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One Procedure Change Process, Two Interpretations: A Qualitative Exploration of Differences in User and
Anjelica Mendoza1, Alec Smith2, Sin-Ning Liu1
1Department of Psychology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA.
IISE Transactions on Occupational Ergonomics and Human Factors
|September 26, 2024
Summary
Standard operating procedures (SOPs) require effective change management. Users and administrators have differing views on the SOP change process, impacting workplace safety and ergonomics.
Area of Science:
- Occupational safety and health
- Human factors engineering
- Industrial process management
Background:
- Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are critical for safety in complex industrial environments.
- Effective change management for SOPs is essential to adapt to evolving tasks, roles, and tools.
- Discrepancies in perceptions of change management can compromise procedural integrity and safety.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the contrasting perceptions of SOP change management between administrators and users in a petrochemical setting.
- To identify implications for ergonomics and human factors practitioners regarding SOP change processes.
- To provide recommendations for improving SOP change management systems.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research methodology.
- Semi-structured interviews with SOP administrators and end-users.
- Analysis of perceptions regarding the transparency, accessibility, and effectiveness of the procedural change process.
Main Results:
- Administrators perceived the SOP change process as transparent and accessible.
- End-users perceived the SOP change process as opaque and futile.
- A significant disconnect exists between those who manage SOPs and those who use them.
Conclusions:
- The perceived opacity and futility of the SOP change process by users have critical implications for workplace safety.
- Ergonomics and human factors considerations must address transparency, employee buy-in, and clear communication in SOP change management.
- Improving SOP change management is vital for maintaining a safe and efficient industrial workplace.
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