Investigation of an odor source in Changwon City using multi-monitoring methods. A case study of Korea

It is a regular occurrence for residents living near industrial plants to complain regarding odor problems. Those plants may also try to protect themselves from liability by demonstrating some environmental evidence. An investigation to prove whether the accused industrial complex is the major source of released odors among several potential sources of odor problems was carried out using the combination of measurement techniques. The multi-monitoring methods comprise utilizations of olfactory system, questionnaire, electronic detector and chemical analysis. This study demonstrated the achievement of integrating scientific monitoring methods to support the enforcement of odor acts for management in the industrial city.