Objective: Present a collection of papers focusing on improving healthcare practice through the implementation of human factors and ergonomics principles that were presented at the International Ergonomics Association (IEA) 2021 international conference.
Background: The mission of the IEA is to elaborate and advance ergonomics science and practice and to expand its scope of application.
Method: We reviewed papers that were submitted for presentation at the IEA 2021 international conference and focused on improving healthcare practice through the implementation of human factors and ergonomics principles.
Results: The eight papers that are included in this special issue cover varied aspects of human factors application and implementation.
Conclusion: This special issue provides clear evidence that the science of human factors is relevant and is continuing to grow and so is its implementation in healthcare.
Application: This special issue offers a selection of applied works, providing a wide scope of human factors guidelines, methods, and theories in healthcare work environments.
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