“Facilitating a simple and comprehensive understanding of Human Factors concept & application in the context of safety performance. Conclusion is not available as of now. Implementation of proposed framework is in progress, which requires some time to conclude on actual results. Nonetheless, the presented topic offers a comprehensive view on Human Factors with clear illustrations of the concept & its application. The presentation provides a logical stream of thought that establishes a clear understanding of Human Factors concept and application in addition to shedding light on its important role in improving safety performance through reduced human error.
The concept of Human Factors is explored using a conceptual model that provides a coherent and logical illustration of the link between “Humans” and the “Factors” that affect them. Moreover, the conceptual model illustrates how Human Factors concept is used to breakdown Human-System Interfaces using established scientific knowledge that provides insights on how to analyze and improve specific Human-System interactions in order to achieve the ultimate objective of reduced human error. Reduction of human error is achieved by accomplishing three main Human Factors Goals:
- Enhanced safety.
- Increased productivity.
- Enhanced comfort & satisfaction.
The application of Human Factors is explored through a user-centered practical framework that can be used to establish a Human Factors Program in any organization by implementing 4 main steps:
- Selection of Human Factors most applicable to the organization’s core activities.
- Analysis of users, tasks, environment and user requirements.
- Gap identification.
- Gap resolution.
By the end of the presentation, attendees will be able to:
- Form a clear and comprehensive understanding of Human Factors concept and its role in improving safety performance through reduced human error.
- Apply a practical framework to establish an effective human factors program in any organization.
- Understand the importance of continual improvement and refinement in order to ultimately establish a mature and robust Human Factors program.”
