Human Heat Stress
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Human Heat Stress
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Author : Ken Parsons
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2019-02-05
Human Heat Stress written by Ken Parsons and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-02-05 with Science categories.
Thousands of people continue to die from heat. Heat illnesses and advice for preventing heat casualties at work, during heatwaves, sport and the effects of global warming are described. A new perspective on thermoregulation integrates physiological and psychophysical regulated variables. Heat stress indices, the WBGT and the SWreq are presented. It is time to understand and routinely use computer simulations of people in hot conditions. How to understand how a model can be constructed is also described. This book provides an accessible, concise and comprehensive coverage into how people respond to heat and how to predict and avoid heat causalities. A practical productivity model, and Burn thresholds, complete the book which begins with up to date knowledge on measurement of heat stress, heat strain, metabolic rate and the thermal properties and influences of clothing. Features Provides methods and regulations through international standards Illustrates the WBGT and analytical heat stress indices and how to construct a thermal model Discusses the role of clothing on heat stress and thermal strain Presents a new model for predicting productivity in the heat Offers a new method of human thermoregulation Considers heat illness and prevention during heatwaves and in global warming
Human Heat Stress
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Author : Kenneth C. Parsons
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2019
Human Heat Stress written by Kenneth C. Parsons and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019 with Science categories.
Thousands of people continue to die from heat. Heat illnesses and advice for preventing heat casualties at work, during heatwaves, sport and the effects of global warming are described. A new perspective on thermoregulation integrates physiological and psychophysical regulated variables. Heat stress indices, the WBGT and the SWreq are presented. It is time to understand and routinely use computer simulations of people in hot conditions. How to understand how a model can be constructed is also described. This book provides an accessible, concise and comprehensive coverage into how people respond to heat and how to predict and avoid heat causalities. A practical productivity model, and Burn thresholds, complete the book which begins with up to date knowledge on measurement of heat stress, heat strain, metabolic rate and the thermal properties and influences of clothing. Features Provides methods and regulations through international standards Illustrates the WBGT and analytical heat stress indices and how to construct a thermal model Discusses the role of clothing on heat stress and thermal strain Presents a new model for predicting productivity in the heat Offers a new method of human thermoregulation Considers heat illness and prevention during heatwaves and in global warming
Human Thermal Environments
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Author : Ken Parsons
language : en
Publisher: CRC Press
Release Date : 2007-03-22
Human Thermal Environments written by Ken Parsons and has been published by CRC Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-03-22 with Technology & Engineering categories.
Our responses to our thermal environment have a considerable effect on our performance and behavior, not least in the realm of work. There has been considerable scientific investigation of these responses and formal methods have been developed for environmental evaluation and design. In recent years these have been developed to the extent that detailed national and international standards of practice have now become feasible. This new edition of Ken Parson's definitive text brings us back up to date. He covers hot, moderate and cold environments, and defines these in terms of six basic parameters: air temperature, radiate temperature, humidity, air velocity, clothing worn, and the person's activity. There is a focus on the principles and practice of human response, which incorporates psychology, physiology and environmental physics with applied ergonomics. Water requirements, computer modeling and computer-aided design are brought in, as are current standards. Special populations, such as the aged or disabled and specialist environments such as those found in vehicles are also considered. This book continues to be the standard text for the design of environments for humans to live and work safely, comfortably and effectively, and for the design of materials which help the same people cope with their environments.
Quantifying Human Heat Stress In Working Environments And Their Relationship To Atmospheric Dynamics Due To Global Climate Change
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Author : Jonathan R. Buzan
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2018
Quantifying Human Heat Stress In Working Environments And Their Relationship To Atmospheric Dynamics Due To Global Climate Change written by Jonathan R. Buzan and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018 with categories.
Heat Stress In Sport And Exercise
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Author : Julien D. Périard
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2019-03-06
Heat Stress In Sport And Exercise written by Julien D. Périard and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-03-06 with Medical categories.
The book is designed to provide a flowing description of the physiology of heat stress, the illnesses associated with heat exposure, recommendations on optimising health and performance, and an examination of Olympic sports played in potentially hot environmental conditions. In the first section the book examines how heat stress effects performance by outlining the basics of thermoregulation and how these responses impact on cardiovascular, central nervous system, and skeletal muscle function. It also outlines the pathophysiology and treatment of exertional heat illness, as well as the role of hydration status during exercise in the heat. Thereafter, countermeasures (e.g. cooling and heat acclimation) are covered and an explanation as to how they may aid in decreasing the incidence of heat illness and minimise the impairment in performance is provided. A novel and particular feature of the book is its inclusion of sport-specific chapters in which the influence of heat stress on performance and health is described, as well as strategies and policies adopted by the governing bodies in trying to offset the deleterious role of thermal strain. Given the breadth and scope of the sections, the book will be a reference guide for clinicians, practitioners, coaches, athletes, researchers, and students.
Niosh Criteria For A Recommended Standard Occupational Exposure To Heat And Hot Environments
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Author : National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (U.S.)
language : en
Publisher: National Institute on Drug Abuse
Release Date : 2018-08-03
Niosh Criteria For A Recommended Standard Occupational Exposure To Heat And Hot Environments written by National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (U.S.) and has been published by National Institute on Drug Abuse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-08-03 with Health & Fitness categories.
