ECAC workshop on human factors and motivation in aviation security
Paris/videoconference, 13-14 November 2024 — Over 45 security experts gathered both in-person and online for the ECAC Workshop on Human Factors and Motivation in Aviation Security. The workshop provided a platform for in-depth discussions on the latest developments, challenges and best practices related to human factor principles in aviation security.
The workshop featured a series of sessions that addressed the following topics:
- the application of human factor principles in aviation security;
- challenges, lessons learnt and best practices for integrating human factors into the planning and implementation of new technologies, including semi-automation;
- decision-making, root cause analysis, and system thinking in aviation security;
- actions that Appropriate Authorities and regulators can take to support human factor considerations within Member States.
In addition to theoretical presentations, discussions, and Q&A sessions, the workshop included four practical activities designed to apply the knowledge gained during the theoretical sessions to real-world scenarios.