Simulation-based training and assessment of non-technical skills in the Norwegian Helicopter Emergency Medical Services: a cross-sectional survey.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Human error and deficient non-technical skills (NTSs) among providers of ALS in helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) is a threat to patient and operational safety. Skills can be improved through simulation-based training and assessment.

Objective

To document the current level of simulation-based training and assessment of seven generic NTSs in crew members in the Norwegian HEMS.

Methods

A cross-sectional survey, either electronic or paper-based, of all 207 physicians, HEMS crew members (HCMs) and pilots working in the civilian Norwegian HEMS (11 bases), between 8 May and 25 July 2012.

Results

The response rate was 82% (n=193). A large proportion of each of the professional groups lacked simulation-based training and assessment of their NTSs.

SUBMITTER: Abrahamsen HB 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4518743 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature