Research article summary (published 26 Nov 2006):

Computer-based training for safety: comparing methods with older and younger workers.

Full Abstract

INTRODUCTION: Computer-based safety training is becoming more common and is being delivered to an increasingly aging workforce. Aging results in a number of changes that make it more difficult to learn from certain types of computer-based training. Instructional designs derived from cognitive learning theories may overcome some of these difficulties. METHODS: Three versions of computer-based respiratory safety training were shown to older and younger workers who then took a high and a low level learning test. RESULTS: Younger workers did better overall. Both older and younger workers did best with the version containing text with pictures and audio narration. DISCUSSION: Computer-based training with pictures and audio narration may be beneficial for workers over 45 years of age. IMPACT ON INDUSTRY: Computer-based safety training has advantages but workers of different ages may benefit differently. Computer-based safety programs should be designed and selected based on their ability to effectively train older as well as younger learners.

Author information

Author/s: Wallen, Erik S (ES); Mulloy, Karen B (KB);

Affiliation: VA Puget Sound Health Care System, 1600 S. Columbian Way, Seattle, WA 98108, USA.

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: Journal Article; Randomized Controlled Trial; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

Journal: Journal of safety research (J Safety Res), published in United States. (Language: eng)

Reference: 2006-; vol 37 (issue 5) : pp 461-7

Dates: Created 2006/12/12; Completed 2007/02/09;

PMID: 17137597, status: MEDLINE (last retrieved date: 2/18/2009)

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Adult Age Factors Analysis of Variance Computer-Assisted Instruction Electronics Health Education - methods Humans

Inservice Training - methods Middle Aged Multimedia Occupational Health Respiratory Protective Devices Southwestern United States Transfer (Psychology)

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