• 한국조경학회지
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• 제32권3호
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• pp.51-59
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• 2004

Focusing on WBGT(Wet Bulb Globe Thermometer Index) according to the LAI(Leaf Area Index) variation of trees, this study verifies the effects of urban shade trees on the outdoor thermal environment. As for methodology, air$.$globe temperature, air humidity and WBGT were measured under three shade trees whose LAIs were 2.1, 4.0 and 8.2 respectively at midday(12:00-13:00) of 14 sunny days from the 4th through the 29th day of September 2003. Those factors were also measured at the unshaded areas and compared with the values of shaded areas. The measured site was paved with interlocking concrete bricks. The measurements were analyzed through the ANCOV A(Analysis of Covariance) and the regression routines of SPSS11 for windows (SPSS Inc., 2001). The major findings were as follows. 1. The direct correlation between WBGT and LAI was very low. On the contrary, the WBGT showed close correlation with air$.$globe temperature and air humidity, and the LAI also showed very close correlation with globe temperature. These results tell that dominant shading effect by the tree is on the screening of direct solar radiation which lower the globe temperature and WBGT consequently. 2. While the average globe temperatures and WBGT at unshadowed area were 40.4$^{\circ}C$ and 26.2$^{\circ}C$ respectively, the former under the shade tree with LAI 2.1, 4.0 and 8.2 were 34.5$^{\circ}C$, 32.6$^{\circ}C$ and 30.2$^{\circ}C$, and the latter were 24.6$^{\circ}C$, 24$^{\circ}C$ and 23.4$^{\circ}C$ respectively. 3. The relationship between LAI(x) and WBGT(y) can be presented with the following equation: y = 24.23+1.53 $e^{-x}$+0.36x $e^{-x}$+0.46 $x^2$ $e^{-x}$ ($R^2$ =.98) =.98)

• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제32권4호
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• pp.402-413
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• 2022

Objectives: In this study, the scale of exceeding the extreme heat exposure standard at the construction site was estimated using the nationally approved statistical data and wet bulb globe temperature modeling method. By comparing and analyzing the modeling results with the existing work environment monitoring results, the risk of heat exposure at outdoor construction sites was considered. Methods: Using the coordinates of second level administrative districts and meteorological observatories as the key, the automated synoptic observing system data and building permit data for 2021 were matched. The wet-bulb temperature was obtained using Stull's formula, and the globe temperature was obtained using the Tg_KMA2006 model. WBGT was calculated using these. Excess rates were obtained compared to exposure limits for heavy work-continuous work and moderate work-25% rest. It was compared with the results of the work environment monitoring in 2020. Results: As a result, 1,827,536 cases were estimated for 11,052 workplaces in one year. This is much higher than the 5,116 cases of 3818 workplaces of the existing work environment monitoring results. It is confirmed that the exposure limit was exceeded in 10.6~24.0% of the entire period and 70.2~84.1% of the peak period of the heat wave. It is very high compared to 0.9% of the existing work environment monitoring result. Conclusions: It is necessary to improve the system of monitoring and statistics related to extreme heat. Additional considerations are needed regarding WBGT estimation methods, meteorological data, and evaluation time. Various follow-up risk assessment studies for other industries and time series need to be continued.

• 한국환경과학회지
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• 제26권12호
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• pp.1399-1405
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• 2017

We compared the spatial distribution of several heat stress indices (the Wet-Bulb Globe Temperature(WBGT) index, Environmental Stress Index (ESI), and Modified Discomfort Index(MDI)) for the heat wave of June 6~August 26, 2016, in Daegu. We calculated the heat stress indices using data from the high density urban climate observation network in Daegu. The observation system was established in February. 2013. We used data from a total of 38 air temperature observation points (23 thermometers and 18 automatic weather stations). The values of the heat stress indices indicated that the danger level was very high from 0900-2000h in downtown Daegu. The daily maximum value of the WBGT was greater than or equal to $35^{\circ}C$. The differences in the heat stress indices from downtown and rural areas were higher in the daytime than at nighttime. The maximum difference was about 4 before and after 1400h, and the time variations of the heat stress indices corresponded well. Thus, we were able to confirm that the ESI and MDI can be substituted with the WBGT index.

