摘要: |
This report describes an analysis of crew workload and fatigue on Coast Guard cutters. Descriptive measures were obtained on five cutters of three types under normal operations. Evidence of mild fatigue, specifically daytime sleepiness and a degradation of vigilance performance, was observed in many crew members. This study documented levels of workload, performance, and fatigue found in normal, daily Coast Guard cutter operations. Principles of industrial chronohygiene were considered in light of the analysis of crew member sleep patterns, circadian rhythms, and watch schedules. This analysis led to recommendations for watch schedule alternatives that may reduce the probability of crew daytime sleepiness and vigilance performance degradation. |