Distraction ‘on the buses’: A novel framework of ergonomics methods for identifying sources and effects of bus driver distraction

Paul M Salmon; K L Young; M Regan

doi:10.1016/j.apergo.2010.07.007

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Distraction ‘on the buses’: A novel framework of ergonomics methods for identifying sources and effects of bus driver distraction

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Distraction ‘on the buses’: A novel framework of ergonomics methods for identifying sources and effects of bus driver distraction

Paul M Salmon, K L Young and M Regan

Applied Ergonomics, Vol.42(4), pp.602-610

2011

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.apergo.2010.07.007

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distraction

bus drivers

ergonomics methods

task analysis

Driver distraction represents a significant problem in the public transport sector. Various methods exist for investigating distraction; however, the majority are difficult to apply within the context of naturalistic bus driving. This article investigates the nature of bus driver distraction at a major Australian public transport company, including the sources of distraction present, and their effects on driver performance, through the application of a novel framework of ergonomics methods. The framework represents a novel approach for assessing distraction in a real world context. The findings suggest that there are a number of sources of distraction that could potentially distract bus drivers while driving, including those that derive from the driving task itself, and those that derive from the additional requirements associated with bus operation, such as passenger and ticketing-related distractions. A taxonomy of the sources of bus driver distraction identified is presented, along with a discussion of proposed countermeasures designed to remove the sources identified or mitigate their effects on driver performance.

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Title: Distraction ‘on the buses’: A novel framework of ergonomics methods for identifying sources and effects of bus driver distraction
Authors: Paul M Salmon (Author) - Monash University
K L Young (Author) - Monash University
M Regan (Author) - French National Institute for Transport and Safety Research, France
Publication details: Applied Ergonomics, Vol.42(4), pp.602-610
Publisher: Pergamon
Date published: 2011
DOI: 10.1016/j.apergo.2010.07.007
ISSN: 0003-6870
Organisation Unit: Centre for Human Factors and Systems Science; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; School of Law and Society
Language: English
Record Identifier: 99450403602621
Output Type: Journal article

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