Human Factors
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CASM – A Human Factors Group Tool
Read more: CASM – A Human Factors Group ToolGuides, Instructors and leaders operating in the UK in avalanche terrain frequently travel in groups, but yet there remains very little research into the ‘Non Technical Skills’ required to mitigate avalanche terrain. CASM is a proposed Human Factors group tool which is based on Crew Resource Management (CRM) training from the aviation sector, an inevitably…
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Mountain CRM: An interview with a Search and Rescue Helicopter Pilot
Read more: Mountain CRM: An interview with a Search and Rescue Helicopter PilotWhile Mountain Assurance was preparing to launch ‘Mountain CRM’, we decided to share this short audio interview with Search and Rescue (SAR) helicopter pilot Graham Stein. I know many of you have been waiting for ‘Mountain CRM’ and this online course is available now via the Mountain Assurance Teachable site. Despite the additional time available…
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Crew Resource Management and Human Factors in Avalanche Terrain
Read more: Crew Resource Management and Human Factors in Avalanche TerrainA few days ago I shared the exciting news that Mountain Assurance is preparing to launch a short online course entitled ‘Mountain CRM’. This short course in Crew Resource Management and human factors in avalanche terrain will be a mix of written material, short lectures and audio interviews. What is CRM? But the obvious question…
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The Human Factor in mountaineering and snow sports – Going beyond FACETS.
Read more: The Human Factor in mountaineering and snow sports – Going beyond FACETS.Human Factors – “it’s all about the Human Factor, init [sic]” For many winter sports enthusiasts the acronym of FACETS will need little introduction, especially for those who have undertaken any avalanche training. Interest in Human Factors among winter sports enthusiasts, has rocketed in recent years. It is an in vogue subject. Here lies the…
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