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Human Factors, Humanistic Systems- understanding and improving human work by Steven Shorrock
Interactive PDF by Steven Shorrock 1. Human Factors and Ergonomics:Read More ►
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IEA NewsBrief: March 2023
The March edition of the IEA news brief contains theRead More ►
Posted on by2024 HFESA Conference
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE Join us in Brisbane from 25 toRead More ►
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Notice to potential Certified Professional Ergonomists (CPEs) The Human FactorsRead More ►
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Academic Courses The HFESA does not currently endorse courses, howeverRead More ►
Posted on byHFES International Symposium 2023
26/03/2023 – 29/03/2023 @ All Day – The 12th International Symposium on Human Factors and Ergonomics in Health Care in Orlando, Florida will feature five tracks of educational sessions. This educational activity is your opportunity to learn insights on the latest science and best practices, understand innovations in the safety of health care providers and patients, sharpen the focus of HF/E initiatives, […]
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Program of work on optimising medication-related computerised alerts in electronic medical records
Program of work on optimising medication-related computerised alerts in electronicRead More ►
Posted on byHFESA 2022 Conference – Human Factors in Rural Communities
16/10/2022 – 19/10/2022 @ All Day – The HFESA 2022 Conference is a 3 day conference commencing with a welcome function on the Sunday night, which brings together a range of professionals within the Human Factors or Ergonomics field exploring Human Factors issues in the rural sector. This years theme will be “Human Factors in the Rural Communities”. The conference will consist […]
Posted on byTranslating Evidence into Practice – Human Factors Challenges and Design of Work
11/08/2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – NSW PD: Translating Evidence into Practice – Human Factors Challenges and Design of Work This interactive event will present the work of three PhD candidates whose research has been motivated by their professional practice and interest in translating evidence into practice. Each presenter will provide an overview of their research prior to inviting discussion and […]
Posted on byWA PD – A practical guide to psychosocial risk assessment
09/08/2022 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm – In this session we will explore the current suite of approaches to workplace mental health, understand why a focus on building individual resilience is insufficient, and demonstrate how to apply a hazard identification and risk management process to psychological health and safety. Joelle will provide a practical, step-by-step guide to the process of psychosocial risk […]
Posted on byQLD PD – AcciMap: a systems thinking approach to accident investigation and analysis
31/08/2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – AcciMap: a systems thinking approach to accident investigation and analysis AcciMap is a systems thinking-based accident analysis method which provides a means with which to describe and analyse accidents through the lens of Jens Rasmussen’s risk management framework (Rasmussen, 1997). This webinar will provide an overview of AcciMap and its applications across the safety critical […]
Posted on byQLD PD – Uncovering expertise: An introduction to cognitive task analysis
24/08/2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Uncovering expertise: An introduction to cognitive task analysis Cognitive task analysis methods provide a means to gain an in-depth understanding of the cognitive processes behind expert performance. This webinar will provide an overview of these methods, including the critical decision method and verbal protocol analysis, giving examples of their use for knowledge elicitation. Associate Professor […]
Posted on byQLD PD – Physical Ergonomics Tools to Manage the Risks of Musculoskeletal Injuries
17/08/2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm – Physical Ergonomics Tools to Manage the Risks of Musculoskeletal Injuries Physical ergonomics– a key domain of specialisation in the field of HFE – is concerned with human anatomical, anthropometric, physiological, and biomechanical characteristics as they relate to physical activity. Based on the nature of the physical activity, this domain uses different tools/methods to identify, assess, […]
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Posted on byNSW PD Event – Mapping and modelling tools to understand your system
22/06/2022 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – In the field of human factors and ergonomics, we often run into situations where we would like to alter or improve the way a system functions. Using system mapping and modelling tools will enable us to better understand the system we are trying to improve, to design and apply improvements, and to understand how these […]
Posted on byWhat is Ergonomics?
Definition and Applications The word ergonomics —“the science of work” — isRead More ►
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Psychological Impact Of Masks And Other PPE
University of Queensland researchers assess the psychological impact of wearingRead More ►
Posted on bySafety 2022 – 14th World Conference on Injury Prevention & Safety Promotion
27/11/2022 – 30/11/2022 @ All Day – Event Dates Sunday 27 to Wednesday 30 November 2022. About the Conference Event To maintain momentum of the 14th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety Promotion will be held from 27-30 November 2022 in Adelaide, Australia. Hosted by the Public Health Association of Australia and Co-Sponsored by the World Health Organization, and other key national […]
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Study suggests link between air pollution and heightened Covid risk
The risk of getting the virus could be heightened byRead More ►
Posted on byHFESA & AIHS EVENT: DESIGNING THE SYSTEM OF WORK
24/11/2021 @ 5:00 pm – 6:45 pm – SA Members! Join us for an evening of ‘Designing the System of Work’, focussing on the three factors of the physical tasks and environment, human factors integration and psychosocial factors. Presenter topics: David Nery – Human Factors Integration: Getting in Early! Heidi Turbill – Safety in Design – Focusing on the Gaps Dr. Valerie O’Keeffe – […]
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