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VOCs and PAHs exposure in asphalt paving: measurement by PTR-ToF-MS, Monte Carlo-based risk evaluation, and recommendations for risk reduction. 沥青路面中挥发性有机化合物和多环芳烃的暴露：PTR-ToF-MS测量，蒙特卡洛风险评估，以及降低风险的建议。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-09-09 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0022

Boo Wook Kim, Yong Chul Shin, Jungah Shin

{"title":"VOCs and PAHs exposure in asphalt paving: measurement by PTR-ToF-MS, Monte Carlo-based risk evaluation, and recommendations for risk reduction.","authors":"Boo Wook Kim, Yong Chul Shin, Jungah Shin","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0022","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0022","url":null,"abstract":"Research on worker exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during asphalt paving operations remains significantly limited, and regulatory frameworks governing such exposures are also insufficient. Previous studies have primarily focused on a limited number of major VOCs. However, this study employs high-resolution, high-performance Proton Transfer Reaction Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry (PTR-ToF-MS) to comprehensively evaluate exposure levels to 25 different VOCs. Additionally, Monte Carlo simulations were utilized to assess both non-carcinogenic and carcinogenic risks, thereby providing foundational data for future risk mitigation strategies. During asphalt paving operations, the concentrations of most VOCs increased by a factor of 2 to 10 compared to background levels. Nevertheless, none of these compounds exceeded the Occupational Exposure Limits. However, the concentration of acrolein exceeded the Ceiling Threshold Limit Value established by the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists by approximately tenfold, highlighting the critical need for peak exposure management. The non-carcinogenic risk assessment revealed that the maximum Hazard Quotient (HQ) values for acetaldehyde, 1,3-butadiene, and acrolein exceeded 1, indicating potential adverse health effects. Furthermore, the Lifetime Cancer Risk (LCR) values for benzene and 1,3-butadiene surpassed established safety thresholds, confirming a significant increase in carcinogenic risk. Furthermore, this study proposes measures to reduce exposure to hazardous substances.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145033164","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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An occupational group with multiple musculoskeletal trauma and precarious employment: jockeys. 一个有多重肌肉骨骼创伤和不稳定工作的职业群体：骑师。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-09-08 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0058

Özlem Melis Korkmaz Özgüngör, Duygu Lüleci, Süleyman Çağrı Ergençoğlu, Mualla Elif Bayindir, Ramazan Kizil, Canan Demir, Ayşe Coşkun Beyan

{"title":"An occupational group with multiple musculoskeletal trauma and precarious employment: jockeys.","authors":"Özlem Melis Korkmaz Özgüngör, Duygu Lüleci, Süleyman Çağrı Ergençoğlu, Mualla Elif Bayindir, Ramazan Kizil, Canan Demir, Ayşe Coşkun Beyan","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0058","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0058","url":null,"abstract":"Jockeys endure considerable physical and psychological demands, rendering them vulnerable to occupational injuries such as fractures, concussions, and soft tissue damage. This descriptive case series presents the medical and occupational histories of three professional jockeys with long-term disabilities following work-related accidents. Each individual commenced their jockey career in early adolescence. All sustained head trauma from horse falls and had histories of hospitalization due to injuries incurred while riding. Documented injuries included rib, vertebral, clavicular, and upper extremity fractures, adhesive capsulitis of the shoulder, and ligament rupture in the lower extremity. Two of the cases underwent extended periods of physical therapy but reported minimal functional recovery. These findings highlight the insufficient preventive strategies and limited long-term support available to injured jockeys. Enhanced occupational safety measures, regular medical evaluations, and access to physical and mental rehabilitation are essential to address the occupational hazards in this profession. Further studies are warranted to develop targeted interventions for injury prevention and long-term care.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145015116","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Occupational exposure to welding fume in Australian workplaces. 澳大利亚工作场所的焊接烟雾职业暴露。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-09-01 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0048

Tim R Driscoll, Scott Paine, Lin Fritschi, Ha Nguyen, Renee N Carey

{"title":"Occupational exposure to welding fume in Australian workplaces.","authors":"Tim R Driscoll, Scott Paine, Lin Fritschi, Ha Nguyen, Renee N Carey","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0048","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0048","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to provide information on exposure to welding fume in workplaces in Australia, and the use of control measures in these workplaces. Personal and static samples of welding fume particulates and gases were collected at 20 workplaces whilst welding was being undertaken. Study personnel also recorded observations of the workplace. Total welding fume particulate concentration in the breathing zone was above 1 mg/m3 (the newly established workplace exposure standard). Peak concentrations of ozone were above the peak limitation standard of 0.1 ppm for most workers when they had their head over the welding area. Very few workplaces had active ventilation in place and functioning at the time of the worksite visits, most workplaces relying on natural ventilation coming from the large workspaces, high ceilings and open doors. The use of respiratory protective equipment was sub-optimal; about a quarter of participants used no respiratory protection while welding. This study provides the first comprehensive information on concentration of welding fume particulate and gases in Australian workplaces and the use of relevant control measures. The findings suggest there is considerable scope for improvement in the control of exposure to welding fume.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-09-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144952663","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Influencing factors of clinical belonging among Chinese nurses in training. 影响培训护士临床归属感的因素。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-08-08 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0050

