Accumulated Effects of Work under Heat Stress
Abstract
The question of whether working in a hot environment may ultimately be a health hazard was the subject of this investigation. Based on the ergonomic studies, it was concluded that the heat exposed workers practiced economy in their energy expenditure and thus reduced the heat stress. The studies of the internal environment indicate that the fluid and salt balances were maintained during the work shifts probably by proper intake. The data from the survey of cardiovascular and urogenital disorders suggests that the process of natural selection plays a role in the younger workers. Those who were adversely affected by the heat stress probably changed their jobs. Further, it is suggested that the health of the workers who were exposed to heat during their work shifts may be more adversely affected than those who were not. It is also suggested, that this is especially true for those who could not practice economy in their energy expenditure.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1980
- Accession Number
- ADB051479
Entities
People
- A. Gertner
- R. Israeli
- Y. Cassuto