• Industrial Engineering and Management Systems
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.157-164
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• 2010

The objective of this study is to determine the dominance effects of environmental factors such as Illuminance, humidity and Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) on the operators' productivity at Malaysian electronic industry. A case study was carried out at an electronic components assembly factory. The environmental factors examined were the Illuminance (lux), humidity and WBGT of the surrounding workstation area. Two sets of representative data including the illuminance, humidity and WBGT level and production rate were collected during the study. The production rate data were collected through observations and survey questionnaires while the illuminance level was measured using photometer model RS 180-7133, the humidity and WBGT level were measured by using Quest Temp apparatus and humidity. Taguchi Method was utilized to find the sequence of dominant factors that contributed to the productivity of operator at that specified production workstation. The study reveals that the dominant factor contributed to the productivity was WBGT, followed by illuminance and humidity.

• 한국조경학회지
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• 제41권3호
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• pp.22-30
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• 2013

본 연구는 서울시 도심보행공간에서가로수녹음이보행자열쾌적성에미치는영향을WBGT(Wet Bulb Globe Temperature-습구흑구온도) 분석을 통하여 밝히고자 하였다. 일사 영향을 많이 받아 열쾌적성이 저하되는 여름철(8월)에 측정하였으며, 보행공간 WBGT 지수는 한국표준협회 "KS A ISO 7243: 고온환경 WBGT 지수에 의한 열 스트레스 추정"과 일본국립환경연구소의 작업환경, 일상생활 및 운동 WBGT 지침을 활용하여 결과를 해석하였다. 강남구 테헤란로 4개 구간에 대해 측정한 결과, 가로수에 의해 일사가 차단된 녹음(shade)지점 WBGT 지수는 최저 $27.40^{\circ}C$~최고 $30.60^{\circ}C$로 나타났으며, 일사(sun)지점은 최저 $28.45^{\circ}C$~최고 $34.2^{\circ}C$로 나타났다. 모든 녹음 지점에서 보행환경에 적합한 열쾌적성을 보였으며, 구간 최고값을 비교해 보았을 때 녹음(shade)지점이 일사(sun)지점에 비해 $4^{\circ}C$ 낮은 WBGT 지수를 나타내 가로수 녹음의 열쾌적성 개선 효과가 크다는 것을 알 수 있었다. 보행자를 대상으로 실시한 설문 및 행태조사 결과, 대부분 보행자는 일사를 피해 수목 하부 그늘 쪽 보행공간을 이용하는 것으로 나타났으며, 그늘을 이용하는 보행자의 75% 이상 녹음의 쾌적함을 보통 이상 쾌적하다고 평가하였다. 본 연구를 통해 가로수 녹음의 열쾌적성 향상 효과를 확인하였으며, 향후 가로수 식재시 열환경을 고려하여 연속적인 녹음이 형성될 수 있도록 정책적 변화가 필요하다.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제9권2호
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• pp.232-235
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• 2018

Background: This study was conducted to investigate the heat stress and semen quality among male workers in a steel industry in Iran and investigate the relationship between heat stress indices and semen parameters. Methods: The study was conducted on workers exposed (n = 30) and unexposed (n = 14) to heat in a steel industry. After obtaining a brief biography of the selected employees, scrotal temperature, oral temperature, and environmental parameters were measured, and their semen samples were analyzed according to the procedure recommended by the World Health Organization. The heat stress indices, including wet-bulb globe temperature (WBGT) and predicted heat strain (PHS), in their workplace were calculated according to environmental parameters (ISO 7243:1989 and 7933:2004, respectively). Results: Time-weighted averages of WBGT and PHS ($35.76^{\circ}C$ and 491.56 $w/m^2{\frac{w}{m^2}}$, respectively) for the exposed group were higher than threshold limit values. The mean difference of environmental, physiological, and semen parameters (exception: pH of semen), and also WBGT and PHS indices were statistically significant (p < 0.05) between the two groups. Mean semen parameters were in the normozoospermic range. WBGT and PHS indices showed significantly "negative" correlation with physiological parameters (scrotal and oral temperature) and most semen parameters (semen volume, sperm morphology, sperm motility, sperm count; p < 0.05); moreover, the correlation of WBGT with these parameters was stronger than PHS. Conclusion: Semen parameters of the studied workers exposed to heat were in the borderline level of normozoospermic range, and their semen parameters were significantly lower than controls. For better assessment of occupational environment concerning physiological and semen parameters in steel industries, WBGT can be a more useful index.

