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SUMMARY:Webinar: Advancing Safety Skills in Forestry Settings with Virtual Reality
DESCRIPTION:Summary:  The use of virtual and augmented reality simulators for safety training and health curricula is increasing and more available in fire safety\, mining\, aviation\, and healthcare. The next generation of learners will engage in experiential learning throughout their educational journey\, beginning in the classroom\, and extending to their mobile devices and on-site activities. This session will describe the advantages and benefits of applying virtual reality (VR) training in the workplace. Lessons learned from piloting a VR training module to increase worker skills and knowledge about the hazards\, risks\, and controls during high-risk activities in forest settings will be described. \nIntended Audience: Anyone interested in advancing safety skills in the workplace using virtual reality. \nObjectives: At the end of this webinar participants will be able to… \n\nDescribe the benefits of virtual reality immersion experience for workers\nIdentify the technological components of VR training\nExplain the forestry hazards and controls that are most relevant for VR safety training\n\n Register  \nMeet the Presenter: Nancy J. Simcox\, MS\, Associate Teaching Professor\, Director\, Occupational Safety and Health Continuing Education Program\, Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences\, University of Washington School of Public Health
URL:https://www.agrisafe.org/event/webinar-advancing-safety-skills-in-forestry-settings-with-virtual-reality/
CATEGORIES:Farmer/Worker Health,Health Education and Promotion
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