Abstract: Method and apparatus for testing human performance by measuring ability to employ job-related skills in an environment requiring skill switching in the presence of a forced attention shift. A human operator is tested by use of a monitor display upon which are presented an alternating sequence of primary tasks requiring utilization of different skills. A keyboard and a joy-stick are disclosed for use in performing the tasks. A danger indicating icon is presented along with the primary task, and the operator is forced to respond to danger indications thereof by operating a switch which is provided for that purpose.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
July 15, 1992
Date of Patent:
September 6, 1994
Assignee:
Nova Scientific Corporation
Inventors:
Robert D. O'Donnell, Samuel L. Moise, Jr.