C10.7.5.5.1 Relating Behaviour Factors to Human Failures

 

Job Factors

  • Illogical design of equipment and / or instruments.
  • Constant disturbances and interruptions.
  • Missing or unclear instructions.
  • Poorly maintained equipment.
  • High workload.
  • Noisy and unpleasant working conditions.

 

Individual Factors

  • Low skill and competence levels.
  • Tired staff.
  • Bored or disheartened staff.
  • Individual medical problems.

 

Organisational Factors

  • Poor work planning, leading to high work pressure.
  • Lack of safety systems and barriers.
  • Inadequate responses to previous incidents.
  • Management based upon one-way communications.
  • Deficient co-ordination and responsibilities.
  • Poor management of health and safety.
  • Poor health and safety culture.

 

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