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Nov. 1, 2023
STRESS | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

There are many types of stress. Typically, in the aviation environment, there are two distinct types — acute and chronic. Acute stress arises from real-time demands placed on our senses, mental processing and physical body, such as dealing with an emergency or working under time pressure with
Oct. 2, 2023
PRESSURE | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

Pressure is to be expected when working in a dynamic environment, especially in combat. However, when the pressure to meet a deadline interferes with our ability to complete tasks correctly, then it has become too much. It is the old argument of quantity versus quality; and in aviation, we should
Sept. 1, 2023
LACK OF TEAMWORK | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

In aviation many tasks and operations are team affairs. No single person (or organization) can be responsible for the safe outcomes of all tasks. However, if someone is not contributing to the team effort, this can lead to unsafe outcomes. This means that workers must rely on colleagues and other
Aug. 10, 2023
July 2023 goes down as hottest month on record; more extreme heat looming

July 2023 just became the hottest month in recorded history with no relief anytime soon, and the commander-in-chief has taken notice.Tuesday the World Meteorological Organization announced climate scientists in Europe officially confirmed the record-breaking heat and said to expect more scorching
Aug. 1, 2023
NORMS | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

Workplace practices develop over time, through experience, and often under the influence of a specific workplace culture. These practices can be both, good and bad, safe and unsafe. They are referred to as “the way we do things round here,” which become norms. Unfortunately, such practices follow
July 14, 2023
DISTRACTIONS | The Dirty Dozen: Common human error factors in aircraft maintenance mishaps

Distraction could be anything that draws a person’s attention away from the task on which they are employed. Some distractions in the workplace are unavoidable, such as loud noises, requests for assistance or advice, and day-to-day safety problems that require immediate solving. Other distractions
June 29, 2023
Eleven fatalities cause for concern heading into Fourth of July weekend

The Department of the Air Force has lost 11 teammates to preventable mishaps since the kickoff of the 101 Critical Days of Summer began in late May. With the long Fourth of July weekend approaching, more members will be at increased risk.Water-related mishaps lead the way in the Air Force’s summer
June 15, 2023
Old nemesis claims lives of four Airmen since start of summer safety focus

Since the 101 Critical Days of Summer kicked off Memorial Day weekend at the end of May, the Air Force has lost four Airmen to an old nemesis: vehicle mishaps.Two Airmen died in car accidents, while another perished in a motorcycle crash. The fourth succumbed to injuries suffered in an all-terrain
June 6, 2023
I know what I’m doing, and other lies I tell myself

Many of us convince ourselves we know what we are doing when we often do not. Take firearms for example. Too often personnel convince themselves they know how to properly and safely handle a weapon, but in reality, they don’t.A 10-year review of Air Force mishaps revealed 60 personnel injured from
June 5, 2023
Embracing safety, risk management through 101 Critical Days of Summer at Laughlin

In the warm summer months, Airmen, families and friends hit the road seeking memorable experiences and carefree moments. As Airmen embark on their journeys and spend time doing their favorite summer activities, the risks involved can pile up quickly.

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