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How effective are Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS)? A review.
Madeline Sprajcer1, Matthew J W Thomas1, Charli Sargent1
1Appleton Institute, CQUniversity, Adelaide, Australia.
Accident; Analysis and Prevention
|November 10, 2021
Summary
Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS) show promise for improving safety, though implementation challenges exist. Key enablers include commitment, culture, and training, with a hybrid regulatory model proposed for flexibility.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Safety Science
- Transportation Safety
Background:
- Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS) are data-driven management practices to identify and mitigate fatigue-related safety risks.
- FRMS incorporate sleep and work time considerations, underpinned by continuous risk assessment and monitoring.
- This review synthesizes literature on FRMS effectiveness, implementation barriers, and enablers, offering policy guidance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the effectiveness of Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS).
- To identify barriers and enablers for successful FRMS implementation.
- To provide evidence-based policy recommendations for FRMS.
Main Methods:
- A narrative review of peer-reviewed literature was conducted.
- Seven databases were searched, alongside relevant grey literature.
- 231 records were included after screening 2129 initial records.
Main Results:
- Direct evidence for the overall effectiveness of FRMS is limited.
- Individual FRMS components, such as bio-mathematical models and performance monitoring, have improved safety and fatigue metrics.
- Organizational commitment, workplace culture, and training are critical enablers for successful FRMS implementation.
Conclusions:
- FRMS are likely effective, but implementation may be difficult in organizations with immature safety cultures or limited resources.
- A hybrid regulatory model is proposed, offering compliance-based controls or a risk-based approach for fatigue management.
- This offers flexibility for organizations seeking to implement FRMS.
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