Could health education leaflets and posters be made more effective by employing user experience design methods to create improved materials that are seen as easier to use?
From sleigh-driving fatigue to the risk of being injured hauling presents down chimneys, Santa Claus could do with some help from human factors at this time of year
Future societies could soon be reliant on complex emerging technologies so how do we make sure we’re prepared for the risks they bring with them as well as the benefits?
A report by the Healthcare Safety Investigation Branch has recommended a series of measures to reduce the risk of the wrong implant being inserted into patients, including where packaging and labelling could make a difference.
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?
More needs to be done to create better work cultures where staff feel confident about raising concerns, according to a former nurse who helped expose failings at an NHS trust
Could a radical rethink about how we view cars and the role of personal vehicles be what’s needed if we want to find sustainable transport solutions that work for all road users?
Introducing human factors thinking to healthcare can create better working environments where staff feel included and patients benefit from better outcomes, according to a leading surgeon.
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.
How do human factors professionals develop skills, track strengths and gain recognition? Our all-new Professional Competency Checklist is your essential guide
Our annual awards celebrate the very best of human factors people and projects and this year’s inspiring winners show how our discipline is making a positive difference to lives around the world.
New research into the vibration experienced by babies in prams and cargo bikes could help develop safer and more comfortable travel options for infants
A retired engineer has designed a new type of spade which he claims can help protect users from back strain by stopping them from having to bend over while digging, and can also give them even more power.
