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The rail human factors/ergonomics community has grown quickly and
extensively, and there is much increased recognition of the vital
importance of ergonomics/human factors by rail infrastructure
owners, rail operating companies, system developers, regulators and
national and trans-national government. This book, the fourth on
rail human factors, is drawn from papers presented at the London
4th International Conference on Rail Human Factors. The
contributions cover the range of human and organisational issues on
the railway, from driving to signalling and control to maintenance
and engineering work, to passengers and security issues such as
trespass, and address improvements in safety, reliability, use of
capacity, efficiency and quality. The book represents the best of
recent work in rail human factors, and starts to define the
framework for the next few years. As well as the human factors
areas listed above, the conference and thus the book are notable
for sessions on simulation in rail human factors and on human
factors in metro design and operation. The book also reflects the
increased attention being paid to, and developments in,
understanding all aspects of rail stakeholders behaviour, and also
the contribution of ergonomics/human factors to innovative network
control systems which will enhance reliability, safety and use of
capacity. The book will be of interest to a number of groups: those
working in the rail sector from a human factors point of view; the
larger rail industry and related bodies generally; and in terms of
transferrable knowledge to ergonomists and human factors
specialists working in other industries.
The rail human factors/ergonomics community has grown quickly and
extensively, and there is much increased recognition of the vital
importance of ergonomics/human factors by rail infrastructure
owners, rail operating companies, system developers, regulators and
national and trans-national government. This book, the third on
rail human factors, is drawn from papers presented at the Lille 3rd
International Conference on Rail Human Factors. The contributions
cover the range of human and organisational issues on the railway,
from driving to signalling and control to maintenance and
engineering work, to passengers and security issues such as
trespass, and address improvements in safety, reliability, use of
capacity, efficiency and quality. The book represents the best of
recent work in rail human factors, and starts to define the
framework for the next few years. As well as the human factors
areas listed above, the conference and thus the book are notable
for sessions on simulation in rail human factors and on human
factors in metro design and operation. The book also reflects the
increased attention being paid to, and developments in,
understanding all aspects of rail stakeholders behaviour, and also
the contribution of ergonomics/human factors to innovative network
control systems which will enhance reliability, safety and use of
capacity. The book will be of interest to a number of groups: those
working in the rail sector from a human factors point of view; the
larger rail industry and related bodies generally; and in terms of
transferrable knowledge to ergonomists and human factors
specialists working in other industries.
This book is based on an international symposium on the Ergonomics
of Working Postures, at Zadar. It explores fairly specific areas of
occupational ergonomics with the purpose of drawing together major
current trends.
The rail human factors/ergonomics community has grown quickly and
extensively, and there is much increased recognition of the vital
importance of ergonomics/human factors by rail infrastructure
owners, rail operating companies, system developers, regulators and
national and trans-national government. This book, the fourth on
rail human factors, is drawn from papers presented at the London
4th International Conference on Rail Human Factors. The
contributions cover the range of human and organisational issues on
the railway, from driving to signalling and control to maintenance
and engineering work, to passengers and security issues such as
trespass, and address improvements in safety, reliability, use of
capacity, efficiency and quality. The book represents the best of
recent work in rail human factors, and starts to define the
framework for the next few years. As well as the human factors
areas listed above, the conference and thus the book are notable
for sessions on simulation in rail human factors and on human
factors in metro design and operation. The book also reflects the
increased attention being paid to, and developments in,
understanding all aspects of rail stakeholders' behaviour, and also
the contribution of ergonomics/human factors to innovative network
control systems which will enhance reliability, safety and use of
capacity. The book will be of interest to a number of groups: those
working in the rail sector from a human factors point of view; the
larger rail industry and related bodies generally; and in terms of
transferrable knowledge to ergonomists and human factors
specialists working in other industries.
The rail human factors/ergonomics community has grown quickly
and extensively, and there is much increased recognition of the
vital importance of ergonomics/human factors by rail infrastructure
owners, rail operating companies, system developers, regulators and
national and trans-national government. This book, the third on
rail human factors, is drawn from papers presented at the Lille 3rd
International Conference on Rail Human Factors. The contributions
cover the range of human and organisational issues on the railway,
from driving to signalling and control to maintenance and
engineering work, to passengers and security issues such as
trespass, and address improvements in safety, reliability, use of
capacity, efficiency and quality.
The book represents the best of recent work in rail human factors,
and starts to define the framework for the next few years. As well
as the human factors areas listed above, the conference and thus
the book are notable for sessions on simulation in rail human
factors and on human factors in metro design and operation. The
book also reflects the increased attention being paid to, and
developments in, understanding all aspects of rail stakeholders
behaviour, and also the contribution of ergonomics/human factors to
innovative network control systems which will enhance reliability,
safety and use of capacity.
The book will be of interest to a number of groups: those working
in the rail sector from a human factors point of view; the larger
rail industry and related bodies generally; and in terms of
transferrable knowledge to ergonomists and human factors
specialists working in other industries."
