Improving Healthcare Practice Through the Implementation of Human Factors and Ergonomics Principles

Objective Present a collection of papers focusing on improving healthcare practice through the implementation of human factors and ergonomics principles that were presented at the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) 2021 international conference. Background The mission of the IEA is to elabor...

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Published in:Human factors 2024-03, Vol.66 (3), p.633-635
Main Authors: Bitan, Yuval, Sasangohar, Farzan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Delivery of Health Care
Ergonomics
Health care
Human factors
Humans
International conferences
Principles
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Summary:Objective Present a collection of papers focusing on improving healthcare practice through the implementation of human factors and ergonomics principles that were presented at the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) 2021 international conference. Background The mission of the IEA is to elaborate and advance ergonomics science and practice and to expand its scope of application. Method We reviewed papers that were submitted for presentation at the IEA 2021 international conference and focused on improving healthcare practice through the implementation of human factors and ergonomics principles. Results The eight papers that are included in this special issue cover varied aspects of human factors application and implementation. Conclusion This special issue provides clear evidence that the science of human factors is relevant and is continuing to grow and so is its implementation in healthcare. Application This special issue offers a selection of applied works, providing a wide scope of human factors guidelines, methods, and theories in healthcare work environments.
ISSN:0018-7208
1547-8181
1547-8181
DOI:10.1177/00187208221119887