| Title |
Analysis of Infection Control Effectiveness Based on Policies in Indoor Spaces of Educational Facilities |
| Authors |
이종직(Lee, Jong-jik) ; 안창범(Ahn, Chang-bum) ; 윤인석(Yoon, In-seok) ; 박문서(Park, Moon-seo) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2024.40.5.207 |
| Keywords |
Infectious Disease; Transmission Risk; Facility management; Evaluation Metrics; Indoor space; pedestrian Simulation |
| Abstract |
To address COVID-19 concerns, governments have implemented Non-Pharmacological Interventions (NPIs) and treatment-focused policies,
particularly in densely populated areas like schools. These measures, including partial closures and time restrictions, raise concerns about
socioeconomic impacts. This investigation aims to identify infection factors in academic settings, develop a pedestrian traffic simulation model,
establish risk thresholds for disease spread, and conduct policy experiments and impact analyses. Various intervention methods were assessed,
such as classroom zoning and movement restrictions, finding that spatial compartmentalization alone is ineffective. However, limiting free
movement reduces contact time and infection risk. Nonetheless, intervention effectiveness varies based on student population and density,
highlighting the need for further research to recommend optimal strategies based on school size and enrollment. This study aims to support
schools and institutions in improving infection control policies and offer practical guidance for decision-making in this area. |