AS/NZS 1270:2002
Acoustics - Hearing protectors
Specifies requirements for the design, material and performance of conventional hearing protectors. Also provides guidance on the general requirements for specialist hearing protectors and procedures for the physical and acoustic testing of such devices.
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Section: Table D.1: Hearing protection device selection methods supported by the Noise Code of Practice
Citation context:Listed twice in this Table
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Section: At least 10 locations
Citation context:AS/NZS 1270:2002 is cited in at least 10 locations in this OSH publication.
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Section: D.3 The “Classification” Method
Citation context:On the surface, the grade and class methods appear to be very similar. There are, however, significant differences. These are: The hearing protection devices are tested to a different standard. Tests carried out in the manner specified by AS/NZS 1270:2002
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Section: G.3.2 Information on the packaging
Citation context:After 1 July 2003: The following statement shall be displayed so that it can be viewed without opening the packaging: "Hearing protector class X tested to AS/NZS 1270. When selected, used and maintained as specified in AS/NZS 1269, this protector may be
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Section: 1. INTRODUCTION
Citation context:Mentioned several times
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Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: D.1 Determination of Appropriate Protectors
Citation context:Hearing protection devices that offer an NRR number, but have not been tested to AS/NZS 1270:2002 (or AS 1270:1988 up to 30 June 2003) should not be used.
Approved Code Of Practice For The Management Of Noise In The Workplace
Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: D.4 Octave Band Method
Citation context:Attenuation data is available for hearing protection devices tested to AS 1270:1988, or for hearing protection devices tested to AS/NZS 1270:2002. From 1 July 2003, only attenuation data for hearing protection devices tested to AS/NZS 1270:2002 should be
Approved Code Of Practice For The Management Of Noise In The Workplace
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Section: G.1 Introduction
Citation context:The Joint Australian/New Zealand standard AS/NZS 1270:2002 Acoustics - Hearing protectors was published on 18 January 2002. Hearing protectors must be type tested to an appropriate Standard. ... From November 2001 onwards the only acceptable standard will
Good Practice Guidelines: Health and Safety at Opencast Mines, Alluvial Mines and Quarries
Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 15.14.4
Citation context:Hearing protectors should comply with AS/NZS 1270 Acoustics – Hearing protectors, or any other Standard embodying the same or more stringent criteria.
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Ministry: WorkSafe New Zealand
Section: 22
Citation context:AS/NZS 1270:2002 Acoustics – Hearing protectors
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