Qing Ou, Pei Tong, Shengying Shi, Xuehua Li, Yucheng Li, Dan He, Hongyun Wei

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Depression, anxiety, and satisfaction with life among working versus non-working retirees: a cross-sectional comparative study. 工作与非工作退休人员的抑郁、焦虑和生活满意度：一项横断面比较研究。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-08-07 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0063

Hend Serya, Heba Noshy Abd ElAziz Mohamed, Abdel-Hady El-Gilany

{"title":"Depression, anxiety, and satisfaction with life among working versus non-working retirees: a cross-sectional comparative study.","authors":"Hend Serya, Heba Noshy Abd ElAziz Mohamed, Abdel-Hady El-Gilany","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0063","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0063","url":null,"abstract":"There has been a growing emphasis on the post-retirement work of the elderly, which can either be beneficial or pose risks to their mental health. This study aimed to compare the prevalence of depression and anxiety, as well as the level of life satisfaction, among working vs. non-working retirees. In a cross-sectional study, 270 retirees aged 60 yr or older were enrolled; of them, 122 were working and 148 were not. An interview-based questionnaire was utilized, incorporating sociodemographic, occupational, and clinical data, along with the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, the Generalized Anxiety Disorder-7 scale, and the Satisfaction with Life Scale. Compared to non-working retirees, working retirees exhibited lower rates of moderate to severe depression (39.3% vs. 67.0%) and anxiety (30.3% vs. 59.5%), as well as a higher rate of life satisfaction (59.8% vs. 41.2%). In the multivariate regression analysis, non-working retirees were more likely to experience moderate to severe depression and anxiety, with AORs of 3.4 and 3.9, respectively, while continuing to work after retirement was an independent predictor of satisfaction with life, with an AOR of 1.8. Therefore, recruiting and retaining older workers, while considering their physical and mental capabilities, is recommended, along with mental health screening.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144794337","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Poor preparedness of Congolese healthcare workers for Ebola during the 10th outbreak (2018-2020). 刚果卫生保健工作者在第十次埃博拉疫情期间（2018-2020年）准备不足。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-08-06 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0020

Basilua Andre Muzembo, Chisato Hayashi, Kei Kitahara

{"title":"Poor preparedness of Congolese healthcare workers for Ebola during the 10th outbreak (2018-2020).","authors":"Basilua Andre Muzembo, Chisato Hayashi, Kei Kitahara","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0020","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0020","url":null,"abstract":"We conducted a hospital-based survey among frontline healthcare workers (HCWs) in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during the peak of the 2018-2019 Ebola outbreak. This study aimed to assess HCWs' knowledge, preparedness, and practices regarding the management of suspected Ebola cases, considering the challenges faced by hospitals in Kinshasa. A total of 290 HCWs from 72 healthcare facilities participated in the study (response rate: 83.0%). While all HCWs were aware of Ebola, significant knowledge gaps were identified, particularly regarding transmission routes and clinical symptoms. Only 16% of the participants had received formal Ebola training, and those who received training reported greater confidence in managing suspected cases. Notably, only 28% of HCWs were aware that Ebola could be transmitted through traditional funeral ceremonies and 34% were aware of transmission through contact with contaminated clothing. Adherence to standard precautions, such as hand hygiene (72%) and glove use (63%), was suboptimal, and 47% of the healthcare facilities lacked designated triage areas. These findings emphasize the need for targeted training, better adherence to precautions, and reinforced healthcare infrastructure. Addressing knowledge gaps, especially regarding transmission through funeral practices and contaminated clothing, and enhancing frontline HCWs' preparedness are crucial for improving responses to future Ebola outbreaks and other emerging infectious diseases.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-08-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144794338","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Nationwide heat-related workability loss and adaptation measures: development of a geospatial tool to support work management in heat conditions. 全国与热有关的可操作性损失和适应措施：开发地理空间工具，以支持热条件下的工作管理。

IF 1.8 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-07-25 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2025-0031

Giulia Guerri, Alfonso Crisci, Valerio Capecchi, Michela Bonafede, Alessandro Marinaccio, Marco Morabito

