The Role of performance Tests, Manikins and Test Houses in Defining Clothing Characteristics Relevant To Risk Assessment

摘要

Clothing is an important determinant of human heat exchange and accordingly a critical factor for heat stress risk assessment. A large number of international standards exist concerning protective properties of clothing. However, few standards deal with ergonomic properties and requirements of clothing, making it difficult to evaluate the function of a clothing ensemble in terms of both protection and physiological strain or discomfort. The paper examines existing test method and procedures for improvement of the situation.