Course Detail: HFAC - HFACS - Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (In-Person)

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Master human error management and acquire advanced skills to analyze and mitigate human factors, enhancing safety and performance across diverse industries. 
Led by Dr. Scott Shappell  & Dr. Douglas Wiegmann

Overview

The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) is the global benchmark for in-depth and credible analysis of human factors in adverse events. Widely applicable in accident investigation, risk reduction, safety, and productivity enhancement, HFACS is now being offered through specialized training by Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in collaboration with HFACS, Inc.

With human error contributing to 60 to 80% of safety failures, injuries, and quality defects across industries like aviation, healthcare, mining, and manufacturing, mastering its management is crucial for organizational profitability and success.

This intensive 2-day HFACS Course will equip you with scientifically validated methods for transforming errors into actionable insights and effective solutions. 

The HFACS Course can be completed independently, or toward the Certificate of Management in Aircraft Accident Investigation

Additionally, the HFACS-Advanced Course - available virtually - offers advanced training on proactive safety tools and data analytics, making it a valuable follow-up to the core HFACS Course. 

You will learn how to:

  • Integrate human factors and system safety principles into root cause analysis (RCA) or accident investigation processes.
  • Apply the Human Factors Analysis & Classification System (HFACS®) to identify systemic causes of human error during the RCA.
  • Develop innovative corrective actions  to enhance safety using the Human Factors Intervention Matrix (HFIX) and FACES tool.

You will receive:

  • HFACS-RCA Handbook
  • HFACS Interviewing Guide
  • HFACS/HFIX/FACES Tools and Checklist
  • ERAU Certificate of Completion

Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Embry-Riddle will award 1.6 CEUs to each attendee who successfully completes the course.

Attendees Said...

"The conduct of the in person course was incredible. The instructors were leading world experts in investigation proven academically, militarily and in practice. Delivery and interaction was of the highest caliber...The aviation industry seems to be the one most willing to invest in their safety professionals. As such many of the examples were aircraft related, however they easily translate into explosive safety. The human actor is the common factor." - Major Wilson, Ammunition Technical Officer, Canadian Armed Forces

"I recently attended the HFACS course at ERAU in Daytona Beach. The course was excellent and provided me with an in-depth explanation of HFACS by using real world examples of its application. To get the opportunity to learn about HFACS from its creators provided a unique opportunity that greatly enhanced the experience. I highly recommend this course." - Former NTSB Accident Investigator

Registration Information

The preferred method of payment is credit-card at the time of registration. If you are paying by another method of payment (wire-transfer, employer voucher, check/PO), please 'Create Profile' from the left menu and then contact Daytona Beach ProEd to submit a registration request. Please note registration requests are not guaranteed until payment is received in full.

Cancellation Policy

A cancellation charge of $150 will be assessed on any standard cancellations. A late cancellation charge of 25% of the course registration fee will be assessed on cancellations occurring within 14 days of the start of the course. For additional information, please review the detailed cancellation, deferment, no-show and refund policies.

Virtual HFACS

ERAU and HFACS, Inc. deliver the HFACS Course in-person, as well as offering online, virtual options throughout the year. Registration is available and recommended well in advance of the course start date.

 Session Information: D0525-HFAC-F1

Schedule: Every day, starting on 05/06/25 and ending on 05/07/25
Times: 08:00am-04:00pm EDT
Standard Fee : $1750.00

Additional Information

Contact: Crystal Fornataro
Email: dbproed@erau.edu
Tel: 386.226.2983

Instructors

Name Additional Resources
Douglas Wiegmann
Scott Shappell

Facility Detail

Daytona Beach Campus
Boeing Center for Aviation & Aerospace Safety (Daytona Beach Campus, FL)
1 Aerospace Blvd.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114

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