US Patent 11006231 Voice amplification apparatus for personal protective equipment

A voice amplification apparatus is provided and configured to attach to a portion of a personal protective equipment (PPE) device such that the apparatus is hands-free and in close proximity to a user's mouth. The voice amplification apparatus comprises a speaker and microphone in various positions, wherein the microphone is configured to capture the user's voice which is amplified and projected out of the speaker. In this way, the user can be clearly heard by those in proximity to the user. Advantageously, the usefulness of the apparatus will prevent users from lowering their PPE to communicate which poses a safety hazard during a pandemic, such as COVID-19.