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이동식크레인 작업의 중대재해예방을 위한 표준 리스크 평가 지수 개발 (건설업을 중심으로) (Development of Standard Risk Indicators for the Prevention of Serious Accidents in Mobile Crane Operations (Focused on Construction Industry))

  • 최종국;이종우
    • 한국재난정보학회 논문집
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    • 제19권3호
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    • pp.719-728
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    • 2023
  • 연구목적: 이동식크레인은 높은 사망률에 기여하는 기계로 최근 6년간(2016~2021) 사고사망사례 중 건설업 2,574건을 분석한 고위험요인(SIF)정보에서 이동식크레인의 사고는 총 61건의 재해가 발생하였다. 현장의 안전대책에도 불구하고 제대로 활용이 안되고 있다. 본 연구에서는 표준 리스크 평가 지수를 제시하여 사고예방에 기여하고자 한다. 연구방법: 전문가 면담과 사망사고 사례분석, 현장실태분석, 문헌조사를 통해 위험성평가의 4M방식의 표준 리스크 평가 지수 방법을 제시하고자 한다. 연구결과: 현장 8개현장 위험성평가를 분석한 결과 재해예방에 실질적인 기여를 할 수 없다는 결론을 얻었으며, 표준 리스크 평가 지수 방식의 개선방안으로 적용하여야 한다. 결론: 건설현장에서 표준 리스크 평가 지수방식으로 전환함으로써 안전보건관계자 및 근로자가 쉽게 이용할 수 있고 재해감소에 기여할 수 있을 것으로 제안한다.

Effects of heavy metal lead on differential cell counts in occupationally-exposed subjects from Saudi Arabia

  • Abjal P. Shaik;Abbas H. Alsaeed;Asma S. Shaik;Abdullah A. Alyousef;Vamsee K. Bammidi;Kiranmaye Sampathirao
    • Advances in environmental research
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    • 제11권1호
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    • pp.31-38
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    • 2022
  • The current observational epidemiological study analyzed blood lead levels (BLLs) in occupationally exposed workers from Riyadh region, Saudi Arabia and correlated them with the alterations in the differential cell populations of the WBC panel (lymphocytes [Lym %], mixed [Mid %] cells, and neutrophils [Neu %]). In addition, we examined the effect of confounding factors and their relation to BLLs. BLLs were estimated using the LeadCare II analyzer and hematological parameters using the ADVIA 120 analyser. An inferential analysis was conducted to detect association between the observations and the subjects' clinical characateristics. A total of 132 male subjects were included in the final analyses. Based on CDC guidelines, the subjects were categorized as Group I (BLL <10 ㎍/dL; n=118) or Group II (BLL >10 ㎍/dL; n=14) with average BLLs of 4.4 ㎍/dL and 18.1 ㎍/dL, respectively (p <0.0001). The percentages of Mid cells (p <0.0001) and neutrophils (p=0.048), were significantly altered in subjects with High BLL. A regression analysis indicated that subjects > 50 years of age had significantly higher BLLs (53.2 ㎍/dL) than younger age sub-groups (p <0.0001). Age, education, and profession were significant predictors for lead toxicity. Pb exposure is a major public health issue in Saudi Arabia and calls for further investigations on the cellular and molecular effects on hematological system.

Analysis of Relationship between Construction Accidents and Particulate Matter using Big Data

