| Document ID (ISN) | 78068 |
| CIS number |
02-483 |
| ISSN - Serial title |
0815-6409 - Journal of Occupational Health and Safety - Australia and New Zealand |
| Year |
1999 |
| Convention or series no. |
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| Author(s) |
Fenner P., Leahy S., Buhk A., Dawes P. |
| Title |
Prevention of drowning: Visual scanning and attention span in lifeguards |
| Bibliographic information |
Feb. 1999, Vol.15, No.1, p.61-66. 24 ref. |
| Abstract |
The safety of the swimming public is dependent on effective continuous scanning techniques by lifeguards patrolling the area. Similar scanning skills are needed in other professions which require concentration for repetitive, monotonous or boring tasks. These include airline pilots, air search and rescue personnel, and long-distance train or bus drivers. To date, very little has been published on effective methods for lifeguards to use when scanning their area of responsibility. Techniques that influence visual scanning effectiveness and concentration spans, or assist in the prevention of boredom, are presented and discussed. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
visual tasks; drowning; swimming pools; vigilance tasks |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
repetitive work; concentration ability; road transport; aircraft; rail transport; drivers |
| Document type |
D - Periodical articles |
| Country / State or Province | Australia |
| Subject(s) |
Ergonomics and work organization
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Stress, psychosocial factors
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Vigilance
Entertainment services and sports
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