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Hearing Protector Fit Testing (HPFT) is quickly gaining acceptance as a critical element of a successful hearing conservation program. NHCA encourages the continued adoption of this practice and recognizes the need for research in this area. To support these goals, NHCA founded the Task Force on Hearing Protection Fit Testing (HPFTTF).
The first task of HPFTTF was to draft an evidence-based Position Statement on HPFT, representing current recommendations and best practices. The Position Statement recognizes HPFT as a powerful tool for preventing noise-induced hearing loss, with potential to shape the practice of hearing loss prevention. Some of the topics covered in the Position Paper are Measurement Methods and Systems, Resulting Data and Statistics, Benefits and Challenges, and Incorporating HPFT into a Hearing Conservation Program (HCP). The document also discusses practical considerations such as how to choose a system, who to test and when to test them, how to interpret and apply results, and special situations.
NHCA recommends the use of HPFT as part of a comprehensive HCP and encourages continued research to further define best practice policy, explore use cases, and evaluate the long-term impact of HPFT.
