

Human Factors Focus as a Psych Health and Safety Strategy - with Michael Coplen
Jun 16, 2023
Michael Coplen, former Division Chief of Safety Policy and Promotion at the Federal Transit Administration, shares his experience in researching safety culture and safety management systems. Topics discussed include psychological health and safety, rail industry experiences, the impact of psychosocial hazards on behavior, staff shortages and sleep deprivation, considering human needs in challenging environments, and the importance of safety during national safety month.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Psychological Health and Safety
01:55 • 13min
Working as a Rail Conductor and Locomotive Engineer
14:46 • 8min
Understanding Psychosocial Hazards and their Impact on Behavior in the Workplace
22:52 • 2min
Challenges of Staff Shortages and Sleep Deprivation
25:15 • 5min
Considering Human Needs in Challenging Environments
29:59 • 20min
Closing Remarks and Invitation for Audience Interaction
50:24 • 2min