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View article: Predicting Discomfort from Workload Parameters – Towards the Design of Comfortable Work
Predicting Discomfort from Workload Parameters – Towards the Design of Comfortable Work Open
Occupational ApplicationsWe present empirical data on how perceived discomfort varies under different loading situations based on analyzed experimental data. We propose mathematical models to calculate endurance time and recovery needs bas…
View article: A generic approach to developing human factors-quality assessment tools exemplified by the warehouse error prevention tool
A generic approach to developing human factors-quality assessment tools exemplified by the warehouse error prevention tool Open
This study proposes a generic approach for creating human factors-based assessment tools to enhance operational system quality by reducing errors. The approach was driven by experiences and lessons learned in creating the warehouse error p…
View article: A new roadmap for an age-inclusive workforce management practice and an international policies comparison
A new roadmap for an age-inclusive workforce management practice and an international policies comparison Open
Background Worldwide, the worker population age is growing at an increasing rate. Consequently, government institutions and companies are being tasked to find new ways to address age-related workforce management challenges and opportunitie…
View article: An assembly organization's approach to conducting ergonomics assessments of nutrunners in the absence of standards
An assembly organization's approach to conducting ergonomics assessments of nutrunners in the absence of standards Open
Repetitive use of handheld nutrunners contributes to the development of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among assembly operators. Tool-using organizations control the physical exposures resulting from nutrunners through their own, company…
View article: A new roadmap for an age-inclusive workforce management practice and an international policies comparison
A new roadmap for an age-inclusive workforce management practice and an international policies comparison Open
Background Worldwide, the worker population age is growing at an increasing rate. Consequently, government institutions and companies are being tasked to find new ways to address age-related workforce management challenges and opportunitie…
View article: Commentary on the Past, Present, and Future of Nursing Workload Research
Commentary on the Past, Present, and Future of Nursing Workload Research Open
The aim of this paper is to enhance readers' understanding of research design strategies, past and present, for studying nursing workloads.Future research directions are also discussed.Nursing workloads are associated with nurse burnout an…
View article: Remarks from an experimental study on human-robot collaborative assembly
Remarks from an experimental study on human-robot collaborative assembly Open
Human robot collaboration is becoming the norm in the workplace, due to the benefits robots can bring to efficiency and production. However, this creates highly complex and dynamic workplaces that human operators need to adapt to. Industry…
View article: Investigating the productivity in different assembly system configurations for a better inclusion of disabled workers
Investigating the productivity in different assembly system configurations for a better inclusion of disabled workers Open
One of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals is focused on decent work and growth which aims to reduce and, finally, remove all barriers for people with a form of diversity like disability. In such a context, manufacturing and …
View article: Human-centric production and logistics system design and management: transitioning from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0
Human-centric production and logistics system design and management: transitioning from Industry 4.0 to Industry 5.0 Open
Industry 4.0 was presented more than a decade ago as the fourth industrial revolution, aiming to significantly raise the level of sophistication of interconnected technologies and thus increase manufacturing industries’ profits. However, b…
View article: A tool to predict physical workload and task times from workstation layout design data
A tool to predict physical workload and task times from workstation layout design data Open
This paper presents the development and proof of concept of a tool to predict worker and system performance using inputs of work element descriptions and hand locations from a seated, light assembly workstation layout. Tool inputs can be o…
View article: A tool to predict physical workload and task times from workstation layout design data
A tool to predict physical workload and task times from workstation layout design data Open
This paper presents the development and proof of concept of a tool to predict worker and system performance using inputs of work element descriptions and hand locations from a seated, light assembly workstation layout. Tool inputs can be o…
View article: Computer models in healthcare shed light on the roots of missed care in system design: Nurse workload
Computer models in healthcare shed light on the roots of missed care in system design: Nurse workload Open
This commentary has been inspired by the recent editorial in JAN on missed nursing care and cultures of busyness (Jackson, 2023). We do not rebut any of the content in this excellent overview of the issue of missed care – but offer here an…
View article: ICN 2021 Presentation - Modelling the impact of nursing workload on care quality - A proactive planning tool
ICN 2021 Presentation - Modelling the impact of nursing workload on care quality - A proactive planning tool Open
This is a presentation from ICN 2021 which showcases the team's work using discrete event simulation and digital human modelling to quantify nurse workload and care quality which can be used to proactively plan staffing policies and work d…
View article: Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools
Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools Open
This presentation features the design of a discrete event simulation tool to test various organizational design and staffing policies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients and to determine the impact of such decisions on nurse workload an…
View article: CHWN 2022 Presentation
CHWN 2022 Presentation Open
This presentation features the development of a discrete event simulation model to predict nursing workload and patient care quality for COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 scenarios.
View article: STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 - Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators Using Simulation
STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 - Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators Using Simulation Open
This is a presentation from the STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 that presents the team's work on using discrete event simulation to quantify nurse workload and care quality.
View article: ICN 2021 Presentation - Modelling the impact of nursing workload on care quality - A proactive planning tool
ICN 2021 Presentation - Modelling the impact of nursing workload on care quality - A proactive planning tool Open
This is a presentation from ICN 2021 which showcases the team's work using discrete event simulation and digital human modelling to quantify nurse workload and care quality which can be used to proactively plan staffing policies and work d…
View article: CHWN 2022 Presentation
CHWN 2022 Presentation Open
This presentation features the development of a discrete event simulation model to predict nursing workload and patient care quality for COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 scenarios.
View article: STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 - Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators Using Simulation
STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 - Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators Using Simulation Open
This is a presentation from the STTI Healthy Work Environment Conference 2021 that presents the team's work on using discrete event simulation to quantify nurse workload and care quality.
View article: Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools
Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools Open
This presentation features the design of a discrete event simulation tool to test various organizational design and staffing policies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients and to determine the impact of such decisions on nurse workload an…
View article: Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools
Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools Open
This poster features the design of a discrete event simulation tool to test various organizational design and staffing policies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients and to determine the impact of such decisions on nurse workload and qual…
View article: Using Computerized Simulation to Quantify Nurse & Healthcare Aides’ Workload, Fatigue Levels, and Patient Care Quality, in Complex Continuing Care Settings
Using Computerized Simulation to Quantify Nurse & Healthcare Aides’ Workload, Fatigue Levels, and Patient Care Quality, in Complex Continuing Care Settings Open
This handout provides an overview of the CCC Project in terms of literature background, methodology, research objectives, and prospective organizational outcomes.
View article: Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools
Quantifying Nurse Workload and Care Quality Indicators with Simulation: Future Health Human Resources Decision Support Tools Open
This poster features the design of a discrete event simulation tool to test various organizational design and staffing policies for the treatment of COVID-19 patients and to determine the impact of such decisions on nurse workload and qual…
View article: Using Computerized Simulation to Quantify Nurse & Healthcare Aides’ Workload, Fatigue Levels, and Patient Care Quality, in Complex Continuing Care Settings
Using Computerized Simulation to Quantify Nurse & Healthcare Aides’ Workload, Fatigue Levels, and Patient Care Quality, in Complex Continuing Care Settings Open
This handout provides an overview of the CCC Project in terms of literature background, methodology, research objectives, and prospective organizational outcomes.