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Analytical HFACS for investigating human errors in shipping accidents
1Department of Maritime Transportation and Management Engineering, Istanbul Technical University, Tuzla 34940, Istanbul, Turkey. celikmet@itu.edu.tr
Accident; Analysis and Prevention
|December 31, 2008
Summary
Shipping accidents remain a concern despite new technology. This study uses a Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) to enhance the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS), improving the analysis of human errors in maritime incidents.
Area of Science:
- Maritime Safety and Human Factors
- Risk Analysis and Decision Support Systems
Background:
- Shipping accidents continue to pose significant risks to global maritime interests, even with advancements in marine technology and safety regulations.
- The consistency and accuracy of shipping accident investigation reports are crucial for effectively identifying root causes.
- Human error is a recognized major contributor to maritime incidents, necessitating robust analytical frameworks.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop an enhanced analytical framework for investigating shipping accidents.
- To specifically identify and quantify the role of human errors in maritime incidents.
- To integrate the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) with the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) for improved analysis.
Main Methods:
- Development of an analytical Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS).
- Application of the Fuzzy Analytical Hierarchy Process (FAHP) to the HFACS framework.
- Utilizing FAHP for quantitative assessment and group decision-making in accident analysis.
Main Results:
- The integration of FAHP provides a robust analytical foundation for the HFACS.
- The proposed system enhances the ability to quantitatively assess human error contributions in shipping accidents.
- The FAHP-FACH framework offers improved group decision-making capabilities for accident investigation.
Conclusions:
- The FAHP-enhanced HFACS offers a more effective method for analyzing human factors in shipping accidents.
- This approach contributes to more consistent and accurate shipping accident investigation reports.
- Improved identification of human error root causes can lead to enhanced maritime safety strategies.
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