Introduction

In today's dynamic industrial landscape, Human Factors in Process Safety has become a critical domain influencing operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and accident prevention. Training Course on Human Factors in Process Safety addresses the interaction between humans, systems, and the working environment to reduce errors, improve safety culture, and enhance performance reliability in high-risk industries such as oil & gas, chemicals, manufacturing, and energy.

As the demand for safety-centric design, human reliability, and risk management intensifies, understanding and applying Human Factors is no longer optional—it's essential. This course empowers professionals with proactive safety strategies, real-world case studies, and human-centered design principles to eliminate latent risks and improve incident response through better decision-making and behavioral safety improvements.

Programme Curriculum

Training Course on Human Factors in Process Safety

Introduction:

Course Objectives

Understand the core principles of human factors engineering in process safety.
Identify human error types and their impact on operational risks.
Analyze the influence of workplace culture and leadership behavior on safety outcomes.
Apply ergonomic design to enhance operator performance and minimize errors.
Examine cognitive biases and their role in safety-critical decision-making.
Implement effective communication frameworks in hazardous environments.
Evaluate fatigue risk management systems (FRMS) to mitigate operator fatigue.
Integrate human reliability analysis (HRA) techniques in risk assessments.
Recognize the role of human-machine interaction (HMI) in modern process safety.
Design safety-critical task procedures with human factors in mind.
Assess organizational influences on individual performance and system vulnerabilities.
Use learning from incidents (LFI) to drive safety improvements.
Develop a comprehensive safety management system (SMS) with human factors at its core.

Target Audiences:

Process Safety Engineers
HSE Managers and Supervisors
Operations and Maintenance Personnel
Risk Assessment Specialists
Control Room Operators
Chemical and Mechanical Engineers
Regulatory Compliance Officers
Industrial Safety Consultants

Course Duration: 5 days

Course Modules

Module 1: Fundamentals of Human Factors in Process Safety

Introduction to Human Factors and Process Safety Integration
Safety Culture and Organizational Behavior
Systems Thinking in Process Safety
Swiss Cheese Model of Accident Causation
Understanding Latent and Active Failures
Case Study: BP Texas City Refinery Explosion

Module 2: Human Error and Decision-Making in High-Risk Environments

Types of Human Errors: Slips, Lapses, Mistakes, and Violations
Cognitive Load and Situational Awareness
Factors Influencing Decision-Making Under Pressure
Tools for Human Error Identification
Mitigating Errors Through Engineering Controls
Case Study: Fukushima Nuclear Disaster

Module 3: Ergonomics and Human-Machine Interface Design

Introduction to Industrial Ergonomics
Control Room Design Standards
Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Design Principles
Display and Control Device Optimization
Preventing Musculoskeletal and Cognitive Strain
Case Study: Three Mile Island Control Room Incident

Module 4: Human Reliability and Task Analysis

Human Reliability Analysis (HRA) Techniques
Safety-Critical Task Identification
Task and Job Hazard Analysis
Procedural Design with Human Limits in Mind
Checklists, Job Aids, and Work Instructions
Case Study: NASA Challenger Disaster

Module 5: Fatigue Management and Shift Work Risks

Causes and Consequences of Fatigue
Fatigue Risk Management Systems (FRMS)
Designing Rotational Shift Schedules
Sleep Hygiene and Alertness Tools
Monitoring and Managing Operator Fatigue
Case Study: Exxon Valdez Oil Spill

Module 6: Effective Communication and Team Coordination

Communication Models in High-Risk Settings
Importance of Briefings and Shift Handover
Team Resource Management (TRM) and Crew Coordination
Active Listening and Closed-Loop Communication
Conflict Resolution in Safety-Critical Scenarios
Case Study: Tenerife Airport Disaster

Module 7: Leadership, Behavior, and Organizational Culture

Role of Leadership in Promoting Safety Culture
Behavioral Safety Programs and Implementation
Motivating Safe Behaviors Through Reinforcement
Reporting Systems and Psychological Safety
Building a Resilient and Just Culture
Case Study: Deepwater Horizon Explosion

Module 8: Incident Investigation and Learning from Human Error

Techniques for Root Cause and Human Factors Analysis
Learning from Incidents (LFI) Frameworks
Event Tree and Fault Tree Analysis with Human Factors
Reporting Near Misses and Learning Opportunities
Creating and Disseminating Safety Alerts
Case Study: Bhopal Gas Tragedy

Training Methodology:

Interactive lectures with real-world examples
Simulation-based case studies and scenario analysis
Group workshops and brainstorming activities
Video demonstrations and ergonomic assessments
Peer reviews and group discussions
Hands-on application of tools and templates

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Human Factors Safety Engineering Risk Management HSE

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Oct 19 2026

19 Oct — 23 Oct 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000