Ask the Expert: What are the specific OSHA requirements on noise, and how does that relate to safety air guns?

April 29, 2014

To address excessive noise in the workplace OSHA has permissible daily noise exposure specifications.

Eric Mills, Vice President, Sales for Guardair Corp.

Q: Aren’t there specific OSHA requirements on noise and how does that relate to safety air guns?

A: To address excessive noise in the workplace OSHA has permissible daily noise exposure specifications. Since air guns can contribute to high levels of occupational noise - safety air guns specifically designed for noise reduction are an important component in addressing noise compliance.

Products such as Guardair's Whisper Jet product address this need for noise reduction in the shop.

Download a PDF with information on permissible noise exposure allowed on the job.

Information provided by: Guardair Corp.

About the Author

Eric Mills | Vice President, Sales, Mayhew Tools

Mayhew Steel Products (Mayhew Tools) announces Eric Mills is the Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Mayhew Tools. As Vice President of Sales & Marketing, Mills identifies new sales targets while simultaneously developing and executing strategic sales and marketing plans to elevate the company’s brand visibility. In addition to managing the sales and marketing teams, he also provides the leadership necessary to promote a positive team atmosphere and culture.