Human Factors and Training: Introduction

Human factors research has led to safer interactions between motorists through redesigned signage, roadway designs, and training. Similar efforts are needed to understand and improve interactions between cyclists and motorists. One challenge to safe motorist-cyclist interactions are expectations about where cyclists should be on the road. In this study, we utilize more directive signage and additional lane markings to clarify where cyclists should ride in the travel lane. The impact of these signifiers was examined by having motorists indicate where cyclists should ride in the lane, how difficult it was to determine the correct lane position, and how safe they would feel if they were in that lane position. Results indicate that more directive signage – “bicycles take the lane”-and painted hazard signifiers can change motorists’ expectations, so they are more aligned with safer cyclist positioning in the lane.

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Machine Learning and Human Factors: Status, Applications, and Future Directions

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/1541931218621031 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 62 (1) ◽

pp. 135-138 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Nathan Lau ◽

Lex Fridman ◽

Brett J. Borghetti ◽

John D. Lee

Keyword(s):

Machine Learning ◽

Human Factors ◽

Interaction Design ◽

Intelligent Systems ◽

Consumer Products ◽

Learning Approaches ◽

Future Directions ◽

Industrial Systems ◽

Human Factors Research ◽

And Training

As machine learning approaches ubiquity in industrial systems and consumer products, human factors research must attend to machine learning, specifically on how intelligent systems built on machine learning are different from early generations of automated systems, and what these differences mean for human-system interaction, design, evaluation and training. This panel invites five researchers in different domains to discuss how human factors can contribute to machine learning research and applications, as well as how machine learning presents both challenges and contributions for human factors.

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A Human Factors Evaluation of Backhoe Control Designs and Related Safety Issues

Proceedings of the Human Factors Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/107118138002400116 ◽

1980 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 49-53

Author(s):

James A. Turpin ◽

Edward B. Costanza

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Field Study ◽

Critical Incident ◽

Control Design ◽

Design Recommendations ◽

Safety Issues ◽

Control Designs ◽

And Training ◽

Standard Arrangement

A field study was conducted in which the control arrangements of four major backhoe models were investigated. The existing designs are compared to design recommendations presented in the literature to assess their compatibility. The issue of standardization of operator controls on an industry-wide basis is addressed on the premise that safety would be improved and training times reduced if a standard arrangement were implemented. Critical incident interviews were collected in an effort to verify the hypothesis that safety problems are associated with inadequate control design and lack of standards. Recommendations for mechanical and procedural changes that may enhance production as well as safety are included.

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An Evolution of Tutoring and Training from Humans to Intelligent Systems: Human Factors Considerations

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/154193120905302603 ◽

2009 ◽

Vol 53 (26) ◽

pp. 1898-1902

Author(s):

Jessica M. Ray ◽

John S. Barnett

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Intelligent Tutoring Systems ◽

Intelligent Systems ◽

Tutoring Systems ◽

Technological Advances ◽

Effective Form ◽

Computer Based ◽

Training Research ◽

Learning Issues ◽

And Training

As training researchers and developers, we strive to understand and produce effective and efficient training. Research suggests the most effective form of instruction is individualized human tutoring. Yet this is rarely the most efficient form of instruction monetarily or in instructor time. Technological advances and a vision of effective, yet more efficient, computer based tutors has led to the development of sophisticated new training technologies such as Intelligent Tutoring Systems (ITSs). These systems have yet to reach their full forecast potential. In this paper we theorize that issues key to successful advancement of ITSs are human factors issues. Primary of these issues is determining how technology mediation impacts not only cognition, but also other key learning issues such as affect, emotions, motivation, and trust.

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Human Systems Integration (HSI) Education and Training: It'S not Just Human Factors on Steroids!

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/154193120605000601 ◽

2006 ◽

Vol 50 (6) ◽

pp. 767-770

Author(s):

Lawrence G. Shattuck ◽

Michael Drillings ◽

Jacqueline Foxx ◽

Robert Lindberg ◽

Nita Lewis Miller

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Systems Integration ◽

Education And Training ◽

Human Systems Integration ◽

And Training ◽

Human Systems

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Accidental Shootings: Gun Design and Training Issues

Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/154193120104501102 ◽

2001 ◽

Vol 45 (11) ◽

pp. 823-827 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Paul Paradis ◽

Hal W. Hendrick

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Current Design ◽

And Training

Ergonomic issues related to gun design are described, with particular attention to trigger design and forces, safeties, and grip size. Problems with the current design of courses and instruction in handgun use are reviewed. Gun design and training issues are illustrated using three actual cases of accidental shootings. The need for human factors professionals to become involved in improving handgun design, handgun training, and in forensic activities related to shooting accidents, is emphasized.

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‘Rise of the Machines’: Human Factors and training for robotic-assisted surgery

BMJ Surgery, Interventions, & Health Technologies ◽

10.1136/bmjsit-2021-000100 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 3 (1) ◽

pp. e000100

Author(s):

Fiona Kerray ◽

Steven Yule

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Robotic Assisted ◽

Robotic Assisted Surgery ◽

And Training

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Development of a Cost Effective Training System for Roof Bolt Equipment Operators

Proceedings of the Human Factors Society Annual Meeting ◽

10.1177/1071181380024001115 ◽

1980 ◽

Vol 24 (1) ◽

pp. 443-443

Author(s):

L. Bruce McDonald

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Training Programs ◽

Cost Effective ◽

Training System ◽

Working Environment ◽

Roof Bolt ◽

Effective Training ◽

Reasonable Cost ◽

And Training ◽

Safe Working

The objective of this paper is to present two concepts which may assist fellow human factors personnel in selling safety and training programs to hard nosed managers in industry and government. Most often, proposed training and safety programs are presented to management as a means of making employees happy and safe. The justification for the program is that management owes its employees a happy and safe working environment. However, managers are judged by their superiors based on the extent to which they provide a product or service at a reasonable cost.

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