INTEGRATION OF HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING INTO DESIGN - AN APPLIED APPROACH

摘要

To help reduce the potential for human error, it is important to effectively integrate Human Factors Engineering (HFE) principles into the design so that systems encompass human capabilities and limitations, while increasing system availability/safety/performance, and personnel satisfaction. This paper discusses an applied approach for HFE integration and implementation into the design, whether it be a new vessel, a facility construction project, or the expansion, modernization, or upgrading of an existing vessel or facility. This successful strategy has evolved over many years in the marine industry. This strategy integrates HFE throughout the various life cycle phases of a project with the objective of efficiently executing relevant HFE activities throughout conceptual, preliminary, and detail design as well as during construction and operation. Success factors are discussed and illustrated with examples from current and past design experiences.