivation to wear hearing protectors in an optimum manner.

Source of regulation

The Uganda National Bureau of standards 

Publication of regulation

The Uganda Gazette Vol. CVIII No. 57 

Date of implementation

12 August 2016 

Regulation file