SUSTAINABLE THE IMPACT OF INDOOR AIR QUALITY ON OCCUPANCY STRESS LEVEL IN WARSHIP: SYSTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW
Keywords:
indoor air quality, Systematic Literature Review, Occupancy Stress Level, Self-EfficacyAbstract
Indoor air quality (IAQ) plays a critical role in influencing the health, comfort, and psychological performance of individuals operating in enclosed and confine space such as warships. However, research regarding the impact of IAQ on occupancy stress level in warship remains challenging due to the limited number of studies. Therefore, this study aims to conduct a systematic literature review on the impact of IAQ on stress levels among warship crew. The methodology is based on a systematic literature review that employs the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA). A comprehensive search was conducted across Scopus, Google Scholar, Web of Science, ProQuest, and ScienceDirect databases, covering literature published between 2020 and 2025. The review process includes three main methodological steps: identification, screening, and eligibility, followed by the PRISMA checklist. Three key themes were found: (a) IAQ– physical parameter and indoor air contaminant, (b) Self-efficacy– vicarious experience and performance outcomes, and (c) Stress – response and trigger. A factor analysis confirmed the validity of the thematic structure and reinforced the interconnection between environmental conditions and psychological outcomes. The findings provide valuable knowledge gaps for future studies. This review supports Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles by advocating for sustainable and health-centric practices in maritime environment
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