Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) Workshops

 13 May 21:

Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) Workshops, Virtual and on-site workshops coming up in Las Vegas and Daytona Beach. Great foundations for a Safety Management System. 

Overview

The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) is recognized as the leader in human factors analysis and classification. The HFACS system has direct application in Accident Investigation and Analysis, Risk Reduction Safety, Quality and Productivity improvement. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has teamed with HFACS, Inc. to provide specialized human factors training to promote improved human performance and safety. 

Human error is associated with 60 to 80% of all accidents, injuries, and quality defects across a variety of industries including aviation, healthcare, mining and manufacturing. Managing human error is therefore fundamental to maintaining the viability and profitability of any organization.

This intensive 2-day seminar provides training in the application of innovative methods for managing human error that are scientifically derived, empirically tested, and proven in the field. Participants will learn how to turn errors into information, information into knowledge, and knowledge into effective error management solutions.

This course can be completed independently, or toward the Certificate of Management in Aircraft Accident Investigation. 

Attendees will learn how to:

• Integrate human factors and system safety concepts into the root cause analysis (RCA) or accident investigation process.
• Utilize the Human Factors Analysis & Classification System (HFACS®) to identify systemic causes of human error during the RCA.
• Develop novel corrective actions for improving safety using the Human Factors Intervention Matrix (HFIX) and FACES tool.

Attendees will receive:

• HFACS-RCA Handbook
• HFACS Tables, with definitions and exemplars
• HFACS Interviewing Guide
• HFACS/HFIX/FACES Tools and Checklist
• ERAU Certificate of Completion

FMI: Embry Riddle

NTSB Unveils its 2021 – 2022 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements

 19 Apr 21:

WASHINGTON (April 6, 2021) — The National Transportation Safety Board finalized its 2021 – 2022 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements during a board meeting held Tuesday.

The five-member board voted to include 10 items in the 2021-2022 Most Wanted List of Transportation Safety Improvements:

• Require and Verify the Effectiveness of Safety Management Systems in All Revenue Passenger Carrying Aviation Operations
• Prevent Alcohol and other Drug Impaired Driving
• Require Collision Avoidance and Connected Vehicle Technologies on All Vehicles
• Eliminate Distracted Driving
• Implement a Comprehensive Strategy to Eliminate Speeding-Related Crashes
• Install Crash Resistant Recorders and Establish Flight Data Monitoring Programs
• Protect Vulnerable Road Users through a Safe System Approach
• Improve Pipeline Leak Detection and Mitigation
• Improve Rail Worker Safety (page/content under development)
• Improve Passenger and Fishing Vessel Safety (page/content under development)

Since 1990 the NTSB has used its Most Wanted List as the principal advocacy tool to build support for the implementation of NTSB-issued safety recommendations associated with the list.

“Board members of the NTSB and our advocacy team continuously seek opportunities to communicate about items on our Most Wanted List,” said NTSB Chairman Robert Sumwalt. “As we begin advocacy efforts for the 2021 – 2022 MWL, we call upon our advocacy partners to amplify our safety messages and help us bring about the safety improvements that will make transportation safer for us all.

The 2021 – 2022 MWL draws attention to more than 100 safety recommendations associated with the 10 items on the list. These recommendations, if implemented, can save lives, reduce the number and severity of injuries and prevent transportation accidents and crashes. The 2021-2022 MWL features 10 mode-specific safety improvements, unlike previous lists that featured 10 broad, multi-modal safety issues tied to hundreds of recommendations.

Contact: NTSB Media Relations
490 L'Enfant Plaza, SW
Washington, DC 20594
Phone Number
(202) 314-6100

Robust risk management and system safety programs are key foundations of improving safety, along with personal and professional leadership. Let's continue the march towards a smarter tomorrow.

As one of my old bosses used to say, "You can't go on liberty if you're dead.

Be Smart,

"Clark" Kent Lewis :)

FMI: Practical Risk Management

Procedural Compliance

 16 Mar 21:

Great video from the NTSB on Procedural Compliance, and the risks associated with noncompliance. Checklists are a critical component of safe operations, and one of Herb's Top Three Rules to Live By.

1. Look Outside.

2. Use the Checklist.

3. Don't fly hard IFR in a single engine aircraft.

NTSB Video: https://youtu.be/M4NL4m5cnhs

Fly Smart!

Clark