Evaluating Occupational Heat Stress and Kidney Function Among Workers in the Expanding Renewable Energy Sector

Ahmad Faiz; Siti Aminah

doi:10.71222/03zxcf91

Authors

Ahmad Faiz Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Management & Science University, Shah Alam, Malaysia Author
Siti Aminah Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Management & Science University, Shah Alam, Malaysia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.71222/03zxcf91

Keywords:

occupational heat stress, kidney function, renewable energy sector, workplace health, environmental monitoring

Abstract

This research article value occupational heat stress and its impact on kidney function among worker in the energy sector. With the enlargement of energy industries, specially in part with high ambient temperature, the risk of heat-connect sickness is increase. This survey palpably apply a sundry-methods approach, combine physiological data collection, environmental monitoring, and statistical analysis to assess the prevalence of heat stress and its correlativity with kidney function markers. Punctuate the demand for point interventions, results indicate a significant relationship between prolonged heat exposure and early mark of kidney dysfunction. The findings bestow to health policies and emphasise the importance of mitigate heat stress in this grow men.

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