  • Lee, Minsu;Jeong, Jaewook;Jeong, Jaemin;Lee, Jaehyun
    • 국제학술발표논문집
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    • The 9th International Conference on Construction Engineering and Project Management
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    • pp.128-135
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    • 2022
  • Because construction work is conducted outdoors, construction workers are affected by harmful environmental factor. Especially, Particulate Matter (PM10) is one of the harmful environmental factors with a diameter of 10㎍/m3 or less. When PM10 is inhaled by human, it can cause fatal impact on the human. Contrary to the various analyses of health impact on PM10, the research on the relationship between construction accidents and PM10 are few. Therefore, this study aims to conduct the relative frequency analysis which find out the correlation between construction accidents and PM10, and the modified PM10 grade is suggested to expect accidents probability caused by PM10 in the construction industry. This study is conducted by four steps. i) Establishment of the database; ii) Classification of data; iii) Analysis of the Relative Frequency of accidents in the construction industry by PM10 concentration; iv) Modified PM10 groups to classify the impact of PM10 on accident. In terms of frequency analysis, the most accidents were occurred in the average concentration of PM10 (32㎍/m3). However, we found that the relative frequency of accident was increased as the concentration of PM10 increased. This means the higher PM10 concentration can cause more accidents during construction. In addition, PM10 concentration was divided as 6 groups by the WHO, but the modified PM10 grade by the relative frequency on accident was suggested as 3 groups.

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의료기관 내 사내기업가정신 확산 요인에 대한 탐색 : 사내 혁신·창업 공모전 참가자의 관점에서 (Exploring Factors of Corporate Entrepreneurship within Medical Institutions : Focusing on the Perspective of Participants in the In-house Innovation & Start-up Contest)

  • 한재훈;박병태;박병진
    • 한국병원경영학회지
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    • 제27권4호
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    • pp.36-55
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    • 2022
  • Purpose: This study explores the diffusion factors of corporate entrepreneurship among members of medical institutions. Methodology/Approach: The study explores the case of Granum Sinapis Center at Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, the first medical institution to establish a support organization for "innovation and start-up" as well as examines the changes in individual perceptions of participants in the institution's in-house contest. Among the 140 participants in the 2nd Contest held in 2022, seven participants were selected for interview in consideration of their job occupation and years of service. In-depth interviews were conducted for each individual. Findings: The participants applied for the contest under the direct and indirect influence of co-workers as well as compensatory factors. An individual's corporate entrepreneurial characteristics can be innate or acquired. The participants of the in-house contest had a positive experience in contrast to the existing organizational culture. The results reveal that emotional support from top and middle managers, along with the role of dedicated departments, can affect innovative behavior. Practical Implications: Contest participants reported personal growth, improved job satisfaction, and a change in perception of the organizational culture; they expressed their willingness to recommend. The results confirm the need to support such systems and shift focus to managerial (emotional) support and dedicated resources for developing individual entrepreneurship.

국내 방사선종사자 피폭 분류체계 개선에 관한 연구 (Study on the Improvement of the Radiation Work Field Classification System in Republic of Korea)

  • 박수희;한지영;김용민
    • 한국방사선학회논문지
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    • 제17권2호
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    • pp.267-275
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    • 2023
  • 전 세계적으로 방사선종사자들의 피폭 기록은 관심의 대상이며 피폭이 일어나는 분야에 대한 분석이 수행되고 있다. 한국에서는 유관부처에 따라 보건복지부, 농림축산식품부, 원자력안전위원회에서 종사자들의 피폭을 11개 업종으로 나누어 기록을 수집 분석하고 있다. 그러나 이러한 분류 체계는 유엔방사선영향과학위원회를 비롯한 주요 국가들의 분류 체계와는 정합성이 부족하다. 국내의 종사자 피폭 분류 체계는 명확한 분류 기준이 없고 업종 특성 등을 반영해주지 못하고 있다. 유엔방사선영향과학위원회의 분류 체계를 바탕으로 국내의 분류 체계를 핵주기 분야, 의료분야, 산업분야, 그 외 분야(교육/연구, 군사/공공)의 5개 대분류 체계와 그에 따른 세 분류 및 직군 분류를 본 연구를 통해 제안하였다.

