Friday, January 05, 2007

Earmuffs

Premiership footballers may soon have to don those big ear protectors worn by workmen wielding pneumatic drills, to meet an upcoming health and safety rule. Hewden, who just happen to rent equipment to the construction industry, say that players at grounds with the noisiest fans, like Manchester United, Portsmouth, Liverpool and Newcastle, are subjected to levels in excess of 92 decibels, well above those permitted.

Under Control of Noise at Work regulations, which come into force in April, employers must make hearing protectors available to all employees exposed to excessive noise. In football terms that would mean officials, stewards, managers and even players being legally required to wear ear defenders during matches. Jeff Schofield, Hewden's head of marketing, says: "Like any business, football clubs have a responsibility to protect employees. The regulations are not about preventing noise, simply controlling it. Footballers may soon find that the latest 'must-have' accessory is a set of designer earmuffs."


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