Firefighting is a physically and mentally demanding task and crews must train regularly to stay fit, but working out shortly before they’re on a call could have a negative effect on their performance
As automated systems become more complex, greater collaboration might be needed to monitor them effectively – and good communication could be key to successfully achieving this
Despite a rise in workspaces designed for specific tasks, new research shows that workers are more likely to choose a desk based on the level of distraction, rather than the activity they’re carrying out