• Safety and Health at Work
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• 제14권3호
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• pp.325-331
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• 2023

Background: Heat stress is a harmful physical hazard in many occupational settings. However, consequences of occupational heat exposure among workers in a sugarcane factory in Ethiopia are not well characterized. This study aimed to assess the level of occupational heat exposure-related symptoms and contributing factors. Methods: In this cross-sectional study, five workstations were selected for temperature measurement. Heat stress levels were measured using a wet-bulb globe temperature index meter. A stratified random sampling technique was used to select 1,524 participants. Heat-related symptoms were assessed using validated questionnaires. Results: The level of occupational heat exposure was 72.4% (95% CI: 70.2%-74.8%), while 71.6% (95% CI: 69.3%-74.9%) of participants experienced at least one symptom related to heat stress. The most common heat-related symptoms were swelling of hands and feet (78%), severe thirst (77.8%) and dry mouth (77.4%). The identified risk factors were a lack of reflective shields (AOR: 2.20, 95% CI: 1.53, 3.17), not-enclosed extreme heat sources (AOR: 1.76, 95% CI: 1.23, 2.51), a lack of access to shade (AOR: 9.62, 95% CI: 6.20, 14.92), and inappropriate protective clothing provision (AOR: 1.58, 95% CI: 1.27, 2.71). Conclusions: The burden of occupational heat exposure and heat-induced symptoms was high. Lack of reflective shields, the absence of enclosed extreme heat sources, a lack of access to shade, and inappropriate protective clothing provision were considerable attributes of heat stress. Therefore, the use of mechanical solutions to stop heat emissions at their sources and the key factors identified were areas for future intervention.

• 한국조경학회지
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• 제38권2호
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• pp.1-8
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• 2010

도시 옥외공간에서 조경 포장면의 종류에 따른 하절기 옥외공간의 온열쾌적성 차이 발생 여부를 차광과 통풍이 배제된 조건에서 실제 온도와 상대습도의 측정을 통하여 검증하였다. 잔디, 석재잔디블럭, 중공잔디블럭, 석재블럭, 사고석, 소형고압블럭, 점토벽돌, 나지, 쇄석, 수밀콘크리트 등 총 10가지 의 인공적으로 조성된 포장면을 대상으로 저항측정식 센서들을 이용하여 2009년 6월부터 9월까지 매 분 단위로 측정하고, 기상청 관측자료를 기준으로 일 최고 기온이 $30^{\circ}C$ 이상인 26일 동안의 정오부터 오후 3시까지의 자료를 분석하였으며, 주요 내용은 다음과 같다. 지면 온도는 포장재의 종류에 따라서 차이가 발생하였는데, 잔디면의 온도가 가장 높았고, 콘크리트의 온도가 상대적으로 낮은 것으로 나타났다. 전체 시험구의 평균 지면온도는 $40.1^{\circ}C$로 분석되었는데, 이는 기상대 관측 최고 기온보다 $9^{\circ}C$ 이상 높은 것이었으며, 최고 온도는 약 $50^{\circ}C$ 이상까지 상승하는 것으로 나타났다. 지면으로부터 1.2m 높이의 온열쾌적성지수인 습구흑구온도(Wet-Bulb Grlobe Temperature: WBGT)는 포장재에 따라서 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 있는 것으로 분석되었으며, 잔디포장면이 가장 높게 나타났고, 석재 또는 콘크리트블럭과 잔디를 혼합한 포장면이 가장 낮게 나타났다. 그러나 이들 측정값은 인간이 느끼는 쾌적한 온도 범위를 심각한 수준으로 넘어선 상태의 값으로 실제 환경에서의 체감 온열쾌적성과 직접 연관시키기는 곤란하다. 이러한 결과는 이상고온에 견디지 못하는 잔디의 생육 특성과 통풍과 차광이 배제된 시험구의 특성, 그리고 남중고도 가 높은 한낮의 데이터만을 분석 대상으로 삼은 점 등이 복합적으로 영향을 미친 결과로 해석되었다. 결론적으로 본 연구를 통해서 통풍과 차광이 배제된 하절기 한낮의 옥외공간에서는 인간이 체감하는 온열쾌적성에 포장재 변화가 미치는 영향은 미미하며, 오히려 통풍과 차광이 미치는 영향이 매우 중요하다는 것을 파악할 수 있었다.

