"Oxygen consumption was monitored in ten men exposed to a range of air velocities and air temperatures while performing standing physical work at two different activity levels. The neck was identified as the most draught sensitive area. While air temperature influenced draught ratings at the hands and face, the percentage of dissatisfied subjects due to draught at the head region did not depend on the air temperature. Working at a high activity level resulted in fewer dissatisfied persons, compared to a low activity level. The metabolic rate, equivalent to the internal heat production, significantly influenced human response to air movements."

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