More of a meta comment, but I’m noting that on this thread and on the nursing home staff one, a lot of people are shitting on these solutions with little in the way of constructive criticism.
I think that most of us agree that the current situations are not ideal and that are dangerous, but these measures are making tangible steps forward. These changes will not immediately increase safety, but its required for long-term health of the profession and traveler safety. I’d love to read about some alternatives that aren’t just complaints about how politicians aren’t doing enough.
“We need more X and this doesn’t do anything about that!”
Yes, these bills don’t directly make vital qualified job personnel out of thin air, but they pave the way towards bringing us out of the red and into the yellow. ATCs are already burnt out. Enforcing rest has a direct impact on cognitive function and safety (see: US Navy ship collisions). It also increases job morale and reduces turnover. This will lead to a healthier workforce and increase appeal for those thinking of getting into the field.
More of a meta comment, but I’m noting that on this thread and on the nursing home staff one, a lot of people are shitting on these solutions with little in the way of constructive criticism.
I think that most of us agree that the current situations are not ideal and that are dangerous, but these measures are making tangible steps forward. These changes will not immediately increase safety, but its required for long-term health of the profession and traveler safety. I’d love to read about some alternatives that aren’t just complaints about how politicians aren’t doing enough.
“We need more X and this doesn’t do anything about that!”
Yes, these bills don’t directly make vital qualified job personnel out of thin air, but they pave the way towards bringing us out of the red and into the yellow. ATCs are already burnt out. Enforcing rest has a direct impact on cognitive function and safety (see: US Navy ship collisions). It also increases job morale and reduces turnover. This will lead to a healthier workforce and increase appeal for those thinking of getting into the field.