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Work clothing and cold sensitivity among poultry workers in Thailand: differences between subgroups
Wisanti Laohaudomchok1, Wantanee Phanprasit1, Pajaree Konthonbut1
1Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Summary
Poultry workers in Thailand experience varying cold exposure. Clothing insulation (Icl) was lower for office workers and those with higher BMI, but higher for older workers, women, and alcohol consumers.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Environmental Physiology
- Textile Science
Background:
- Cold-related risks in poultry farming are significant but poorly understood.
- Clothing insulation (Icl) is a key factor in mitigating cold exposure.
- Variations in Icl among poultry workers in Thailand require investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess clothing insulation (Icl) levels among Thai poultry workers.
- To identify subgroups with differing Icl and potential cold sensitivity.
- To inform targeted interventions for cold-related harm reduction.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 283 poultry workers in Thailand.
- Comparison of clothing insulation (Icl) values across demographic and job-specific subgroups.
- Statistical adjustment for confounding factors.
Main Results:
- Average worksite temperature was 3.8°C with an average Icl of 1.23 clo.
- Office workers had significantly lower Icl (-0.38 clo) than other roles.
- Higher BMI, older age, weekly alcohol consumption, female gender, and light work were associated with higher Icl.
Conclusions:
- Office workers in poultry facilities may require enhanced protective clothing.
- Certain worker subgroups exhibit higher clothing insulation, indicating potential cold sensitivity.
- Tailored preventive strategies are crucial for vulnerable groups in Thailand's poultry industry to minimize cold-related risks.
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