Occupational exposure to heat can result in injuries, disease, reduced productivity, and death. To address this hazard, the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has evaluated the scientific data on heat stress and hot environments and has updated the Criteria for a Recommended Standard: Occupational Exposure to Hot Environments [NIOSH 1986a]. This updated guidance includes information about physiological changes that result from heat stress, and relevant studies such as those on caffeine use, evidence to redefine heat stroke, and more. Related products: Weather & Climate collection is available here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/weather-climate Emergency Management & First Responders can be found here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/emergency-management-first-responders Fire Management collection is available here: https://bookstore.gpo.gov/catalog/fire-management
Preventing Heat Stress And Human Heat Strain
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Author : Roger L. Wabeke
language : en
Publisher: Amer Society of Safety Engineers
Release Date : 1998-06-01
Preventing Heat Stress And Human Heat Strain written by Roger L. Wabeke and has been published by Amer Society of Safety Engineers this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998-06-01 with Medical categories.
Effects Of Heat Stress On Human Health
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Author : Benjawan Tawatsupa
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013
Effects Of Heat Stress On Human Health written by Benjawan Tawatsupa and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Heat categories.
Global warming has led to renewed interest in the occurrence of heat stress in the population along with its determinants and consequences. Heat stress can create unsafe working conditions and affect the health of workers. Heat waves are also unsafe and in 2003 led to many avoidable deaths in Europe. Most heat stress research has been conducted in high-income countries in temperate latitudes. This leaves knowledge gaps regarding heat stress and its effects for tropical settings. Thailand is a tropical developing country where average temperatures have increased over the last 50 years and further increase is expected. Heat stress has been shown to be a serious problem in a variety of Thai workplaces. But several important public health questions remain and they are the focus of this thesis. The questions are as follows: are there any health impacts of heat stress i) on Thai workers? ii) on the overall population in Thailand? iii) expected for the Thai population in future due to the projected increase of temperature? To answer these research questions, five studies were carried out. They investigate the occurrence of heat stress and its association with various health outcomes, including death. The first four studies use heat exposure and morbidity data from a large national Thai Cohort Study (TCS) covering the period 2005 to 2009. The fifth study uses national weather and mortality data covering 1999 to 2008. The first study explores the relationship between self-reported heat stress and psychological distress and overall health status of Thai workers using TCS data. There was a strong association between heat stress and worse mental health outcomes among workers. The second study uses TCS data on heat stress and occupational injury among Thai workers. The evidence connects heat stress and occupational injury and also identifies several factors that increase heat exposure (male sex, rural residence, physical job). The third study relates heat stress and incident kidney disease amongst Thai workers using longitudinal TCS data that documented prolonged heat exposure. Heat stress was a significant risk factor for kidney disease among male workers, especially physical workers age 35 years or more. The fourth study shows that health and wellbeing decreased (low energy, emotional problems, and low life satisfaction) as more heat stress interfered with daily activities (sleeping, daily travel, work, housework and exercise). So heat stress has an adverse health impact on the overall population. The final study shows that Thai mortality from 1999 to 2008, adjusted for weather and air pollution, varied by air temperature. A U-shaped association between monthly maximum temperature and mortality was found for each season (hot, wet, and cold), and each region (North, Northeast, South, and Centre). The 4 degrees Celsius increase in temperature from climate change, as expected by 2100, could increase annual heat-related deaths by 32,000 as well as increasing other impacts on health and well-being. The health impact information in this thesis points to the need to improve health surveillance and public awareness regarding risks of heat stress in Thailand.
Development Of A Computer Model Of Human Heat Stress With Implications For Global Warming
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Author : Samuel Foley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2016
Development Of A Computer Model Of Human Heat Stress With Implications For Global Warming written by Samuel Foley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016 with categories.
Rising temperatures around the globe pose a threat to human life in many hot locations. Previous work on this subject by Sherwood and Huber uses very rudimentary approximations to determine what conditions are life-threatening. Many environmental interactions, such as sunlight and thermal radiation, were ignored. This work attempts to develop a more complete model of human heat regulation based on physical principles for the purpose of evaluating the severity of heat stresses under given environmental conditions. A computer model is developed and compared with the results from previous work, and differences are noted. In particular, the wet-bulb temperature required to reach lethal body temperatures is found to be lower than previously implied.
Climate Change And Public Health
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Author : Barry S. Levy
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2024-02-02
Climate Change And Public Health written by Barry S. Levy and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-02 with Medical categories.
This second edition of Climate Change and Public Health comprehensively covers the health impacts of climate change, including heat-related and respiratory disorders, vectorborne and waterborne diseases, malnutrition, mental disorders, and violence. It provides a thorough understanding of the policymaking process and energy, transportation, and agriculture policies for mitigation. It covers health adaptation, sustainable built environments, and nature-based solutions to address climate change. Finally, it describes ways of strengthening public and political support, including communicating the health relevance of climate change, building movements, and promoting climate justice.