Human Factors and Organisational Culture in Process Safety
On 29 April 2025, CAIA, in collaboration with Cranfield University, hosted a webinar that looked at how the human element has a bearing on process safety. People – their behaviour, attitudes, skills, and knowledge – play a crucial role in maintaining safe and reliable operations. From frontline workers to managers and leaders, human performance and decision-making shape how effectively safety systems function across the chemical and related industries.
Speakers
- Dr Andy Brazier – Human Factors Specialist, AB Risk Limited
- Michael Wright, C.Psychol. C.ErgHF – Director, Wright Human Factors Ltd
- Robert Miles – Senior Consultant, Hu-Tech
- Dr Curt Braun – Global Human Performance Advisor, Process and Operational Safety, BP
- Dr Charles Cowley, PhD MBA BSc CEng MIMechE MAPM FInstLM FRSA, Visiting Fellow – Safety Leadership, Cranfield University School of Management
- Dr Colin Pilbeam, MA PhD MBA DBA SFHEA – Professor of Organisational Safety, Safety and Accident Investigation Centre, Cranfield University