Purpose

The main purpose of the platform is the performance of people in complex work environments, their abilities to make decisions and their strengths, but also the prevention of human errors. One emphasis is placed on the conditions that allow good safety performances.
The relevance and similarities of “human factors” in various different work environments are the focus of activities (workshops, publications) and networking efforts that are targeted towards the public.
The platform serves as a panel for people who deal with thought processes and human performances under complex technical and social conditions.

Aims of the platform

	Exchange and networking between human factors experts from various industries and branches
	to provide opportunities for exchange and networking
	the transmission of human factor knowledge into the practice fields
	the advancement of concepts and theories
	the promotion of mutual applied projects

Topics

	Performing and decision making in critical situations
	Leadership, teamwork and communication
	Culture and safety performance
	Automation and its limits
	Requirements for human factors trainer
	Utilisation of simulators for Safe working procedures
	Safety aspects of the jobs