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Defining critical safety behaviors in a point-of-view video observation study of tree fallers at work.
MedLine Citation:
PMID:  22069927     Owner:  NLM     Status:  In-Process    
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
This study aimed to characterize the use of five critical safety behaviors by tree fallers at different skill levels, and to test the feasibility of using a helmet camera to observe work activities directly in a remote environment. Small cameras were mounted on standard hard-hats. Video data were obtained for pairs of fallers at four different skill levels, from beginning students to professional fallers. Critical action steps during tree episodes were coded and compared. Critical action steps for fallers were successfully distinguished during work activities. Notable differences were observed among fallers in different skill categories and between individual fallers. This study found that the helmet camera worked well for observing faller work behavior, and that point-of-view video observation may be used to evaluate student loggers and training programs. We also found that professional fallers may have been exposed to increased hazard; care should be observed with helmet cameras designed for professionals.
Authors:
Terry R Hammond; Gary Rischitelli; Jeff A Wimer
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Publication Detail:
Type:  Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't    
Journal Detail:
Title:  International journal of occupational and environmental health     Volume:  17     ISSN:  1077-3525     ISO Abbreviation:  Int J Occup Environ Health     Publication Date:    2011 Oct-Dec
Date Detail:
Created Date:  2011-11-10     Completed Date:  -     Revised Date:  -    
Medline Journal Info:
Nlm Unique ID:  9505217     Medline TA:  Int J Occup Environ Health     Country:  United States    
Other Details:
Languages:  eng     Pagination:  301-6     Citation Subset:  IM    
Affiliation:
Center for Research on Occupational and Environmental Toxicology, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA. terryh@pdx.edu
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