Following on from 2005's Rail Human Factors: Supporting the
Integrated Railway, this book brings together an even broader range
of academics and practitioners from around the world to share their
expertise and experience on rail human factors. The content is both
comprehensive and cutting-edge, featuring more than 55 chapters
addressing the following topics: c Passengers and public c Driver
performance and workload c Driving and cognition c Train cab and
interfaces: simulation and design c Routes, signage, signals and
drivability c Signalling and control of the railway c Planning for
the railway c Engineering work and maintenance c Level crossings c
Accidents and safety c Human error and human reliability c SPADs:
signals passed at danger c Human factors integration and standards
c Impairments to performance c Staff competencies and training.
People and Rail Systems: Human Factors at the Heart of the Railway
will be invaluable for all those concerned with making railways
safer, more reliable, of higher quality and more efficient. It will
be essential reading for policy-makers, researchers and industry
around the world.
Many organizations worldwide are currently exploring the potential
gains to be made from working with virtual teams. Although many
different things are meant by use of 'virtual' (and indeed by
'teams'), usually it denotes groups of people with common purpose
and goals working in different locations and often different time
zones; they will be interconnected via a variety of
telecommunications networks, perhaps including the Internet and
intranet, video conferencing, shared white boards, as well as
telephone, mail and e-mail. For organizations implementing such
virtual teams there is a great need for guidance, in terms of the
organizational structure and support which needs to be put in
place. This book offers a practical guide to developing virtual
teams, providing both an overview of what is involved and also a
clear simple framework around which organizations can build their
own implementation process. Although the different support
technologies are discussed (at a generic level), the thrust of the
book is on the organizational and human factors issues which must
be addressed to make virtual teams a success. It contains detailed
case studies to show how virtual teams work and where they can go
wrong.
A study in the philosophy of mind, centred on the problem of
'intentionality' the sense in which emotions can be said to have
objects, their relation to these objects, and the implications of
this relation for our understanding of human action and behaviour.
Dr Wilson sets his enquiry against a broad historical background on
what distinguishes man from inanimate objects by describing both
Cartesian view of man is matter plus mind and the
neo-Wittgensteinian view that there is a dynamic behavioural
difference - causal notions being often inapplicable to human
action. Dr Wilson goes on to show the controversies and arguments
that arise from the notion of intentionality cannot be analysed in
causal terms. Dr Wilson believes that this notion can be shown
causally and sets out to prove it. Finally, he brings this argument
to a larger context mentioning that it has far-reaching effects in
natural and social sciences.
Many organizations worldwide are currently exploring the potential
gains to be made from working with virtual teams. Although many
different things are meant by use of 'virtual' (and indeed by
'teams'), usually it denotes groups of people with common purpose
and goals working in different locations and often different time
zones; they will be interconnected via a variety of
telecommunications networks, perhaps including the Internet and
intranet, video conferencing, shared white boards, as well as
telephone, mail and e-mail. For organizations implementing such
virtual teams there is a great need for guidance, in terms of the
organizational structure and support which needs to be put in
place. This book offers a practical guide to developing virtual
teams, providing both an overview of what is involved and also a
clear simple framework around which organizations can build their
own implementation process. Although the different support
technologies are discussed (at a generic level), the thrust of the
book is on the organizational and human factors issues which must
be addressed to make virtual teams a success. It contains detailed
case studies to show how virtual teams work and where they can go
wrong.
This open access volume presents a comprehensive account of all
aspects of biological invasions in South Africa, where research has
been conducted over more than three decades, and where bold
initiatives have been implemented in attempts to control invasions
and to reduce their ecological, economic and social effects. It
covers a broad range of themes, including history, policy
development and implementation, the status of invasions of animals
and plants in terrestrial, marine and freshwater environments, the
development of a robust ecological theory around biological
invasions, the effectiveness of management interventions, and
scenarios for the future. The South African situation stands out
because of the remarkable diversity of the country, and the wide
range of problems encountered in its varied ecosystems, which has
resulted in a disproportionate investment into both research and
management. The South African experience holds many lessons for
other parts of the world, and this book should be of immense value
to researchers, students, managers, and policy-makers who deal with
biological invasions and ecosystem management and conservation in
most other regions.
Written by experts with real-world experience in applying
ergonomics methodology in a range of contexts, Evaluation of Human
Work, Fourth Edition explores ergonomics and human factors from a
"doing it" perspective. More than a cookbook of ergonomics methods,
the book encourages students to think about which methods they
should apply, when, and why. Now in its fourth edition, the editors
have again brought together a team of world-renowned experts and
created a forum for them to discuss and debate their most valued
approaches. See What's New in the Fourth Edition: Significant
change of authorship and content in each chapter Five new chapters
covering inclusive design, situation awareness, neuroergonomics,
ergonomics and quality, and standards in ergonomics design and
evaluation Discussion of the idea of reflective practice and
Ergonomics/Human Factors Examination of the systems perspective now
prevalent in the field Coverage of new tools and the relationship
between these physiologically measured parameters and theoretical
concepts such as workload, fatigue, stress, or effort In addition
to being a foundational text, the book is an authoritative
reference for practising ergonomists. Completely revised and
updated, this fourth edition retains the features that have made
the book a perennial favorite. After reading each chapter you will
feel as though you understand the context of how to practise
ergonomics and what aspects of method selection and implementation
you should consider. The book provides a guide to the benefits
ergonomics and human factors can offer industry, business, or human
service professionals.
