A study on work environment measurement in painting work on board

Abstract

 Painting is an essential work for ship maintenance. Various types of paints are also used on training ship. Organic solvents contained in paints have caused health problems for workers. On the training ship, measures such as ventilation and the wearing of gas masks are taken when painting work is conducted inside the ship. However, the concentration measurements of organic solvents were not performed on the training ship. The purpose of this study is to measure the concentration of organic solvents to understand their harmfulness, consider ways to improve the working environment, and contribute to maintaining the health of the crew and cadets who carry out painting work.