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ear protector

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ear protector [′ir prə‚tek·tər]
(engineering)
A device, such as a plug or ear muff, used to protect the human ear from loud noise that may be injurious to hearing, such as that of jet engines.


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It's already acknowledged that noise in pubs and clubs is bad for hearing as staff have to be provided with ear protectors - but not the punters.
In workplaces, employees are required to wear ear protectors when noise levels are 85 decibels, they said.
 
 
 
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