{"title":"Nationwide heat-related workability loss and adaptation measures: development of a geospatial tool to support work management in heat conditions.","authors":"Giulia Guerri, Alfonso Crisci, Valerio Capecchi, Michela Bonafede, Alessandro Marinaccio, Marco Morabito","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2025-0031","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.2486/indhealth.2025-0031","url":null,"abstract":"Heat reduces labor productivity, leading employers to adjust work schedules. However, no international climate service exists for managing heat-related productivity losses. This study estimated summer workability loss (WL) across Italy for various 8-hr work shifts and integrated the data into a WebGIS tool providing municipal-level insights. Global ERA5 climatological data (2009-2017) was downscaled to a 2.5 km grid over Italy and the workability equation calculated WL for different shifts (5am-1pm, 6am-2pm, 7am-3pm, 8am-4pm, 9am-5pm). The data was integrated into the Google Earth Engine (GEE) App for improved visualization. Compared to WL for workers performing high metabolic rate tasks in the sun, WL decreased significantly (p<0.01) for moderate metabolic rate tasks in the sun (60%) and for high metabolic rate tasks in the shade (over 90%). Starting shifts earlier than 9am reduced WL: by 4% starting 1 hour earlier and nearly halving WL starting 4 hr earlier (5am). The GEE \"Worklimate 2.0 App\" (https://ee-worklimate.projects.earthengine.app/view/workabilityloss) visualizes these findings. This study shows that rescheduling work hours and providing shade can significantly reduce WL in Italy, though additional heat adaptation strategies are needed to fully mitigate WL. The GEE App is the first international climate service for analyzing heat-related WL across working shifts.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":1.8,"publicationDate":"2025-07-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144707391","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Factors and their age differences associated with low back pain among Japanese workers: a cross-sectional study. 日本工人腰痛相关因素及其年龄差异：一项横断面研究。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-07-20 Epub Date: 2024-12-19 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2024-0067

Koichi Sato, Kiyohide Tomooka, Setsuko Sato, Takeshi Tanigawa

{"title":"Factors and their age differences associated with low back pain among Japanese workers: a cross-sectional study.","authors":"Koichi Sato, Kiyohide Tomooka, Setsuko Sato, Takeshi Tanigawa","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2024-0067","DOIUrl":"10.2486/indhealth.2024-0067","url":null,"abstract":"This study aimed to examine the factors and their age differences associated with low back pain (LBP), including lifestyle and psychosocial factors, among Japanese workers at a large company. The study population consisted of 25,610 workers (mean ± SD age, 44.7 ± 9.6 yr) who underwent annual health checkups and completed the Brief Job Stress Questionnaire (BJSQ) at a Japanese company in 2017. The self-administered questionnaire was used to assess gender, age, occupation, smoking status, exercise status, alcohol intake, job stress, and sleep duration. LBP presence was assessed using a part of the BJSQ. Multivariable-adjusted logistic regression analyses were performed to examine the factors associated with LBP according to age category. The prevalence of LBP in the study group was 23.3%. After stratification by age, overweight status and job stress were found to be significantly associated with LBP in all age groups. However, smoking status was significantly associated with LBP among individuals aged <40 yr (effect of interaction p=0.03) whereas exercise was significantly associated only among individuals aged ≥40 yr (effect of interaction p<0.01). This study shows that LBP factors may differ by age, highlighting the importance of age-appropriate measures for preventing LBP in workers.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":"319-327"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-07-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12304663/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142854038","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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Effects of different break patterns during driving on cardiovascular responses in male drivers. 驾驶中不同刹车方式对男性司机心血管反应的影响。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-07-20 Epub Date: 2024-12-26 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2024-0144

Xinxin Liu, Hiroki Ikeda, Yuki Nishimura, Shun Matsumoto, Tomohide Kubo

{"title":"Effects of different break patterns during driving on cardiovascular responses in male drivers.","authors":"Xinxin Liu, Hiroki Ikeda, Yuki Nishimura, Shun Matsumoto, Tomohide Kubo","doi":"10.2486/indhealth.2024-0144","DOIUrl":"10.2486/indhealth.2024-0144","url":null,"abstract":"We examined cardiovascular responses during driving and investigated the effects of different break patterns on these responses. Forty-seven males in their 40s and 50s participated, and the protocol included three driving sets with four break patterns. One driving set consisted of 1 h of city driving and 1 h of highway driving. The four break patterns were a 30-min lunch break (short/one: SO, n=12), a 60-min lunch break (long/one: LO, n=12), a 10-min break and a 50-min lunch break (long/two: LT, n=12), and a 10-min break and a 20-min lunch break (short/two: ST, n=11). The results showed that the lunch break was significantly effective in moderating diastolic blood pressure, mean arterial pressure and heart rate for all conditions, but the long-break conditions (LO and LT) were also effective in moderating cardiac output and stroke volume. Additionally, for the same total break length, one longer break was more effective in moderating cardiovascular and subjective burden than two shorter breaks. The results of this study suggest that it is important for drivers to take a lunch break, especially a long break around an hour, to reduce cardiovascular and subjective burden during their shift.","PeriodicalId":13531,"journal":{"name":"Industrial Health","volume":" ","pages":"328-336"},"PeriodicalIF":1.6,"publicationDate":"2025-07-20","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC12304661/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142894217","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}

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A ceramic worker diagnosed with Sjögren's syndrome. 一名陶瓷工人被诊断患有Sjögren综合症。

IF 1.6 4区医学

Industrial Health Pub Date : 2025-07-20 Epub Date: 2025-02-19 DOI: 10.2486/indhealth.2024-0175

Asuman Aslan Kara, Gülden Sari, Adem Koyuncu, Zeynep Öztürk, Ceprail Şimşek

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