ANSI S3.5

ANSI S3.5 is an industry standard established by the American National Standards Institute that defines how hearing protectors, like earplugs and earmuffs, should perform in laboratory tests. It sets guidelines for measuring how well these devices reduce noise exposure, ensuring they meet consistent safety and effectiveness criteria. This standard helps manufacturers produce reliable hearing protection and assists consumers and professionals in comparing different products to choose suitable hearing protection based on test results. Essentially, ANSI S3.5 provides a standardized way to evaluate and certify hearing protectors to ensure safety in noisy environments.