중대재해처벌법의 주요쟁점 해소 방안 (Analysis of Major Issues in the Serious Accidents Punishment Act (SAPA))

  • 조춘환
    • 한국건설안전학회 논문집
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    • 제5권1호
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    • pp.17-24
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    • 2023
  • 본 연구 목적은 산업재해로 인한 사망자와 부상자가 너무 많다는 비판이 오랫동안 지속되어 온 부분과 근로자의 죽음은 한사람의 죽음뿐만 아니라 그와 연결된 많은 사람들과 사회 전체에 악영향을 미친다는 문제임은 분명히 인식하고 엄중한 '중대재해처벌법'의 필요성은 공감을 하고 있다. 그러나 현행 중대재해처벌법은 노사 양측에서 애매하다는 논란의 여지가 있어 환영받지 못하고 있는 점과 안전보건 확보 의무를 위반한 경영책임자는 처벌과 입법 내용이 추상적이며 처벌 수위가 지나치다는점을 제언한다. 그리고 경영책임자의 해석과 중대산업재해의 애매한 부분으로 대부분의 기업들이 법률해석과 자문을 받고자 대형 로펌을 기용하므로 로펌만 배불리는 양상을 만들고, 기업은 CEO를 보호하기 위해 투입하는 비용은 정작 안전사고 예방비용으로 들어가야 하므로 모호성을 갖고 있는 지금의 시행령은 개정되어야 할 필요성이 있다는 것을 제언한다.

Dose metrology: TLD/OSL dose accuracy and energy response performance

  • Omaima Essaad Belhaj;Hamid Boukhal;El Mahjoub Chakir;Meryeme Bellahsaouia;Siham Belhaj;Younes Sadeq;Mohammed Tazi;Tahar El Khoukhi;Maryam Hadouachi;Khaoula Laazouzi
    • Nuclear Engineering and Technology
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    • 제55권2호
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    • pp.717-724
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    • 2023
  • An essential step in evaluating and comparing the performance of two passive radiation dosimeter types, thermosluminescent (TLD) and optically stimulated luminescence (OSL), used by workers in environments with ionizing radiation for individual radiological monitoring and control of external exposure at various times (cumulative dose for 1 month), is to compare the measured dose accuracy, energy response, and coefficient of variation. In fact this performance study consists in determining the accuracy of both R(10) and R(0.07) which are considered as the ratios of the measured dose (Hp(10) or Hp(0.07)) to the delivered dose (Hp(10) or Hp(0.07)) for each photon energy. The validity of the results of this test is based on the acceptance limits of the ICRP and the international standard IEC-62387. The relative energy response used is normalized to the 137Cs 662 keV energy to find which energy response is closest to the ideal case, and the coefficient of variation that allows to determine the statistical fluctuation of the Hp(10) and Hp(0.07) doses. The results of the accuracy test for the OSL and TLD dosimeters are acceptable because they fall within the ICRP limits. For the energy response, the OSL performs better than the TLD for Hp(10) and Hp(0.07), and for the coefficient of variation, the OSL satisfies the requirements of ISO 62387 for both Hp(10) and Hp(0.07), while the TLD satisfies these requirements only for the measurement of Hp (0.07).

Review of Shielding Evaluation Methodology for Facilities Using kV Energy Radiation Generating Devices Based on the NCRP-49 Report

  • Na Hye Kwon;Hye Sung Park;Taehwan Kim;Sang Rok Kim;Kum Bae Kim;Jin Sung Kim;Sang Hyoun Choi;Dong Wook Kim
    • 한국의학물리학회지:의학물리
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    • 제33권4호
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    • pp.53-62
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    • 2022
  • In this study, we have investigated the shielding evaluation methodology for facilities using kV energy generators. We have collected and analysis of safety evaluation criteria and methodology for overseas facilities using radiation generators. And we investigated the current status of shielding evaluation of domestic industrial radiation generators. According to the statistical data from the Radiation Safety Information System, as of 2022, a total of 7,679 organizations are using radiation generating devices. Among them, 6,299 facilities use these devices for industrial purposes, which accounts for a considerable portion of radiation. The organizations that use these devices evaluate whether the exposure dose for workers and frequent visitors is suitable as per the limit regulated by the Nuclear Safety Act. Moreover, during this process, the safety shields are evaluated at the facilities that use the radiation generating devices. However, the facilities that use radiating devices having energy less than or equal to 6 MV for industrial purposes are still mostly evaluated and analyzed according to the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements 49 (NCRP 49) report published in 1976. We have investigated the technical standards of safety management, including the maximum permissible dose and parameters assessment criteria for facilities using radiation generating devices, based on the NCRP 49 and the American National Standards Institute/Health Physics Society N.43.3 reports, which are the representative reports related to radiation shielding management cases overseas.

