The 10th International Conference on Managing Fatigue was held in San Diego, California, on March 20-23, 2017. The theme of this event was "Managing Fatigue to Improve Safety, Wellness, and Effectiveness" and featured presentations on measuring fatigue and fatigue risk, training and education, sleep health, and more.
Monday, March 20
Keynote
Fatigue Countermeasures #1
Moderator – Adam Fletcher (Integrated Safety Support)
- Can We Convince Tired Drivers to Take a Break From Driving?
Ann Williamson (University of New South Wales)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- High School Start Times and Teenage Driver Crashes
Robert D. Foss (University of North Carolina)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Getting Rest in the City That Never Sleeps: Crafting HOS Rules for Taxis, Uber, and All the Rest
Madeline Labadie (NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission)
Presentation
- Evaluating the Impact of Fatigue Laws in Australia on Heavy Vehicle Driver Alertness
Shantha Rajaratnam (Alertness CRC and Monash University)
Presentation
Crash Causation #1
Moderator – Stephanie Pratt (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
- The Use of Geospatial Network Analysis to Identify Commercial Vehicle Driver Crashes Involving Sleepiness and/or Fatigue
Terry Bunn (Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Safety Benefits via Electronic Monitoring of Hours-of-Service Regulations: An Observational Approach
Jeffrey Hickman (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Presentation
- Truck Driver Sleep Patterns Influence Driving Performance
Guang Xiang Chen (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Fatigue and Sleep Factors Related to Safety Critical Events
Matthew S. Thiese (University of Utah)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Fatigue Modeling / Fitness for Duty #1
Moderator – Jacques G. Verly (University of Liège)
- Predicting Performance and Safety Based on Driver Fatigue
Daniel Mollicone (Pulsar Informatics)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- The Impact of New Technology on Sleep Data Collection and Model Validation
David Karlsson (Jeppesen)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Research Into Fitness for Duty Checks and Predicting the Likelihood of Experiencing Fatigue
Dan Basacik (Rail Safety and Standards Board)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- New PVT Metrics with Improved Sensitivity to Sleep Loss: Analysis from Short to Long Time Intervals
Philippe Latour (University of Liège)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
The National Plan to Eliminate Drowsy Driving
Moderator – Richard Compton (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration)
- The National Plan Overview: NHTSA Research and Media
Richard Compton (National Highway Transportation Safety Administration)
Presentation
- The National Plan Partners Comments
Sleep Research Society, National Safety Council, and others
Presentation
- Mitigating Drowsiness During Short Drives: Implications of Staged and Discrete Alerts
Timothy Brown (University of Iowa)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Evidence-Based Guidelines for Fatigue Risk Management in Emergency Medical Services
Daniel Patterson (University of Pittsburgh)
- The National Safety Council Workplace Fatigue Survey
Emily Whitcomb (National Safety Council)
Presentation
Accounting for Fatigue in Systems Design and Operations: Issues and Opportunities
Moderator – Linda Angell (Touchstone Evaluations, Inc.)
Presentation
Panelists:
- Stephen Boyd (Peleton Technology)
- Gerald Matthews (University of Central FLorida)
Presentation
- Maureen Short (General Motors)
Presentation
Sleep Disorders / Health
Moderator – Claire Caruso (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
- Sleep Quality Among Commercial Truck Drivers: Associations with Personal and Occupational Factors.
