PURPOSES : This study aimed to secure the work space in alarm valve rooms to ensure stable working conditions for the engineers. METHODS : We analyzed situations where alarm valve room work spaces were inadequately secured posing a problem. Using the Ovako working posture analysis system (OWAS) method, we measured the body size of adult male technicians and their tools to analyze the actual space needed for them to maintain a healthy posture while working. On this basis, we proposed regulations governing workspace size and acceptable durations for unstable body postures. RESULTS : By measuring valve room work space and technician body size, we found that the workspace was inadequate for technicians. Applying OWAS showed that securing more space in the valve room improved the construction stability. CONCLUSIONS : Regulations on valve room size and appropriate work space for technicians will improve construction and inspection stability. This reduces the probability of poor construction and inadequate inspection, increasing the reliability of the firefighting facility system.

OO상수도 밸브실은 하부 PILE 미설치로 인하여 부등침하가 발생하였으며, 이로 인해 벽체 이격, 상부슬래브 균열, 배 관 접속부 파손 등이 발생하였다. 부등침하로 인한 밸브실 및 배관의 안전성 확보여부를 구조해석을 통해 확인하고 보 수·보강 공법을 제시하고자 한다.