EXOSKELETONS IN REDUCING PHYSICAL STRAIN ON FIREFIGHTERS. OUTLINE OF THE PROBLEM DOI Creative Commons

Aleksandra Kamila Zagórska

Zeszyty Naukowe SGSP, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 1(92), P. 103 - 116

Published: Dec. 30, 2024

Given the growing demands placed on firefighters during rescue operations, there is a needto explore modern technologies that could support their work. One promising solution in this field isthe use of exoskeletons, biomechanical devices reduce physical load wearer.The aim research was to outline current state knowledge reducing physicalload through exoskeletons and identify prospective directions for thecontinuation research. This paper sought provide comprehensive overview theexisting literature worldwide fire service, emphasising theirpotential impact burden faced by firefighters. The focus designissues, principles operation conclusions regarding practical application. Particularattention paid analyses potential health benefits, such as reduced musculoskeletal loadand improved ergonomics.The study outlined picture well indicateddirections further development assist rescueoperations.

Language: Английский

Technology and the changing nature of work DOI
Tara S. Behrend, Daniel M. Ravid, Cort W. Rudolph

et al.

Journal of Vocational Behavior, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 154, P. 104028 - 104028

Published: July 25, 2024

Language: Английский

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“No, this is NOT Performative Allyship!”: An introduction to the point–counterpoint exchange on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives DOI Creative Commons
Marie T. Dasborough

Journal of Organizational Behavior, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: Oct. 29, 2024

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have become central to organizational strategies across various sectors. These initiatives, aimed at fostering a more inclusive representative workplace, sparked considerable debate among practitioners scholars (Hellerstedt et al., 2024; Opoku-Dakwa & Rice, 2023; Prasad Śliwa, Thomason 2023). While some are of the belief that DEI is beneficial necessity for organizations, others questioned how effective really if they any real long-term impact. Recently, tensions around these debates risen despite research advances, many challenges remain (DiTomaso, Roberson Sitzmann, In this point–counterpoint exchange, we present two compelling perspectives on current state future workplace programs. first article, "DEI Programs' Emphasis Symbolism: Causes Consequences," Ariel Levi Yitzhak Fried examine proliferation programs through critical lens. The authors argue societal pressures driven organizations adopt symbolic measures diversity, such as mission statements units, which often focus appearance than substantive change. This emphasis, suggest, results in unintentional adverse outcomes, allegations insincerity recurrent establishment progressively unattainable diversity objectives. also highlight risks prioritizing visible (e.g., race, gender) over deeper aspects expertise), potentially undermining true benefits diverse workforce. They champion circumspect approach program development implementation. counterpoint "Despite Haters: Immense Promise Progress Initiatives" by Christine Nittrouer, David Arena Jr., Elisabeth Silver, Derek Avery, Mikki Hebl, promotes positive impact promise initiatives. emphasize historical roots significant progress has been achieved. face pushback blowback "the haters," underscore empirical evidence supporting effectiveness discuss successful both representation emerge from By engaging responsible science gathering trustworthy data, contend outweigh possible short-term risks, presenting hopeful outlook efforts. introduction article begins with quote Voltaire warns against allowing perfectionism stand way what good. When I read quote, could not help but be reminded spirited scholarly JOB surrounding value emotional intelligence (Daus Ashkanasy, 2005; Landy, 2005), still ongoing years later (Dasborough 2022). notion quickly cutting down something new because desired yet clear think should wary of. As argue, idea perfect shut can use incremental knowledge gained keep developing improving scientific There so much learned about given blind spots exist. addition learning financial performance, need social performance ethical outcomes (Van Bommel 2024). To do this, high quality intervention studies demonstrate valid (see, example, Kazmi 2022; Lau Moving forward, carefully study technological advances outcomes. Recent developments led optimism Chao 2024) fears Abdelhalim 2024), especially artificial our goal encourage dialog best promote genuine within organizations. It too early say "go do-do bird, destined extinction," Antonakis called respect concept (Antonakis 2009). predict just like debate, skepticism will spur future. With well-respected providing evidence-based suggestions helping implement practices Burnett Aguinis, an society good everyone there reasons optimistic challenges. None. no conflict interest. Marie T. Dasborough Professor Management University Miami Herbert Business School. She received her PhD Organizational Behavior Queensland Australia. editor Annual Review Conceptual Development Issue Point-Counterpoint Journal serves board Southern Association. Dr. Dasborough's fields include leadership, emotions, teamwork. authored articles outlets Academy Review, Applied Psychology, Ethics, Behavior, Leadership Quarterly, Management. data.

Language: Английский

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Educable learning-oriented multilevel shared autonomy for inclusive mobility and healthcare DOI Creative Commons
Frédéric Vanderhaegen, Corentin Ascone

ITM Web of Conferences, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 69, P. 03004 - 03004

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

This paper proposes a new paradigm based on educable learning for multilevel shared autonomy between humans and machines future inclusive mobility or healthcare. Multilevel is presented from the perspective of three groups process: group interactive supports, roles machine in course sources targets Two literature reviews present advances first two groups. Educable oriented then proposed to recover limits current approaches update online offline education supports. A case study illustrates feasibility such process.

Language: Английский

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EXOSKELETONS IN REDUCING PHYSICAL STRAIN ON FIREFIGHTERS. OUTLINE OF THE PROBLEM DOI Creative Commons

Aleksandra Kamila Zagórska

Zeszyty Naukowe SGSP, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 1(92), P. 103 - 116

Published: Dec. 30, 2024

Given the growing demands placed on firefighters during rescue operations, there is a needto explore modern technologies that could support their work. One promising solution in this field isthe use of exoskeletons, biomechanical devices reduce physical load wearer.The aim research was to outline current state knowledge reducing physicalload through exoskeletons and identify prospective directions for thecontinuation research. This paper sought provide comprehensive overview theexisting literature worldwide fire service, emphasising theirpotential impact burden faced by firefighters. The focus designissues, principles operation conclusions regarding practical application. Particularattention paid analyses potential health benefits, such as reduced musculoskeletal loadand improved ergonomics.The study outlined picture well indicateddirections further development assist rescueoperations.

Language: Английский

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0