Japan's human refrigerator
Japan has developed a wearable cooling device dubbed a 'human refrigerator' as Australia braces for its hottest ever summer. No further technical details are provided in the article.
Could Japan's wearable 'human refrigerator' help tradies survive Australia's hottest ever summer?
Outdoor tradies like builders, roofers, and painters face heat risks in summer. Wearable cooling tech could affect worksite safety planning.
Key takeaways
- Japan has invented a wearable cooling device called a 'human refrigerator'.
- Australia is predicted to face its hottest ever summer, raising heat risk concerns.
- Outdoor trades workers are among those most exposed to extreme heat on the job.
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