Ecologists, land managers and policymakers continue to search for
the most effective ways to manage biological invasions. An emerging
lesson is that proactive management can limit negative impacts,
reduce risks and save money. This book explores how to detect and
respond to alien plant incursions, summarising the most current
literature, providing practical recommendations and reviewing the
conditions and processes necessary to achieve prevention,
eradication and containment. Chapter topics include assessing
invasiveness and the impact of alien plants, how to improve
surveillance efforts, how to make timely management decisions, and
how legislation and strategic planning can support management. Each
chapter includes text boxes written by international experts that
discuss topical issues such as spatial predictive modelling,
costing invasions, biosecurity, biofuels, and dealing with conflict
species.
Human and organizational factors have a substantial impact on the
performance of planning and scheduling processes. Despite
widespread and advanced decision support systems, human decision
makers are still crucial to improve the operational performance in
manufacturing industries. In this text, the state of the art in
this area is discussed by experts from a wide variety of
engineering and social science disciplines. Moreover, recent
results from collaborative studies and a number of field cases are
presented. The text is targeted at researchers and graduate
students, but is also particularly useful for managers,
consultants, and system developers to better understand how human
performance can be advanced.
Human and organizational factors have a substantial impact on the
performance of planning and scheduling processes. Despite
widespread and advanced decision support systems, human decision
makers are still crucial to improve the operational performance in
manufacturing industries. In this text, the state of the art in
this area is discussed by experts from a wide variety of
engineering and social science disciplines. Moreover, recent
results from collaborative studies and a number of field cases are
presented. The text is targeted at researchers and graduate
students, but is also particularly useful for managers,
consultants, and system developers to better understand how human
performance can be advanced.
Ecologists, land managers and policymakers continue to search for
the most effective ways to manage biological invasions. An emerging
lesson is that proactive management can limit negative impacts,
reduce risks and save money. This book explores how to detect and
respond to alien plant incursions, summarising the most current
literature, providing practical recommendations and reviewing the
conditions and processes necessary to achieve prevention,
eradication and containment. Chapter topics include assessing
invasiveness and the impact of alien plants, how to improve
surveillance efforts, how to make timely management decisions, and
how legislation and strategic planning can support management. Each
chapter includes text boxes written by international experts that
discuss topical issues such as spatial predictive modelling,
costing invasions, biosecurity, biofuels, and dealing with conflict
species.
This open access volume presents a comprehensive account of all
aspects of biological invasions in South Africa, where research has
been conducted over more than three decades, and where bold
initiatives have been implemented in attempts to control invasions
and to reduce their ecological, economic and social effects. It
covers a broad range of themes, including history, policy
development and implementation, the status of invasions of animals
and plants in terrestrial, marine and freshwater environments, the
development of a robust ecological theory around biological
invasions, the effectiveness of management interventions, and
scenarios for the future. The South African situation stands out
because of the remarkable diversity of the country, and the wide
range of problems encountered in its varied ecosystems, which has
resulted in a disproportionate investment into both research and
management. The South African experience holds many lessons for
other parts of the world, and this book should be of immense value
to researchers, students, managers, and policy-makers who deal with
biological invasions and ecosystem management and conservation in
most other regions.
Understanding how to make the best of human skills and knowledge is essential in the design of technology and jobs, particularly where these involve decision-making and uncertainty. Recent developments have been made in naturalistic decision-making, distributed cognition and situational awareness, particularly with respect to aviation, transport and strategic planning, the nuclear industry and other high-risk industries. Despite the integration of computer-based support systems in production scheduling in recent years, the reality is that most enterprises consist of reactive re-scheduling, involving a high degree of human involvement. It is often with the insight, knowledge and skills of people that scheduling skills can function with any degree of success. Human Performance in Planning and Scheduling covers many industries, including clothing, steel, machine tools, paper/board, and the automobile industry. Using international case studies from various manufacturing industries, they highlight the fact that the human scheduler is a pivotal element in the scheduling process. Each section of the book includes an introduction with an overview of the material to follow, clearly identifying themes, discussion points and highlights inter-connections between the authors' work. eBook available with sample pages: 0203305949
Using international case studies from various manufacturing
industries, this book highlights the human scheduler as a pivotal
element in the scheduling process. An interdisciplinary panel,
drawing on expertise from fields such as management science,
operations management, ergonomics, human factors, work psychology,
industrial engineering, and computer science, present a fundamental
re-examination of the core planning and scheduling processes that
allow businesses to deliver their products and services to the
market. Highlighting inter-connections between the chapter authors'
work, each section includes an overview of the material covered,
clearly identified themes, and discussion points.
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