Background Occupational heat strain (ie, the effect of environmental heat stress on the body)
directly threatens workers' ability to live healthy and productive lives. We estimated the …

The present comprehensive review (i) summarizes the current knowledge on the impacts of
occupational heat stress on outdoor workers,(ii) provides a historical background on this …

Background The adverse effects of heat on workers' health and work productivity are well
documented. However, the resultant economic consequences and productivity loss are less …

With the demographic and workforce ageing, ageism has been reflected in the work context.
Ageism can be defined as stereotypes, prejudice and/or age-based discrimination. It is a …

During the last decades, humanity experiences an increasing demographic change. The
relative percentage of older people is growing, while fewer young employees are entering …

Workers in many industries are required to perform arduous work in high heat-stress
conditions, which can lead to rapid increases in body temperature that elevate the risk of …

Heat exhaustion is part of a spectrum of heat-related illnesses that can affect all individuals,
although children, older adults, and those with chronic disease are particularly vulnerable …

BACKGROUND: Worldwide ageing and thus, workforce ageing, is a concern for both
developed and developing nations. OBJECTIVE: The aim of the current research was to …

Rising environmental temperatures represent a major threat to human health. The activation
of heat advisories using evidence-based thresholds for high-risk outdoor ambient …

Population ageing is acknowledged as a global trend affecting the manufacturing workforce.
The progressive age-related decline of human capabilities may lead to an increase in …