Human factors evaluation of remote afterloading brachytherapy. Volume 2, Function and task analysis

People with diabetes are at risk for diabetic retinopathy (DR), a leading cause of blindness. Early treatment can preserve sight; however, screening rates are low. We utilized psychological theories of motivation in tandem with human factors tools such as heuristic evaluation and task analysis to develop interventions to improve screening rates at a single clinic. Interventions addressed the system of screening, from the patients and their choices to clinic workers, device usability, and the clinic environment. Findings showed potential solutions to the screening issue situated within the theory of planned behavior. Future steps are to refine interventions and measure effectiveness.

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Combination of Human Reliability Analysis and Task Analysis in Human Factors Engineering

Advances in Human Error, Reliability, Resilience, and Performance - Advances in Intelligent Systems and Computing ◽

10.1007/978-3-319-60645-3_10 ◽

2017 ◽

pp. 96-103

Author(s):

Jinggong Liu ◽

Shiguang Deng ◽

Xiufeng Tian ◽

Xinwei Liu ◽

Kunxiu Liu

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Reliability Analysis ◽

Task Analysis ◽

Human Factors Engineering ◽

Human Reliability ◽

Human Reliability Analysis ◽

And Task

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The role of Human Factors Engineering (HFE) and task analysis in maximizing human-centred design in a SCOT reactor

Contemporary Ergonomics and Human Factors 2012 ◽

10.1201/b11933-29 ◽

2012 ◽

pp. 111-112

Author(s):

Charles van Schalkwyk ◽

Alfred Seet

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Task Analysis ◽

Human Factors Engineering ◽

Human Centred Design ◽

And Task

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Human factors evaluation of teletherapy: Function and task analysis. Volume 2

10.2172/95579 ◽

1995 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

R.D. Kaye ◽

K. Henriksen ◽

R. Jones ◽

D.S. Morisseau ◽

D.I. Serig

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Task Analysis ◽

And Task

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Improving Genetics Clinic Efficiency and Capacity Using Design and Human Factors Methods

Proceedings of the International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care ◽

10.1177/2327857921101133 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 10 (1) ◽

pp. 204-210

Author(s):

Maryam Attef ◽

Mireille Cloutier ◽

Meredith Gillespie ◽

Chantal Trudel ◽

Kym Boycott

Keyword(s):

Human Factors ◽

Task Analysis ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Time On Task ◽

Prenatal Genetics ◽

Factors Influencing ◽

Number Of Patients ◽

Clinic Efficiency ◽

Before And After ◽

Improve Access

This quality improvement study focused on developing an understanding of factors influencing the ability of prenatal genetics counsellors (GCs) to efficiently see patients during the COVID-19 pandemic and strategies to improve their workflow using techniques from human factors and design. The demand for Prenatal Genetics Clinics is rising which has increased pressure on GCs to become more efficient. Genetics counsellors can improve access to their services by reducing the time spent on the tasks performed before and after a genetic counselling encounter, thereby increasing the number of patients they see. We were limited to certain methods to understand the differences in workflow before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study involved a literature review, archival analysis of workflow studies conducted before the pandemic, stakeholder meetings and mapping, a brainstorming session, as well as documenting time-on-task in a diary and naturalistic observation sessions. A task analysis was developed to identify factors influencing efficiency related to the design of the space, processes and the use of artefacts. Virtual and on-site workflows show that GCs spend at least half of their time on tasks before and/or after the patient’s appointment. Looking at potential inefficiencies or bottlenecks in workflow formed the development of a strategic plan for improving GC workflows at the prenatal Genetics Clinic. Improvements suggested through this analysis were constrained to support the current number of healthcare providers working within the existing space configuration.

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