Matthew S. Thiese (University of Utah)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Nonadherence with Employer-Mandated Sleep Apnea Treatment and Increased Risk of Serious Truck Crashes
Steve Burks, University of Minnesota
Presentation
- Identifying Obstructive Sleep Apnea Risk Factors in Commercial Motor Vehicle Drivers
Kimberly Olszewski (Bloomsburg University and Mid-State Occupational Health Services Inc.)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Evaluation of Research on CMV Drivers with Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Literature Review to Inform Industry Regulations
Erin Mabry (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Practical Considerations in OSA Screening and Treatment for US based Commercial Motor Vehicle Operators
Bob Stanton (Truck Driver, Dedicated Sleep, and Truckers for a Cause)
Presentation
Fatigue Detection #1
Moderator – Becca Weast (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety)
- EEG Analysis of Local Sleep and its Relation to Lane Departures
Christer Ahlström (Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- A Novel Non-Intrusive Approach to Asssess Drowsiness Based on Eye Movements and Blinking
Ali Shahidi Zandi (Alcohol Countermeasure Systems Corporation)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Evaluation of an In-Vehicle Drowsiness Detection Device
Jason Kumagai (SIX Safety Systems)
Abstract
- First Adaptation of a Validated Drowsiness Monitoring System to Process Face Images Instead of Eye Images
Quentin Massoz (University of Liège)
Presentation
Autonomous Vehicles and Operator Fatigue
Moderator – Darrell Bowman (Volvo Group Trucks Technology)
- Asleep Behind the Automated Wheel – Tired and Drowsy Drivers in Highly Automated Vehicles
Tobias Vogelpohl (Technische Universität Braunschweig)
Abstract
- What Does it Mean to Be in the Loop?
Johan Engstrom (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Presentation
- Assessment of Workload, Stress and Fatigue in the Autonomous Vehicle
Gerald Matthews (Institute for Simulation and Training, University of Florida)
Presentation
- Automated Commercial Motor Vehicles: Potential Driver and Vehicle Safety Impacts
Kelly Regal (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Presentation
Scheduling #1
Moderator – Karl Sieber (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
- Experience Based to Evidence Based Through Science
Richard Lewis (FedEx Express Corporation)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Adding Human Physiology to the Airline Crew Scheduling Process
David Karlsson (Jeppesen)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Preparing Rail Industry Guidance on Biomathematical Fatigue Models
Viravanh Somvang (Welbees SAS)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- New Approaches to Scheduling Based on Fatigue Modeling
Hans P.A. Van Dongen (Washington State University)
Presentation
Tuesday, March 21
Keynote
Training and Education
Moderator – Leigh White (CurAegis Technologies)
- The NIOSH Total Worker Health® Program and Opportunities for Promoting Healthy Sleep and Reducing Risks for Fatigue
Sara L. Tamers (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- NIOSH Training for Nurses on Shift Work and Long Work Hours – Development Process and 1 Year Post-Launch Impacts
Claire C. Caruso (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Safeguarding the Health, Safety and Resilience of Emergency Responders
Richard W. Klomp (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Railroaders' Guide to Healthy Sleep Website – Lessons Learned from Facilitating Awareness and Use
Juna Snow (Volpe)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Fatigue Modeling / Fitness for Duty #2
Moderator – Melissa Mallis (M3 Alertness Management LLC)
- How Much is Left in Your "Sleep Tank"? A Simple Model for Sleep History Feedback
Jillian Dorrian (University of South Australia)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Toward a Common Metric for Risk Assessment across Diverse Factors in Fatigue Risk Management Systems – Quantifying Human Performance in Terms of Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Hans P. A. Van Dongen (Washington State University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Circadian Rhythmicity and Risk Index Validation in Railway Traffic Control
Bart Roets (Ghent University)
Abstract
- Accounting for Sleep Inertia in the Differential Equation Framework of a Biomathematical Model of Fatigue
Lauren B. Waggoner (Institutes for Behavior Resources, Inc.)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Fatigue Countermeasures #2
Moderator – Kathy Robinson (National Association of State EMS Officials)
- Napping Strategies to Cope with Rotating Shiftwork
Stephanie Centofanti (University of South Australia)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Eating During the Night – Three Studies Examining Meal Timing and Food Choice Across Two Industries
Siobhan Banks (University of South Australia)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- A Review of Countermeasures to Drowsy Driving on the Commute Home From Nightshift
Cassie J. Hilditch (Brown University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Sleep Patterns in Early Morning Out-and-Back Cargo Flight Operations
Samantha Riedy (Washington State University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Crash Causation #2
Moderator – Charlie Klauer (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
- The Impact of Driver Distraction in Tractor-Trailers and Motorcoach Buses
Rebecca Hammond (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Driver Distraction–Confusing "Cause" with "Effect"
David Curry (Packer Engineering Group)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Simulating Effects of Arousal On Lane Keeping – Are Drowsiness and Cognitive Load Opposite Ends of a Single Spectrum?
Johan Engstrom (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Study on Evaluation of Driver's Fatigue for Long-distance Driving
Takanobu Hoshino (Nihon University)
Abstract
National Academy of Sciences Panel
Moderator – Kelly Regal (FMCSA)
Panelists:
- Daniel Blower (University of Michighan Transportation Institute)
Presentation
- Feng Guo (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Presentation
- Hal Stern (University of California, Irvine
Presentation
Effects of Fatigue #1
Moderator – Kyla Retzer (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
- Sleepiness and the Effect on Driving-Professional Drivers vs. Non-professional Drivers
Anna Anund (Swedish National Road and Transport Research Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Fatigue, Cognitive Performance and Sleep of Pilots and Operational Technicians within an International Emergency Medical Aviation Environment
Adam Fletcher (Integrated Safety Support)
Presentation
- Controller Cognitive Workload Levels and Fatigue
Michele Terranova (Pipeline Performance Group)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Winter Maintenance Operators' and Managers' Opinions and Perceptions of Fatigue
Matthew Camden (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Research Needs #1
Moderator – Ashleigh Filtness (Centre for Accident Research & Road Safety)
- Maintaining Commercial Driver Alertness, Managing Fatigue, Fostering Driver Health and Wellness: Assessment of the National Academies Committee on National Statistics
Gerald P. Krueger (Krueger Ergonomics Consultants)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Assessing the Prevalence of Driver Drowsiness in Canada: Analysis of Observer Ratings of Drowsiness from the Canada Naturalistic Driving Study
Charlie Klauer (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract
- Cumulative Driver Fatigue
Gregory F. Kushnir (Cartasite)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Flexible Sleeper Berth Pilot Program
Kimberly A. Honn (Washington State University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Fatigue Detection #2
Moderator – Devendra Tolani (Intelligent Automation, Inc.)
- Managing Drowsy Driving Risk Using Information-rich Data from Fatigue Detection Systems
Christopher A. Hocking (Optalert Australia PTY Limited)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Vision-based System for Monitoring Vehicle Operator Responsiveness from Face Images
Quentin Massoz (University of Liège)
Abstract
- A Method for External Validation of Fatigue Monitoring Technologies
Daniel R. Bongers (SmartCap)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Preliminary Evaluation of Real-time Steering Entropy for Monitoring Driver State
Takayuki Kondoh (Nissan)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Scheduling #2
Moderator – Nicole Michel (FMCSA)
- Predicting Sleep/Wake Behaviour in Operational Settings
Peter Page (InterDynamics)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Comparison of Workshift Patterns on Fatigue and Sleep in the Petrochemical Industry
Bill Davis (Circadian®)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- How Shift Scheduling Practices Contribute to Fatigue Amongst Freight Rail Operating Employees: Findings From Accident Investigations
Christina Missy Rudin-Brown (Transportation Safety Board of Canada)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Applied Fatigue Risk Management for Transit: Biomathematical Modeling in the Analysis of Recorded Events
Francine O. James (Institutes for Behavior Resources Inc.)
