Japanese workplaces test human-sized cooling booths during heatwave
A Japanese firm’s walk-in cooling unit is being trialled at worksites as employers look for ways to protect staff in extreme summer temperatures.
Workplaces across Japan are testing a human-sized cooling booth as the country endures a severe heatwave, according to reports from France 24 and Asharq Al-Awsat. The device is designed to help workers cool down quickly before returning to hot conditions.
The unit, developed by a Japanese company, functions like a large fridge that a person can step into. It has been installed at some worksites as employers seek practical ways to reduce heat stress during the summer peak.
Japan has faced repeated periods of extreme heat in recent years, putting pressure on companies to improve worker safety. The trials reflect a broader push to adapt workplaces to hotter conditions as temperatures rise.
The reports did not say how widely the booths are being used or whether the company plans a larger rollout. They were published on August 25 and August 30.
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