HAPTIC BIOFEEDBACK HELPFUL IN CORRECTING UNSAFE BEHAVIORS AT WORK? Tom West | SPHR, SHRM-SCP, COSS | VP of Marketing, MākuSafe

Haptic biofeedback is a term used to describe the use of physical sensations or vibrations to provide real-time feedback to a user about their behavior. The realities of haptic feedback are numerous and easy to see: This technology has been touted as a way to promote behavior change, such as encouraging people to sit up straight or reminding them to take deep breaths. However, the effectiveness of haptic feedback in promoting lasting workplace behavior change should be carefully considered. In this article, we’ll explore why haptic feedback may be unlikely to result in lasting or meaningful behavior...

Tom West is Vice President of Marketing at MakuSafe, as well as being a SHRM & HRCI Senior Certified Human Resources Professional and Certified Occupational Safety Specialist. Over the years, Tom has held executive leadership roles with many companies providing learning & development tools, technology, and services. Tom also served as a College Management Professor for over 28 years. Tom is an Avetta Fellow and a professional member of the National Speakers Association, in addition to being an active member in the AIHA, National Safety Council, ASSP, and VPPPA. If you are interested in learning...