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SH175: You can't pay MORE attention: the myth of 'loss of situation awareness'
In this episode, we explore the complexities of situational awareness (SA) in diving and why it's often only recognized as missing after an …
1 year ago
SH174: When The Rescuer Nearly Needs Rescuing! - Task Fixation
In this blog, a diver reflects on a simulated rescue scenario during a PADI Rescue Course, highlighting critical lessons about human factors…
1 year ago
SH173: How to conduct effective pre-dive checks on a busy dive boat
Pre-dive checks are essential for diving safety, but they’re often rushed or overlooked, especially on busy dive boats. Factors like time pr…
1 year ago
SH172: Making sense now to see what the future might bring
In this episode, Gareth Lock explores the critical role of situation awareness and risk management in diving, emphasizing the importance of …
1 year ago
SH171: If A=B and B=C, then why A≠C?
In this blog, Bart Den Ouden shares a personal experience highlighting the importance of psychological safety, vulnerability, and human fact…
1 year ago
SH170: From an acorn to a two-day global virtual conference in four months!
The first-ever Human Factors in Diving Conference, held on September 24-25, 2021, brought together 27 speakers from around the world to expl…
1 year, 1 month ago
SH169: “The root cause of an accident is our imagination”
Accidents in diving, and life, rarely stem from a single "root cause" but rather from a complex interplay of factors—technical skills, conte…
1 year, 1 month ago
SH168: What is a mistake? What is an error? Words have meanings.
In this episode, Gareth Lock delves into the nature of human error, exploring concepts like slips, lapses, mistakes, and violations through …
1 year, 1 month ago
SH167: Only 20% of surgeons would like to use a checklist in their operations…
In this episode, Gareth Lock explores the critical role of checklists in enhancing safety and reducing errors in high-risk environments like…
1 year, 1 month ago
SH166: You can’t run before you can walk...
In this episode, Bart Den Ouden reflects on the importance of mastering the basics before taking on advanced challenges, using ice diving as…
1 year, 1 month ago