Citation

Guo Z, Pang H, Zhang J, Zhang J, Wang J, He C, Li C. Ergonomics 2023; ePub(ePub): ePub.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2023, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/00140139.2023.2287975

PMID

38037382

Abstract

This study analyzes 4,095 proactive safety inspection records obtained from a large dispatching center by utilizing the HFACS framework. These proactive safety inspection records offer comprehensive documentation of incidents, capturing major accidents and numerous minor discrepancies and lapses that often go unnoticed in accident reports. The analysis revealed that most incidents were attributed to unsafe actions, primarily skill-based errors and poor decision-making. Additionally, contributing factors such as adverse mental states, personal readiness, and crew resource management were found to play a significant role as preconditions for unsafe acts. Path analyses further established a significant correlation between factors such as unsafe supervision, preconditions for unsafe acts, and the occurrence of unsafe acts. In our discussion, we critically evaluate the strengths and limitations of proactive safety inspection records in safety research. Moreover, we emphasize these findings' potential to enhance safety within the railway industry.

Language: en

Keywords

Human error; Human factor analysis and classification system (HFACS); Pathways; Proactive safety; Railway dispatchers