Evaluation of the influence of mobile data terminal location on physical exposures during simulated police patrol activities

McKinnon, Colin D.; Callaghan, Jack P.; Dickerson, Clark R.

doi:10.1016/j.apergo.2011.12.009

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“…The location of the car seat was self-selected within the range of seat fore/aft adjustability of the Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor. The location of the MDT was in a previously documented location used by a regional police force [19]. The driving simulation program, STISIM Drive (Systems Technology, USA), consisted of straight roads with minor bends to simulate highway driving.…”

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The Impact of Mobile Data Terminal Use on Posture and Low-Back Discomfort When Combined With Simulated Prolonged Driving in Police Cruisers

Gruevski

McKinnon

Dickerson

et al. 2013

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

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The introduction of mobile computing within a constrained vehicle environment has led to changes in the task demands of occupational groups such as professional drivers and law enforcement officers. The purpose of this study was to examine how mobile data terminal (MDT) use interacts with prolonged driving to induce postural changes or low-back discomfort. Eighteen participants (9 male, 9 female) completed two 120-min simulated driving sessions. Time-varying lumbar spine and pelvis postures, seat pan interface pressures and ratings of perceived discomfort were recorded at 15-min intervals. The introduction of a computer interface decreased pelvic posterior rotation by an average of 15° with respect to upright standing and increased peak average discomfort in the neck (5.9 mm), left shoulder (6.8 mm), midback (10.9 mm), low back (10.6 mm) and pelvis (11.5 mm) compared to driving alone. The incorporation of mobile computing warrants consideration in the design of vehicle work environments.

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Section: Methodsmentioning

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The Impact of Mobile Data Terminal Use on Posture and Low-Back Discomfort When Combined With Simulated Prolonged Driving in Police Cruisers

Gruevski

McKinnon

Dickerson

et al. 2013

International Journal of Occupational Safety and Ergonomics

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“…When a substantial amount of time is spent working in the cruiser, limited user adjustability of the MDT configuration and proper seat adjustments can lead to non-neutral working postures and increased risk of injury. In a companion study, investigating the influence of MDT location on joint loading and discomfort, McKinnon et al (2012) found that the standard, most commonly used MDT configuration, produced similar shoulder loads to other examined MDT locations. However, despite similar shoulder loads, MDT location significantly influenced both lower-back and shoulder discomfort scores.…”

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The effects of police duty belt and seat design changes on lumbar spine posture, driver contact pressure and discomfort

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Police officers report a high prevalence of musculoskeletal problems to the lower back, associated with prolonged driving and further investigation is needed to reduce injury risk. This simulated driving study investigated seat and duty belt configuration on biomechanical measures and discomfort. Seat design had the greatest impact, regardless of gender and males benefited more from a reduced belt configuration.

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“…Examples of such information include photographs, videos, comprehensive criminal history reports, be-on-the-lookout (BOLO) bulletins, crime maps, and intelligence products. Research on police use of MDTs indicates officers spend anywhere from 13 percent (McKinnon et al 2012) to 45 percent (Chan 2001) of an eight hour shift using mobile computers.…”

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Officer perceptions of the impact of mobile broadband technology on police operations

Carter

Grommon

2015

Policing and Society

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Research examining police department use of technology is underdeveloped relative to other areas of policing inquiry. This gap in the literature is troubling as policing models are becoming more data-driven and thus, relying more heavily on information technologies. Arguably, the most commonly utilized technology in policing practice, and examined in policing research, has been mobile computers. However, there has been little insight into the technological advancement in data communications that directly influence the functionality of mobile computers. The present research seeks to inform this shortcoming by examining a police department that implemented a dedicated wireless mobile broadband capability in comparison to commercial cellular data access. A mixed methods approach is employed within a medium-sized department in the northeast region of the United States. Survey data was gathered from 76 uniformed police personnel. Semistructured interviews were conducted with key personnel to further contextualize survey results. Survey results suggest tentative support for improved information flow, quality, and accessibility after the implementation of wireless broadband. Perceptions of mobile broadband impacts on time savings and the execution of job tasks appear positive. Considerations for future research and study limitations are discussed.

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Evaluation of the influence of mobile data terminal location on physical exposures during simulated police patrol activities

Cited by 18 publications

References 20 publications

The Impact of Mobile Data Terminal Use on Posture and Low-Back Discomfort When Combined With Simulated Prolonged Driving in Police Cruisers

The Impact of Mobile Data Terminal Use on Posture and Low-Back Discomfort When Combined With Simulated Prolonged Driving in Police Cruisers

The effects of police duty belt and seat design changes on lumbar spine posture, driver contact pressure and discomfort

Officer perceptions of the impact of mobile broadband technology on police operations

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