Estimation of Heat Stress and Maximum Acceptable Work Time Based on Physiological and Environmental Response in Hot-Dry Climate: A Case Study in Traditional Bakers

Background: Heat stress is common among workers in hot-dry areas. To take preventive strategies for the protection of workers against heat stress, it is important to choose a suitable index that can accurately explain environmental parameters relative to physiological responses. Objective: To evalu...

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Main Authors: Davood Afshari, Saeid Moradi, Kambiz Ahmadi Angali, Gholam-Abbas Shirali
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) Health Organization 2019-10-01
Series:The International Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine
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Online Access:https://www.theijoem.com/ijoem/index.php/ijoem/article/view/1582