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Implementation or continuous design? The contribution of human factors and engineering to healthcare quality and patient safety
Published in Frances Rapport, Robyn Clay-Williams, Jeffrey Braithwaite, Implementation Science, 2022
As outlined above, in order to improve the design, implementation, acceptance, and impact of healthcare interventions, HFE advocates for a deep understanding of the actual work and work system. Therefore, the continuous design process requires involvement of the people who are at the centre of the work system. HFE has developed a range of participatory design approaches, also known as participatory ergonomics. In healthcare, participatory ergonomics has been applied to improve the physical design of work (Driessen et al. 2010), the design of the bedside rounding process in a paediatric hospital (Xie et al. 2015), and the safety of inpatient medication management (Ibrahim Shire, Jun, and Robinson 2020).
Designing for Veterans
Published in Rupa S. Valdez, Richard J. Holden, The Patient Factor, 2021
Arjun H. Rao, Farzan Sasangohar
This section details patient ergonomics efforts, being carried out by researchers in the Applied Cognitive Ergonomics (ACE) Lab at Texas A&M University, to address veterans’ mental health. Specifically, this case study guides the reader through a user-centered design of an mHealth application (app) to enable continuous monitoring and self-management of mental health conditions. We detail our data collection efforts to better understand veterans’ experiences with PTSD, the barriers they face, and app functionalities they believed would help them better manage their condition. In addition, we highlight important factors to consider for conducting participatory ergonomics with the veteran population. Figure 7.1 illustrates the timeline of events and the three-phased research approach employed by the team for the design of a veteran-centered intervention.
A systematic review of methodologies and techniques for integrating ergonomics into development and assessment of manually operated equipment
Published in International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 2022
Neelesh K. Sharma, Mayank Tiwari, Atul Thakur, Anindya K. Ganguli
Design based on the methodologies is found to be less time consuming and more productive as they follow an already approved proper channel for the design. The Pugh controlled convergence method suggests a model including the convergence of design concept, evaluation through the matrix and ideation for equipment design. FMECA uses a chart to determine the probability of failure against the severity of their effect. The participatory ergonomics approach suggests the inclusion of workers in developing and implementing changes in the equipment. The KJ method is a technique for idea generation that is achieved through individual brainstorming, sharing ideas, grouping and voting. HCD promotes human involvement in the design-related problem-solving process.
Participatory approaches to workplace safety management: bridging the gap between behavioral safety and participatory ergonomics
Published in International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 2020
Kristen A. Rost, Alicia M. Alvero
Within the field of ergonomics, participatory ergonomics is a broad concept that that refers to the use of various forms of participation and participative techniques in the workplace. Haines and Wilson [11] and Haines et al. [41] developed and validated what is probably the most well-formed framework for participatory ergonomics that exists in the literature today. Their participatory ergonomics framework (PEF) outlines nine important dimensions along which participatory ergonomics initiatives may vary. The authors’ primary objective in developing the PEF was to form a conceptual framework for understanding participatory ergonomics by outlining dimensions that should be considered when initiatives are developed and implemented.
What do the different ergonomic interventions accomplish in the workplace? A systematic review
Published in International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics, 2022
Rashid Heidarimoghadam, Iraj Mohammadfam, Mohammad Babamiri, Ali Reza Soltanian, Hassan Khotanlou, Mohammad Sadegh Sohrabi
Favorable interventions implemented were ergonomic training programs and participatory ergonomics programs. These two interventions were identified as the least cost-consuming ergonomic interventions in the workplace. Focusing specifically on participatory ergonomics, Rivilis et al.’s review [9] found moderate evidence that participatory ergonomics interventions had a positive impact on musculoskeletal-related symptoms. In the present review, there were also no strong evidence based on the permanent significant impact of participatory ergonomics on the ergonomic outputs of studies.