Using eye-tracking to investigate strategy and performance of expert and novice control room operators

Koffskey, Christina

doi:10.31390/gradschool_theses.3353

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“…To scan effectively a watchkeeper must know how to make the best use of their eyes' natural capabilities and train themselves to do this repeatedly. This idea was proven in 1980's when video gamers trained to use efficient visual scanning patterns showed better performance than those who received random pattern training or no training at all [36]. Likewise, airline pilots have a long history of using recommended visual scan methods for keeping an effective lookout.…”

Section: Window Wiper Scan Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Analysis and Optimisation of Best Practice for Proper Lookout at Night

Khalique,

Bury,

Loughney

2024

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A significant proportion of accidents appear to be caused by a lack of maintaining a 'proper lookout' on a ship's bridge. The root cause for these accidents could be the result of watchkeeper's lack of awareness of requirements to maintain a proper lookout. This paper utilises the authors' proposed definition of this term and then discusses the outputs from a study on improving watchkeeper behaviour carried out in ship bridge simulators, using eye tracking devices. The study involves applying the proposed method of carrying out visual search scans together with underlining distractions caused by Multifunction Displays (MFDs) found on modern ship bridges. Based on the findings, the paper evaluates the impact of the proposed scan method for maintaining a proper lookout, reduction in distractions caused by MFDs and discusses how it is almost impossible to achieve a complete dark adaptation with the presence of MFDs and other lighting on modern ship bridges. This research offers a solution to control these risks through risk assessment, together with training and education for watchkeepers to overcome these issues. This study is expected to contribute significantly to improving watchkeeper's behaviour in maintaining lookout and application of the proposed scan method.

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Section: Window Wiper Scan Methodsmentioning

confidence: 99%