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In this article, we review the value of human factors research and user-centered design from a business perspective. After briefly clarifying these concepts, the discussion turns to the primary ...

University of Houston professor of Mechanical Engineering Technology Weihang Zhu is spearheading an effort to redefine ...

Even with better technology and regulations, human behavior remains the leading cause of workplace incidents. Here’s what safety leaders need to understand—and fix—in 2026. As occupational safety ...

On June 22, 2023, a worker at a rubber hose manufacturing plant suffered severe crushing injuries when powered belts that were still energized and unguarded pulled him into a machine. OSHA later ...

As technology continues to become more sophisticated and ubiquitous, its value isn’t necessarily rooted in the general widespread availability that many people have become accustomed to today. The ...

Image courtesy ARC About the Author: Fred Finger, Senior Vice President and Head of Operations at American Roll-On Roll-Off Carrier Group (ARC) A safety management system, while vital, can only take a ...

An exhibition that debuted at Derby’s Museum of Making has launched online to encourage more people to explore how we ...

Single pilots manage fatigue through proactive self-checks, targeted training, and hydration strategies, as fatigue can impair decision-making and safety. Recognizing early warning signs, such as ...

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