Human Factors and Behavioural Safety

Accidents and cases of occupational ill-health are commonly associated with aspects of human behaviour and the potential for human error. <strong><em>Human Factors and Behavioural Safety</em></strong> is not written for psychologists but instead gives health and safety professionals and students a broad overview of human factors and those aspects of human behaviour which have a direct effect on health and safety performance within organisations.Particular attention is paid to: * the role of the organisation in promoting safe behaviour* the sensory and perceptual processes of people* behavioural factors such as attitude motivation and personality* the process of attitude change* theories of personal risk taking and accident * the importance of good communication change management and stress management