Firefighting

The cognitive process of wildland fire chainsaw troubleshooting: Structure, content, and training

Sub-domain:

Firefighters

CTA Method(s):

ACTA

Application(s):

Technology, Training

Publication Year:

2019

Lead Author:

Elliot Nauert

Description:

Cognitive task analysis conducted to examine the troubleshooting process of an expert wildland fire sawyer. Researcher interviewed one SME to highlight areas where training and job aids may be improved to support wildland firefighters in chainsaw troubleshooting.

Full Reference:

Nauert, E. & Gillan, D. (2019). The cognitive process of wildland fire chainsaw troubleshooting: Structure, content, and training. Proceedings of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Annual Meeting, 63, 1676-1680. https://doi.org/10.1177/1071181319631536.

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