A Pilot Study of Human Factors in SAR.

Abstract

During three visual detection experiments, the USCG R&D Center collected human factors information. Various human factor parameters thought intuitively to affect the performance of a lookout were measured and analyzed. These included experience level, time on watch, amount of sleep, and lookout position. In addition, Hidden Pattern and Figure Tests were administered to the lookout subjects in these studies. This report presents the results of this pilot study. Lookout subjects from HH-3F and HH-52A helicopters, 82-ft patrol boats (WPBs), 210-ft medium endurance cutters (WMECs), and 41-ft small utility boats (UTBs) were included. Time on watch was found to have a marked influence on performance of lookouts on surface units. A marginal relationship was found between test scores and performance. Data from an experiment dedicated to human factors parameters is necessary for a proper investigation. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1982
Accession Number
ADA117917

Entities

People

  • D. I. Remondini
  • D. L. Good
  • L. Nash
  • M. L. Everson
  • M. Light

Organizations

  • United States Coast Guard Research & Development Center

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms
  • C4I
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aircrafts
  • Block Island
  • Block Island Sound
  • Coast Guard
  • Computer Programs
  • Databases
  • Detection
  • Fixed Wing Aircraft
  • Helicopters
  • Life Rafts
  • Military Research
  • Observers
  • Pilot Studies
  • Regions
  • Search And Rescue
  • Statistics
  • Target Detection

Readers

  • Aviation Science / Aeronautics.
  • Circadian Sleep-Wake Regulation and Chronobiology
  • Maritime Security/Maritime Homeland Security