Counter-Errorism in Diving: Applying Human Factors to Diving1 Feb 2025

SH144: Just another brick in (under) the wall...taking action

In this episode, we explore the gap between knowledge and action, focusing on how even small, intentional changes can lead to significant improvements in safety and performance. Drawing from examples like the WHO Safe Surgical Checklist and lessons from diving, we highlight the importance of applying what we know—whether through simple tools like checklists and debriefs or by understanding decision-making and systemic issues. Alongside a personal story about working with a coach to turn knowledge into impactful action, we challenge listeners to reflect: what will you do to turn your insights into meaningful change?

Original blog: https://www.thehumandiver.com/blog/anotherbrickinthewall

Links: CAP 737 http://publicapps.caa.co.uk/modalapplication.aspx?appid=11&mode=detail&id=6480

IOGP Doc 502 https://www.iogp.org/bookstore/product/guidelines-for-implementing-well-operations-crew-resource-management-training/

Non-technical skills for surgeons: https://www.rcsed.ac.uk/professional-support-development-resources/learning-resources/non-technical-skills-for-surgeons-notss

The Castle: http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2018/02/the-castle-by-jorge-mendez-blake/

World Health Organisation Safe Surgical Checklist: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMsa0810119

Semmelweis: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ignaz_Semmelweis

Distancing through differencing: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/292504703_Distancing_through_differencing_An_obstacle_to_organizational_learning_following_accidents

Tags: English, Decision-Making, Gareth Lock, Human Factors, Non-Technical Skills

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