Cold Environment measurements

Cold Environment Measurements
Cold Environment Measurements

Temperature and humidity in working environments are important factors that determine thermal comfort. Above normal humid and hot air not only disturbs the employees, but also the fact that the heat is lower than the values ​​determined in terms of thermal comfort is also directly related to the productivity and health of the employees.

According to various research results, in order to provide thermal comfort in the working environment, the ambient temperature must be at least 26 degrees. Likewise, in an environment where the air conditioning system operates for cooling purposes, the temperature must be average 23 degrees.

According to ASHRAE standards published in the USA, the most suitable climatic conditions in the working environments are that the temperature is between 20-25 degrees and the humidity is between 30-60. Employee body temperature, the clothes worn on them and the thermal comfort provided in the working environment are important factors. In addition, the movements required by the work affect the thermal comfort. This is because sitting or standing work affects body temperature.

At the same time, the optimal value for air flow in a healthy and efficient working environment is 150 mm / s. If this current exceeds the current 510 mm / s, the operating environment is considered breezy. When 100 is below mm / s, the environment is airless.

As a result, in terms of thermal comfort conditions in working environments, the ambient temperature should be at a level that will not disturb the employees. Cold working environments, which are below the specified average values, are an important factor that decreases productivity in production while adversely affecting the health of employees. At the same time, in order to avoid possible work accidents, the temperature of the working environment should be appropriate according to the field of activity and the power spent by the employees.

Thermal comfort conditions are also measured by the authorized laboratories within the scope of personal exposure measurements and cold ambient measurements are performed. The relevant standards and legal requirements are complied with in these measurements.