HFESA PD – From Possibility to Purpose: Inspiring Inclusive Employment Journeys
13/08/2025 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm – Event Synopsis: Despite growing awareness of the capabilities of autistic individuals, employment outcomes for autistic young people in Australia remain disproportionately low. Drawing on the research of Dr Elinda Lee, Professor Sonya Girdler and colleagues from the Curtin Autism Research Group (CARG), this presentation explores the complex interplay of personal and workplace factors that influence […]
Posted on byHFESA PD: From Checklist to Connection : What Office Ergonomics Really Looks Like in the Field
20/08/2025 @ 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Dr. Bharati Jajoo shares a field-based, human-centred perspective on office ergonomics—shaped by over 25 years of experience across hospitals, tech offices, and shared workspaces in India. Through real stories, cultural contrasts, and practical reflections, she explores how posture is influenced not only by equipment, but by behaviour, emotions. Drawing on a blend of research, assessment techniques, […]
Posted on byVIC PD: Standing Ergonomics – An Investigative Study of Female Apparel Workers
29/07/2025 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – In this interactive session, we will explore an intriguing ergonomics study investigating work-related discomfort among female apparel workers in Sri Lanka’s garment factories. The study used a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods to uncover the real impact of prolonged standing and repetitive tasks on worker wellbeing and performance. Through this session, participants will: Engage […]
Posted on bySA PD – Human Factors & Psychology in Aviation: Past Lessons & Future Directions
01/07/2025 @ 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm – Please join us for an exciting Professional Development and Networking event, hosted by the HFESA SA Branch and University of South Australia. The event features an opening keynote address from Prof. Siobhan Banks, Director of the University of South Australia’s Behaviour-Brain-Body Research Centre. Prof. Siobhan Banks shall provide insights into fatigue and risk management, and […]
Posted on byTransport SIG: The Future of Human Factors in Transport
20/06/2025 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm – The Transport SIG is kicking off 2025 with a dynamic discussion on the present and future of Transport Human Factors. In a special extended session, we’ll take stock of where the field stands today and explore what’s on the horizon, guided by the insights of participants. A panel of HF experts—spanning rail, aviation, roads, and […]
Posted on byJOINT CONGRESS OF ICOH-WOPS & APA-PFAW 2025
10/12/2025 – 12/12/2025 @ All Day – Be Part of the JOINT CONGRESS OF ICOH-WOPS & APA-PFAW 2025! Mark your calendars and join us from December 10–12, 2025, in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, for this prestigious event, hosted by The University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City! “IMAGINE! SHAPING TOMORROW: WORK & WELL-BEING” 🌟 Meet Our Esteemed Keynote Speakers […]
Posted on byEUROCONTROL – People in Control? Staying in the loop…Lessons learned from HindSight 36
05/03/2025 @ All Day – 5th of March 2025 14:00-15:30 CET With Dr. Steve Shorrock, Senior Team Leader – Human Factors (EUROCONTROL) In this webinar, Dr. Steven Shorrock, Editor-in-Chief of Hindsight Magazine, synthesises lessons from the diverse selection of articles from front-line staff, senior managers, and specialists in operations, Human Factors and safety experts in HindSight magazine issue 36, “People in Control? […]
Posted on byTitans of HFE Symposium
03/02/2025 @ All Day – The Titans of HFE Virtual Symposium is a showcase of some of the premier researchers, practitioners and academicians in HFES. Our next symposium convenes on Monday, February 3, 2025. Our focus for the next symposium is to honor many of our late Titans—individuals who made remarkable contributions to our Society and whose legacies are commemorated […]
Posted on byHFES International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care
30/03/2025 – 02/04/2025 @ All Day – This annual educational activity is your opportunity to learn insights on the latest science and best practices, understand innovations in the safety of healthcare providers and patients, sharpen the focus of HF/E initiatives, and improve your regulatory approaches. Grow your professional network by connecting with human factors experts, pharmaceutical and medical device companies, biomedical engineers, […]
Posted on byHuman Factors & Patient Safety Conference 2025
27/03/2025 – 28/03/2025 @ All Day – We are pleased to announce that the first Monash University Human Factors and Patient Safety Conference will be held March 27 and 28, 2025 at Monash College in Docklands, Melbourne, Australia. This 2-day event brings together experts, researchers, practitioners and industry professionals to explore developments in Human Factors and Patient Safety. Listen to insightful talks […]
Posted on bySTF SIG Meeting
11/12/2024 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Richard Bowman, Chair of the HFESA STF SIG, will make a wide ranging presentation “Might Artificial Intelligence transform slip resistance design and management practices?” before chairing the SIG’s annual (transformative) meeting. While the main business is to elect a chair and committee participants, there will also be time to consider any proposed activities. Abstract Richard’s […]
Posted on byHFESA PD – Neurodiverse Safe Work – More than just noise-cancelling headphones
12/02/2025 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Neurodiverse Safe Work – More than just noise-cancelling headphones with speaker Catherine Lee. “Neurodiverse Safe Work – More than just noise-cancelling headphones” – Why traditional Diversity, equity, and inclusion and Disability discrimination strategies may not adequately provide for neurodivergent workers, and why Human Factors and an OHS approach offers a more complete solution. In this […]
Posted on byVIC PD – Student HFE Presentations
31/10/2024 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm – The VIC Branch is hosting a student HFE presentation night with 3 wonderful students presenting their research from La Trobe University. Anna Booth – Experiences of retail store managers supporting the psychological health and safety of their team members Anna Booth is a Senior Health Management and Rehabilitation Consultant at Telstra, based in Melbourne, VIC. […]
Posted on byHFESA PD – It’s good to talk: Qualitative explorations of end user perspectives in health and transport
30/10/2024 @ 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm – Recent Academic Research Article Webinar series Welcome to the HFESA webinar series that invites people from Australian or overseas to share with us insights into their recently published HFE research. The webinar is free to attend and recorded for people in any time zone to watch later A/Prof Katie Plant and Dr Rich McIlroy […]
Posted on byPACDEFF 2024
29/10/2024 – 30/10/2024 @ All Day – We are now just over two months out from PACDEFF 2024, which will be held at Rydges Hotel, CBD, in Melbourne, over 29 and 30 October. Numbers are very strong again this year and we remain on track for a record crowd. The program for this year’s event remains unchanged and is available on our […]
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Posted on by9th International Confeence On Driver Distraction And Inattention
22/10/2024 – 24/10/2024 @ All Day – This premier international event on inattention and distracted driving draws delegates from over 20 countries, including government, industry, and academia. For the first time, it’s coming to the United States! The conference features keynote speakers, plenary and parallel sessions, a poster exhibition, student competition, expert panel discussions and an including an optional pre-conference workshop, . Networking opportunities […]
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