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An analysis on satisfaction of protective clothing for riot policewomen

여자경찰 기동대원들의 경찰보호복에 대한 착용실태 및 만족도에 관한 연구

  • Kim, Jihyeon (Dept. of Clothing and Textile, Graduate School, Kunkook University) ;
  • Kim, Hyosook (Dept. of Clothing and Textile, Graduate School, Kunkook University)
  • 김지현 (건국대학교 대학원 의류학과) ;
  • 김효숙 (건국대학교 대학원 의류학과)
  • Received : 2014.03.19
  • Accepted : 2014.04.16
  • Published : 2014.04.30
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Abstract

This study is to examine the satisfaction of protective clothing for riot policewomen. The protective clothing that riot policewomen currently wear are not suitable for them because they are structurally designed for men. A survey was conducted about satisfaction of protective clothing for 190 riot policewomen who work in Seoul and Gyeonggi province. This study focused on functionality and comfort of the protective clothing. It examined overall condition of protective clothing and policewomen's satisfaction in terms of safety, activity, fitness, comfort, convenience and design. The first three aspects were examine to measure its functionality and the last three to measure its comfort. Most results show under 3 out of 5 point in terms of functions and comfort level. In conclusion, it is strongly recommended that new design which fits better to women according to their body structures and sizes as well as new fabric materials that permeability better are needed.

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