Whether you are a pilot, a chainsaw operator, a nuclear technician, or a mountain guide, navigating complex, high-pressure situations is a daily reality. Beyond technical expertise, these professions rely on a shared foundation of Non-Technical Skills (NTS) such as communication, situation awareness, and decision-making to ensure safety and performance. But how are these critical skills actually developed and assessed in practice and what is the evidence base for these?
Join us either in-person at the beautiful University of Aberdeen campus, or tune in online, as we bring together leading academics and industry professionals to explore how these skills are understood and applied in real-world contexts. Among an exceptional line-up, the event features a keynote from Prof Rhona Flin CBE, author of Safety at the Sharp End, widely regarded as the definitive guide to managing non-technical skills in high-risk industries.
While all presentations will be available virtually, attending in person offers the unique opportunity to engage in direct discussions and network with a diverse community of researchers and professionals from a variety of industrial backgrounds.
Book your place below now and join us as we explore the future of safety through a psychological lens.
Date and time: 16th April, 9am-4pm, Full Event Details
Venue: In-person in Meeting Room 1 at the Sir Duncan Rice Library or online
Hosted by: The Applied Psychology and Human Factors (APHF) group, and the School of Psychology as part of the 130 years celebrations
Contact: a.irwin@abdn.ac.uk or nejc.sedlar2@abdn.ac.uk
Booking: Request your in-person or online place by filling in this form (in-person places are limited).
