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The physical demands and risks of working in healthcare simulation center
Author(s) -
Hensel Desiree,
Cifrino Sheryl,
Cummings Derek,
Walsh Julianne
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
nursing forum
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.618
H-Index - 36
eISSN - 1744-6198
pISSN - 0029-6473
DOI - 10.1111/nuf.12395
Subject(s) - work (physics) , center (category theory) , sample (material) , health care , psychology , applied psychology , engineering , political science , mechanical engineering , chemistry , chromatography , law , crystallography
Background The purpose of this study was to describe the physical demands and risks associated with working in a simulation center. Methods The 26‐item online survey included questions about the physical nature of a simulationist's role and about what engineering and administrative controls they most commonly used. The sample consisted of 119 simulation operators and educators recruited from simulation interest groups based in the United States. Results Fifty‐five percent of participants reported that their job description did not match their work, and 59% of participants believed that they experienced a musculoskeletal disorder resulting from their work in a simulation center. Conclusion This study highlights the need to address workplace safety in simulation centers. Future research is needed to inform best practices for safe handling policies and procedures in simulation programs.