Mining Publication: Effective Hazard Recognition Training using a Latent-Image, Three-Dimensional Slide Simulation Exercise
Original creation date: January 1995
The U.S. Bureau of Mines (USBM) conducted experiments to determine if training using a latent- image, three-dimensional (3-D) slide simulation exercise improved miners' ability to recognize roof and rib hazards. The effectiveness of this innovative type of classroom training was investigated by measuring workers' performance on a hazard recognition task. The study was unique in that hazard recognition skills were assessed in the workplace using actual coal mine roof and rib hazards. Results showed that training with a latent-image, 3-D slide simulation exercise significantly improved each subject's performance on the in-mine hazard recognition task. Further, the USBM researchers concluded that transfer of learning from the classroom to the workplace occurred.
Authors: EA Barrett, KM Kowalski
Report of Investigations - January 1995
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 10005695
Pittsburgh, PA: U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Mines, Report of Investigations 9527. NTIS stock number: PB95-170379, 1995 Jan; :1-36
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- Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program