Signed off but not team ready: An example from heart surgery
The gap between being signed off and being genuinely team ready, is one most competence systems aren’t designed to see. We came across a clear example of it somewhere you might not expect: a cardiac operating theatre.
Beyond the Training Matrix: A Human Factors Approach to Competence Management
Competence management is often treated as a standalone system, separate from risk assessment.
But what if competence standards were derived directly from Human Factors risk analysis?
Getting on the Same Page in Cardiac Surgery: How Shared Mental Models Can Save Lives
A fascinating case study explores how “Shared Mental Models” – a concept proven in aviation and military operations – can transform surgical team performance.
On Crafting Effective and Safe Procedures
In safety-critical industries, having a procedure isn’t enough—it needs to be both accurate and user-friendly. A well-crafted procedure can enhance safety, reduce risks, and streamline operations, but only if it’s easy to follow and understand.
Critical Competences: SCTA & risk-informed competence standards
Safety Critical Task Analysis (SCTA) is a well-established process in the UK onshore and offshore petrochemical and oil and gas sectors. It is a systematic process for the assessment and management of human failure.