Abstract
Wednesday, March 22
Keynote
- Balancing Fatigue Management Approaches in a World of "Go" and "No Go" Decision Making
Melissa Mallis
- Commercializing Fatigue Management: Lessions Learned Bringing a "Technology" Solution to a Global Market
David Edwards
FRMS #1
Moderator – Jana Price (National Transportation Safety Board)
- FRMS Overview
Melissa Mallis (M3 Alertness Management LLC)
- The FAA's Fatigue Management Program for Air Navigation Service Providers
Nancy Wesensten (US Federal Aviation Administration)
Presentation
- Accepting Complexity & Maintaining Coherence: Results of a Research Project to Develop a Visual Representation Approach for the Field of Fatigue Management
Adam Fletcher (Integrated Safety Support)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Current State of Fatigue Monitoring and Risk Management in Hospital Nurses – Results of a Mixed Methods Study
Linsey M. Steege (University of Wisconsin-Madison)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Daily Measurements of Fatigue and Sleep During a Full Offshore Rotation: Implications for Fatigue Risk Management Programs
Vanessa Riethmeister (University of Groningen)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Workplace Fatigue and Health Solutions
Moderator – Erin Mabry (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
- Focusing the Eye on Fatigue–A Practitioner's Model for Working With Industry
Susan Sawatzky (In-Scope Solutions)
- Technology Enabled Management of Sleep Loss as a Strategy to Mitigate the Underlying Cause of Fatigue in Transportation
Jeff Durmer (FusionHealth)
Presentation
- The Challenges of Managing Sleep Disorders in the Workplace
Anne Kirsh (State of NY Metropolitan Transportation Authority)
Presentation
- Creating a Successful Sleep and Fatigue Program for the Workplace–Providing Financial Coverage for Key Services
Jill Glenn (Dedicated Sleep Solutions)
Presentation
- ProjectZ: A Digital Sleep Health Platform to Mitigate Fatigue Related Risk and Improve Employee Health and Productivity
Dominic Munafo (Optisom)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Fatigue Detection #3
Moderator – Max Kieba (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration)
- Project FRESH: Detecting Fatigue Before it's Too Late
Angela Baker (School of Psychological Sciences and Monash Institute of Cognitive and Clinical Neurosciences)
- Use of the Psychomotor Vigilance Test (PVT) in Fitness For Work Assessments
Steve Lerman (ExxonMobil)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Psychomotor Vigilance Task Evaluation for Touchscreen Devices
Lucia Arsintescu (San Jose State University Research Foundation)
Abstract
- Continual Motion-Based Fatigue & Distraction Monitor and Alerting Platform for Truck Drivers
Zack Knoll (Maven Machines)
Fatigue Modeling / Fitness for Duty #3
Moderator – Jeff Hickman (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
- Discovery That a Person's Level of Drowsiness Appears to Evolve in Time According to a Geometric Brownian Motion (GBM) Random Process Model
Jacques G. Verly (University of Liège)
Abstract
- A Model for Truck Driver Scheduling with Fatigue Management.
Zeb Bowden (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Validation of Fatigue Modeling Predictions in Aviation Operations
Kevin Gregory (San Jose State University Research Foundation)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Refining Sleep Predictions Using Actigraphy in Operational Environments: Studies with Pilots
Steven Hursh (Institutes for Behavioral Resources Inc.)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Driver Fatigue and Alertness Technology Countermeasures
Panelists:
The MyCadian™ Watch: Validation and Field Trial of a Wearable Alertness Monitor
Moderator – Leigh White (CurAegis Technologies)
- Technology Overview- Engineering, Design, Analytics, Responsive Learning Program
Matt Kenyon (CurAegis Technologies)
Presentation
- Validation Research
Melissa Mallis (M3 Alertness Management LLC)
- Technology Evaluation Roadmap: Beta Trials and Industry Assessments
Leigh White (CurAegis Technologies)
Presentation
- Beta Trial Experience
Lydia Hambour (JetBlue Airways)
Presentation
Scheduling #3
Moderator – Junaita Diaz (Integrated Safety Support)
- Comparing the Work and Rest Hours of United States Navy Sailors with Existing Maritime Regulations
Nita Shattuck (Operations Research Department, Naval Postgraduate School)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- A Wider Perspective on Reducing Fatigue Risk in Aviation
Tomas Klemets (Jeppesen)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Fatigue in a Regional Aircraft Operator: the Effect of Multi-segment Operations in Alertness
