Communication, Technology and the Video Assistant Referee (VAR)
There was a big refereeing error in the match between Tottenham and Liverpool and Liverpool at the weekend (1st October). A Liverpool goal was ruled out for offside by the on-field refereeing team. In the English Premier League, there is a Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system which allows on-field decisions to be scrutinised by a group of officials with access to video technology.
Human Error: Errordinary to the Extraordinary!
The same psychological mechanisms that underly errors in our ordinary, everyday life are also at play in the most extraordinary events that we see in the headlines. The positive message is that we can understand these mechanisms and do something about it.
Beyond human error: Non-destructive testing (NDT) and ultrasonic testing (UT)
UT thickness scanning is a technique which is used extensively in the Oil and Gas (O&G) Industry to examine the condition of pressurised piping and equipment. Done well, the information it provides can assist in the management of Plant Safety; done badly, the information could provide a false impression of the integrity and safety of the Plant.
The need for human factors awareness training in the oil and gas industry
I recently transitioned from my role as an Inspection Engineer in the Oil and Gas (O&G) Industry, after completing an MSc in Human Factors at Derby University to train as a Human Factors Consultant with Human Reliability Associates.
Festive failures
Holidays are coming, Holidays are coming…
… not long now!
But before we relax too much, there’s chance to have a fun look at festive failure.
Given how busy and stressful time of year can be, one might even think there’s more chance of error. Always remain sensitive to the chance of failure!
