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How error can be reduced with a more human-centric approach to the design of systems

Revealing how standards are created and how to get involved

New research explores some of the strategies and solutions that can be used to tackle the challenges of human factors integration

Find out about organisational change including how to design a risk assessment process

Learn about the impact of the pandemic on the rural informal workers of India

To mark our 75th anniversary last year, a special issue of the journal Ergonomics has been released exploring both the history and the future of our profession

Good design is often overlooked because it fits seamlessly into our lives, but could this lead people to ignore the skill and expertise needed to create it and to believe that human factors is ‘just common sense’?

Don’t miss the exhibition to mark our 75th anniversary and celebrate human factors! It opens at the Museum of Making in Derby on 27 September for the autumn.

A team of human factors experts has drawn up a list of the grand challenges the profession needs to tackle in response to the issues facing society today

Our new interactive exhibition designed to celebrate the Institute’s 75 birthday and inspire the next generation of human factors practitioners is now open at the Museum of Making

Explore how human factors as a discipline can help address Equality, Diversity and Inclusion issues

A new approach to human factors training in Thailand aims to develop the profession by boosting skills and knowledge and identifying the core competencies needed to support organisations in the country.

An immersive exhibition celebrating the world of human factors is now available online for everyone to explore and find out more about the difference our profession makes

Stressed-out managers around the world report feeling less engaged with their jobs, but improving work culture could hold the key to boosting wellbeing and sparking a “global productivity boom”

A human factors training course developed by the Royal Navy’s Safety Centre and which has helped contribute to better safety culture across the service has now been given official accreditation by the CIEHF.

Discover some of the human factors thinking that’s helping to improve performance across sports such as rifle shooting and archery

Could sleep tracking devices help improve performance and safety on navy warships by helping to monitor and manage fatigue while sailors are at sea?

Personalised podcasts that are tailored to an individual’s interests could be a more effective way of learning than reading information in textbooks, according to new research

An award-winning system could help forestry workers keep track of changes in the woodland and share data and knowledge to protect these environments from the challenges of climate change.

Police officers rely on personal protective equipment to keep them safe on duty, so how can we make sure that the kit they use is comfortable and allows them to perform at their best?

With renewable energy set to play an even greater role in powering our world, a new study looks at how human factors could help on and offshore wind turbine workers

How can human factors research help to guide an international standard in self-assembly instructions?

Artificial intelligence and robotics have been used to create an award-winning walking aid that could help transform the lives of people with mobility challenges.

Proven practices to drive improved performance and manage risk

A framework for making sure new technology is designed with users at its heart is bringing positive changes to US defence, aviation and beyond

Blame for maritime accidents has often focused on mistakes by a ship’s crew, but human factors experts say a ‘reverse Swiss cheese’ approach which pays more attention to decisions made at boardroom level could help promote safety

Virtual and augmented reality may have a key role to play in reducing the number of work-related injuries by teaching staff essential skills in a safe space

Our relationship with our dogs and what makes us feel close to them could hold the key to developing social robots that can better connect with humans and help to tackle the problem of loneliness.

Could a new project to create a self-driving shuttle that can carry passengers to and from places help to revolutionise public transport and how we get around the cities of tomorrow?

Want to share ideas and make new connections with other human factors professionals working in the same area as you? Our Sector Groups could be the perfect place to start…

The traditional computer mouse has been given a flexible redesign to help reduce injuries and make it more comfortable for users

Learn how the discipline of human factors can help enhance cyber security

Feeling tired and stressed can have an impact on train drivers’ performance but new research shows that age and experience can help protect against some of these negative effects.

Submissions for our annual conference are now open and if you’ve got a project that’s been making a difference or a new piece of research, then EHF2023 is the perfect place to let the human factors community hear about it.

How can airports make sure that passengers and staff have a better experience when it comes to helping travellers who need extra support during their journeys?

When there’s a lot of areas where you can make a difference, how do you choose your focus and plan your next steps? Our CEO Ben Peachey explains the approach we’ve taken in developing our own strategy

If we want to shake off the “default male” perspective that’s often influenced the design of our roads and railways and attract more women workers to the transport industry, then human factors could have the key to positive change

The CIEHF has launched a new campaign to help people working with oxygen at the bedside of hospital patients. Leaks of the gas can cause fires and even explosions, meaning it’s critical to ensure it’s handled correctly – particularly when staff are working under great pressure and stress.

From cycling stars’ shorts to suits that help drivers think differently, the new exhibition marking our 75th anniversary looks at the difference human factors can make.

Explore near misses in three different sectors and how controls might be developed to prevent future events

If your new year’s resolution involves finding a new job or shaking up your professional life then our Careers Day is the perfect place to start.

Rail passengers with mobility problems can be vulnerable to trips and falls as they navigate stations and trains but new research into hazard hotspots could help create safer transport infrastructure.