Pedro Alcéu (Lusofona University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Effects of Reduced Rest and Early Start on Crew Sleep and Fatigue in French Regional Airlines
Philippe Cabon (University Paris Descartes)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Effects of Fatigue #2
Moderator – Dawn Castillo (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
- Motorcoach Driver Fatigue
Greg Belenky (Washington State University)
Presentation
- Sleep Loss and Change Detection: A Driving Simulator Study
Ashleigh Filtness (Centre for Accident Research and Road Safety)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- The Implications of a Hospital Break Policy: A Comparison of Two Regional Hospitals Using Survey Data
Samantha Riedy (Washington State University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Occupational Demands on Fatigue and Driving Safety in Surgical Residents
Benjamin McManus (University of Alabama at Birmingham)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Biological Markers, Sleep Deprivation, and Performance
Moderator – Anita Roach (National Sleep Foundation)
- Effects of Caffeine on Salivary Alpha-amylase Levels and Performance During 50h of Wakefulness
Maja Pajcin (University of South Australia)
- Gene Expression Biomarkers for Identifying Vigilance Impairment from Total Sleep Deprivation
Hilary Uyhelji (Federal Aviation Administration)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- The Impact of Eating at Night on Time on Task Impairments During Simulated Driving
Charlotte Gupta (University of South Australia)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Motorcycling Performance During an Extended Ride on a Dynamic Simulator: Sleepiness and Riding Duration Effects
Clément Bougard (French Armed Forces Biomedical Research Institute)
Abstract
Thursday, March 23
Keynote
Crash Causation #3
Moderator – Jerome Wertz (Phasya)
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Crash Risk: Case Study Results Within the Development of the European Road Safety Decision Support System
Ashleigh Filtness (Loughborough University
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Examination of Factors Associated with Fault Status in Multi-Vehicle Conflicts Using the SHRP2 Data
Raha Hamzeie (Iowa State University)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- How Fatigue Increases Accident Risk: Evidence and Theories
Kimberly Honn (Washington State University)
Presentation
- Naturalistic Driving Study Fatigue Results: Prevalence While Driving and Contribution to Crash and Near Crash Events
Tom Dingus (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Presentation
SleepSafe Drivers Inc: Fatigue Management and Sleep Dysfunction-Planning for Success
Moderator – Steve Garrish and Alan Lankford (SleepSafe Drivers)
Presentation
- Michael S. Fox (National Transportation Safety Board)
- Drew Daly (Omnitracs)
- Angela Moore (Workplace Solutions at Alere eScreen)
- Slaven Sljivar (SmartDrive Systems)
- Mark Pitcock (American Trucking and Transportation Insurance Company)
FRMS #2
Moderator – Max Kieba (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration)
- Developing and Implementing Fatigue Risk Management Systems in Pipeline Control Rooms in the United States and Canada
Charles Alday (Pipeline Performance Group)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Beyond Conformance: What Does an Effective FRMP Implementation Plan Look Like?
David Flower (BP)
Abstract
- Metrics that Matter: A Case Review of a FRMS Implementation Process in the Oil and Gas Sector
Jason Kumagai (SIX Safety Systems)
Presentation
- Fatigue Risk Management in a Major Turnaround
Krystal Sexton (Shell)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
Research Needs #2
Moderator – Johan Engstrom (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
- A Quantitative Assessment of Driver Detention Times in Commercial Motor Vehicle Operations
Naomi J. Dunn (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- Understanding Individual, Organizational and Work Environment Factors Associated with Fatigue-Related Road Safety Behaviors among Taxicab Drivers in a Large Metropolitan City in the Southwest U.S.
Cammie Chaumont Menendez (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health)
Abstract ⋅ Presentation
- FMCSA Data Repository
Rebecca Hammond (Virginia Tech Transportation Institute)
Presentation
- Commercial Motor Vehicle Driver Restart Study
Martin Walker (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration)
Presentation
U.S. Flightcrew Fatigue Risk Management
Panelists:
Keynote