What is BS EN 13819‑2 about?
BS EN 13819‑2 is second part in the multi-series of European standards on hearing protectors. BS EN 13819‑2 specifies acoustic test methods for hearing protectors. The purpose of these tests is to enable assessment of the performance of the hearing protector as specified in the appropriate product standard.
BS EN 13819‑2 specifies procedures for the testing of personal hearing protection devices in relation to Regulation (EU) 2016/425 - Personal Protective Equipment.
Who is BS EN 13819‑2 for?
BS EN 13819‑2 on the acoustic test methods for hearing protectors is relevant to:
- Hearing protector manufacturers
- Hearing protector parts and component manufacturers and suppliers
- Acoustic testing companies
- Audiologists
- Healthcare practitioners
- Regulatory bodies
Why should you use BS EN 13819‑2?
Hearing protector plays and key role if the noise or sound level they are exposed to is close to or greater than the occupational exposure limits (OEL) for noise. Hearing protectors provide protection to hearing against damaging noise.
BS EN 13819‑2 specifies procedures for the testing of personal hearing protection devices which assist users in monitoring and controlling the quality of hearing protectors.
Overall, BS EN 13819‑2 uses test methods and procedures for monitoring and controlling quality of sound that helps to increase the performance and quality of hearing protectors and ensuring optimal protection against hazardous noise. Moreover, the efficient performance of these devices and correct usage can prevent your end-users from hearing loss.
What is changed since the last update?
BS EN 13819‑2:2020 supersedes EN 13819-2:2002. BS EN 13819‑2:2020 includes some technical changes with respect to EN 13819-2:2002. These include:
- 4.2.3 some details on the test procedure for the sound attenuation of earplugs and custom moulded earplugs added
- 4.3 of EN 13819-2:2002 (Sound level effective to the ear (earmuffs only)) deleted
- Annex ZA of EN 13819-2:2002 deleted