전통주에 어울리는 한국음식에 대한 인식 (Consumers Perception of Korean Foods Compatible with Traditional Korean Liquors)

  • 서선희;이지은
    • 한국식생활문화학회지
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    • 제24권1호
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    • pp.1-9
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    • 2009
  • The purpose of this research was to investigate consumers' perceptions of foods that are most compatible with traditional Korean liquors. The study participants were a total of 402 customers who visited traditional Korean bars. Thirty-eight percent of the participants drank alcohol once or twice a week, and overall, 79% drank with friends or co-workers. Forty-three percent spent 30,000-40,000 won on alcoholic drinks, and half of them frequently drank distilled Soju whereas 27% drank beer. Those who drank traditional Korean liquor chose to do so because they viewed it as good for their health and the beverage was tasty. Participants selected Yakju/Baekseju (47.5%), Bokbunjaju (21.1%), and Takju/Makgeoli (8.2%) as the most compatible Korean traditional liquors with Korean traditional foods. The most compatible foods with Yakju were identified as Haemulpajeon (11.8%), Dubukimchi (9.8%), and Bossam/Suyuk/Pyeonyuk (7.5%). Bokbunjaju was viewed as a good match with Jangeogui (8.1%), Hunjeori (6.5%), and Saengseonhoe (6.4%). The respondents perceived Deodeokgui (6.7%), Saengseonhoe (5.9%), and Dubukimchi (5.6%) as the most compatible foods with Yakju with mushrooms. Chengju was viewed as a good pairing with Eomuktang (9.2%), Altang/Maeuntang (7.2%), and Saengseonhoe (6.8%). The respondents thought Takju went well with Haemulpajeon (17.7%), Dubukimchi (14.2%), and Kimchijeon (11.7%). And finally, Altang/Maeuntang (11.8%), Samgyeopsalgui (8.7%), and Honghaptang/Jogaetang (8.1%) were mentioned as the most compatible foods with distilled Soju.

Performance Evaluation of SDN Controllers: RYU and POX for WBAN-based Healthcare Applications

  • Lama Alfaify;Nujud Alnajem;Haya Alanzi;Rawan Almutiri;Areej Alotaibi;Nourah Alhazri;Awatif Alqahtani
    • International Journal of Computer Science & Network Security
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    • 제23권7호
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    • pp.219-230
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    • 2023
  • Wireless Body Area Networks (WBANs) have made it easier for healthcare workers and patients to monitor patients' status continuously in real time. WBANs have complex and diverse network structures; thus, management and control can be challenging. Therefore, considering emerging Software-defined networks (SDN) with WBANs is a promising technology since SDN implements a new network management and design approach. The SDN concept is used in this study to create more adaptable and dynamic network architectures for WBANs. The study focuses on comparing the performance of two SDN controllers, POX and Ryu, using Mininet, an open-source simulation tool, to construct network topologies. The performance of the controllers is evaluated based on bandwidth, throughput, and round-trip time metrics for networks using an OpenFlow switch with sixteen nodes and a controller for each topology. The study finds that the choice of network controller can significantly impact network performance and suggests that monitoring network performance indicators is crucial for optimizing network performance. The project provides valuable insights into the performance of SDN-based WBANs using POX and Ryu controllers and highlights the importance of selecting the appropriate network controller for a given network architecture.