Press Room
Monday April 29, 2013
Speech Communication in Noise
Noise remains one of the most prevalent hazards in industry today. And noise creates challenges in the workplace well beyond its most basic threat to hearing health. As demands on worker productivity become more complex, the need for efficient and effective communication is essential. Comprehending speech in the presence of loud background noise can be challenging at best, and at times nearly impossible. This month we review some of the basic principles affecting a worker's ability to understand spoken messages in a noisy work environment.
Monday April 29, 2013
Comfort is the Key to Success
With the summer months approaching, it's a good time to think about tackling one of the chief complaints you'll hear about earmuffs, radio headsets, and personal protective equipment in general...all that gear can be hot, heavy, and downright uncomfortable. "It would be a mistake to choose a hearing protector or communication device based solely on Noise Reduction Rating (NRR)," explains Matt Morrill, Regional Sales Manager for CavCom, Inc. "In my experience, it doesn't matter how good the technology, if it's not comfortable, the worker isn't going to wear it."
Monday April 29, 2013
SoundBytes Quiz - May, 2013
Monday April 29, 2013
See CavCom in Action - Upcoming Events
Monday March 18, 2013
CavCom President Named SBA MN Encore Entrepreneur of the Year
CavCom is proud to announce that CavCom president Jeffrey Morrill has been named the Minnesota Encore Entrepreneur of the Year by the U.S. Small Business Administration.
Saturday March 16, 2013
New Intrinsic Safety Certification
CAVCOM is pleased to announce ANSI/UL 913 intrinsic safety certification for our Push-To-Talk (PTT2000) communication system. These requirements certify that an electronic device is safe to use in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Friday March 15, 2013
Noise and Communication a Challenge for Responders
Watching a noisy TV action thriller with police cars, fire trucks, throngs of people everywhere, you may have been forced to turn down the volume to lessen the roar. Remarkably, this noisy environment is the everyday workplace for police, firefighters, and other emergency responders. Challenged by the sheer volume of noise occurring during catastrophic events, effective communication can mean the difference between life and death.
Friday March 15, 2013
OSHA Reminds Employers to Post Injury & Illness Summaries
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is reminding employers to post their latest OSHA Form 300A, listing the total number of job-related injuries and illnesses that occurred during the previous year.
Thursday March 14, 2013
Lawmakers Want to Make OSHA's VPP Permanent
On February 13, 2013, U.S. Representatives Tom Petri (R-WI) and Gene Green (D-TX) introduced legislation that would make the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP) permanent.
Wednesday January 02, 2013
CavCom at Power-Gen International 2012
See Account Manager Nick Morrill speaking about CavCom at Power Engineering POWER-GEN International 2012.
Thursday December 20, 2012
Standard Threshold Shift (STS) - Single Sided Hearing Shifts
Many companies have recently expressed concern about single sided hearing shifts, as OSHA now requires recording of standard threshold shift (STS) as an occupational illness.
Thursday December 20, 2012
Do You Hear What I Hear? Checklist for Hearing Conservation
Reprinted with permission from FSMMAG.com
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Narrowbanding Deadline Approching Fast
January 1st, 2013 is an important date for two-way radio users. On this date, narrowband operations on business band two way radio becomes mandatory. Are you prepared?
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Sandblasting Communications 101
CavCom products surpass traditional radio communications devices and provide safer working environments by allowing sandblasters, and other wearers of PPE, to communicate effectively in high noise environments. Contact CavCom today to improve your abrasive blasting operation's safety and efficiency.
Wednesday October 24, 2012
Is Experience Enough to Survive in Emergency Response?
Most HazMat training focuses on the proper use of equipment, knowledge of chemicals and the consequences if those chemicals are released into the atmosphere, and how to stay safe. But, is this training conducted in a controlled environment enough to keep you safe?
Friday June 15, 2012
Republican National Convention Safer With CavCom Advanced Two-Way Communication Technology
Tampa Police Department to use CavCom two-way radio communication technology while providing security support at the 2012 Republican National Convention.
Thursday June 14, 2012
When Considering Double Hearing Protection, CavCom Helps You Do The Math
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) guideline for using double hearing protection (wearing both in-ear and earmuff devices) is for exposure to noise exceeding 100 dB over an 8-hour period. To determine the correct noise reduction rating (NRR) achieved by the combination of your hearing protection devices, there's some math involved.
Thursday June 14, 2012
Working Alone - OSHA's Maritime Regulation for Confined Spaces and Isolated Locations
Risks associated with working in confined spaces are heightened due to the inability to physically see the operators as well as the addition of onerous protective equipment. Depending on the work scenario, workers in confined spaces typically cannot utilize radios because of high noise, blasts hoods, respirator use, heavy gloves, and other personal protection equipment.
Monday April 30, 2012
Costly Communication Breakdowns
Accidents, reduced productivity, and worker's compensation claims can threaten your bottom line. Having the right solution for your situation can help you avoid costly communication breakdowns. Find out how clear communication with CavCom technology results in immediate payback.
Monday April 30, 2012
The Perfect Fit For Your Business
CavCom products are a perfect fit for any business where people need to communicate in high noise environments, with respirators, or other personal protective equipment (PPE). When is CavCom technology the right fit for you?