• 한국환경복원기술학회지
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• 제13권6호
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• pp.39-48
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• 2010

The purpose of this study was to analyze air temperature decreasing effects by shading and ventilation at micro-scale experiment plots, especially focused on the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature (WBGT) in outdoor spaces. To monitor the time-serial changes of Dry-bulb Temperature (DT), Globe Temperature (GT) and Relative Humidity (RH) in the wind blocking and shading conditions, Two hexahedral steel frames were established on the open grass field, the dimension of each frame was 1.5m(W)${\times}$1.5m(L)${\times}$1.5m(H). Four vertical side of one frame was covered by transparent polyethylene film to prevent wind passing through (Wind break plot; WP). The top side of the other frame was covered with shading curtain which intercept 95% of solar light and energy (Shading plot; SP). And, Another vertical steel frame without any treatment preventing ventilation and sunlight was set up, which represents natural conditions (Control plot; CP). The major findings were as follows; 1. The average globe temperature (GT) was highest at WP showing $50.94^{\circ}C$ and lowest at SP showing $34.58^{\circ}C$. The GT of natural condition (SP) was $42.31^{\circ}C$ locating the midst between WP and SP. The difference of GT of each plot was about $8-16^{\circ}C$, which means the ventilation and shading has significant effect on decreasing the temperature. 2. WP showed the highest average dry-bulb temperature (DT) of $38.41^{\circ}C$ which apparently differ from SP and CP showing $31.94^{\circ}C$ and $33.15^{\circ}C$ respectively. The DT of SP and CP were nearly the same. 3. The average relative humidity (RH) was lowest at WP showing 15.21%, but SP and CP had similar RH 28.79%, 28.02% respectively. 4. The average of calculated WBGT were the highest at the WP ($27.61^{\circ}C$) and the lowest at the SP ($23.64^{\circ}C$). The CP ($25.49^{\circ}C$) was in the middle of the others. As summery, compared with natural condition (CP), the wind blocking increased about $2.11^{\circ}C$ WBGT, but the shading decreased about $1.84^{\circ}C$ WBGT. So It can be apparently said that the open space with much shading trees, sheltering furnitures and well-delivered wind corridor can reduce useless and even harmful energy for human outdoor activity considerably in outdoor spaces.

• 한국산업보건학회지
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• 제33권2호
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• pp.230-246
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• 2023

Objectives: The climate crisis has arrived and heat-related illnesses are increasing. It is necessary to discover new high-heat risk industries and understand the environment . It is also necessary to prioritize risks of industries that have not been included in the management target to date. The study was intended to monitor and evaluate the thermal risk of high-priority workplaces. Methods: A prioritization method was developed based on five factors: occurrence of and death due to heat-related illnesses, work environment monitoring, indoor work rate, small heat source, and limited heat dissipation. it, was applied to industrial accidents caused by heat-related illnesses. Wet bulb temperature index and apparent temperature were measured in July and August at 24 workplaces in seven industries and assessed for thermal risk. Results: The wet bulb temperature index was in the range of 23.8~31.9℃, and exposure limits were exceeded in the growing of crops, food services activities and accommodation, and building construction. The apparent temperature was in the range of 26.8~36.7℃, and exceeded the temperature standard for issuing heatwave warnings in growing of crops, food services activities and accommodation, warehousing, welding, and building construction. Both temperature index in growing of crops and building construction were higher than the outside air temperature. Conclusions: In the workplace, risks in industries that have not be controlled and recognized through existing systems was identified. it is necessary to provide break times according to the work-rest time ratio required during dangerous time period.