Technical Specifications As a key component of industrial worker safety equipment, ear defenders have moved from Category II to III in the new (EU) 2016/425 PPE Regulation. The V-Gard Helmet-Mounted Hearing Protection Line delivers enhanced comfort and top-of-the-line performance with upgrades in fit and style— all without compromising the quality expected from the legendary V-Gard brand. Designed to work with MSA’s industry-leading safety helmets and accessories, the new ear defender line offers enhanced comfort while providing the performance level and protection needed to get the job done Features • Superior performance • Easy integration • Enhanced comfort • Modern style Markets • General industry and manufacturing • Utilities • Construction • Oil, gas, and petrochemical STANDARDS COMPLIANCE The Noise Attenuation is third-party tested in accordance with the following standards : • EN 352-3:2002 • ANSI S3.19-1974 • ANSI S12.6-2008 • AS/NZ S1270:2002 • CSA Class A For Low Attenuation only : Certified by INERIS to EN ISO 80079-36 : 2016 & CEI/ TS 60079-32-1 : 2017 for safe use in ATEX areas* (ELECTROSTATIC-INERIS Certificate n° 29406) • Dust: zones 20, 21, 22 (all zones) • Gas: zones 1 & 2 with gas group IIA (Propane) * Caution: when working in an ATEX area operatives must be fully equipped with appropriate PPE eg. dissipative shoes (earth resistance less than 1.108Ω), not just suitable industrial helmets!