Whether you are a pilot, a chainsaw operator, a nuclear technician, or a mountain guide, navigating complex, high-pressure situations is a daily reality. Beyond technical expertise, these professions rely on a shared foundation of Non-Technical Skills (NTS) such as communication, situation awareness, and decision-making to ensure safety and performance. But how are these critical skills actually developed and assessed in practice and what is the evidence base for these?
Join us either in-person at the beautiful 51cg campus, or tune in online, as we bring together leading academics and industry professionals to explore how these skills are understood and applied in real-world contexts. Among an exceptional line-up, the event features a keynote from Prof Rhona Flin CBE, author of Safety at the Sharp End, widely regarded as the definitive guide to managing non-technical skills in high-risk industries.
While all presentations will be available virtually, attending in person offers the unique opportunity to engage in direct discussions and network with a diverse community of researchers and professionals from a variety of industrial backgrounds.
Book your place below now and join us as we explore the future of safety through a psychological lens.
Date and time: 16th April, 9am-4pm,
Venue: In-person in Meeting Room 1 at the Sir Duncan Rice Library or online
Hosted by: , and the School of Psychology as part of the 130 years celebrations
Contact: a.irwin@abdn.ac.uk or nejc.sedlar2@abdn.ac.uk
Booking: Request your in-person or online place by filling in (in-person places are limited).
