Publications by authors named "Knut Robert Fossum"
Missing focus on Human Factors - organizational and cognitive ergonomics - in the safety management for the petroleum industry.
Proc Inst Mech Eng O J Risk Reliab
August 2017
Article Synopsis
- More attention is being paid to how people (Human Factors) affect safety in oil and gas accidents in Norway.
- A study revealed that companies often ignore important human aspects like communication and decision-making when designing control centers, mainly focusing on the more obvious physical aspects.
- To improve safety, experts in Human Factors should be involved from the beginning of projects, and authorities must ensure that safety rules regarding Human Factors are understood and followed.