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April 20, 2024 by HAL
When facing life-threatening situations while diving, controlling stress reactions is crucial. The body’s response floods it with adrenaline, preparing for fight or flight. Strategies like controlled breathing help calm the mind, improve decision-making, and increase resilience under extreme pressure. Read the entire article at www.thehumandiver.com
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April 17, 2024 by HAL
Understanding the language of human factors helps convey complex concepts and build deeper understanding. Language shapes our reality, aiding in learning and insight. Learning about human factors is like learning a new language, expanding our world limits. Read the entire article at www.thehumandiver.com
April 16, 2024 by HAL
Chat-THD can help enhance safety and performance for rebreather divers by providing practical elements to discuss, such as pre-dive checks, gas planning, computer settings, problem-solving, leadership, and communication. Practical examples include teamwork strategies, gas management techniques, emergency protocols, situational awareness training, and leadership styles. Incorporating these elements into training materials can improve team cohesion and […]
April 14, 2024 by HAL
There was a fatal diving accident in Norway, prompting reflections on cognitive dissonance and the evolving nature of individual narratives post-incident. Memories are context-based and change over time, influencing how stories are told. Multiple narratives with rich context reduce judgment and foster learning in the community. Communication challenges exist due to cognitive efficiency and reliance […]
Applying teamwork in diving involves training instructors in human factors, promoting leadership behaviors, and fostering a culture of learning. Practical tools include effective communication within the team, emphasizing problem-solving roles, and creating psychologically safe environments. Key strategies include mutual accountability, structured dive briefs, and debriefs focusing on systemic reasons for events. Encouraging continual learning and […]
April 10, 2024 by HAL
In the journey of becoming a proficient diver, the responsibility for learning is shared between instructors and students. Initially, instructors provide essential knowledge, but gaps may remain. Divers must actively seek experiences to fill these gaps. Some divers stop learning after certification, relying on instructors or social media for information. Discussions point to the need […]
April 8, 2024 by HAL
Cognitive dissonance is the discomfort of accepting conflicting facts with our beliefs, hindering learning. The book “Black Box Thinking” by Matthew Syed explores how data from aviation black boxes improved patient safety. Examples include UFO cult believers and wrongful convictions. Cognitive dissonance affects decision-makers and diving beliefs like Nitrox safety or cave diving risks. Addressing […]
March 20, 2024 by HAL
Cognitive dissonance is the conflict between our actions and beliefs. When faced with conflicting thoughts, we can either change our actions or beliefs to resolve the dissonance. This conflict can lead to feelings of discomfort or frustration. People often justify their actions to avoid confronting conflicting beliefs. Read the article
March 18, 2024 by HAL
Excellence in diving requires building strong systems and structures to foster a culture of improvement. Key aspects include recruitment alignment, skill development, common language communication, feedback, and recognition. Adhering to these processes ensures everyone understands goals, grows competencies, and fosters teamwork. Read the article
March 16, 2024 by HAL
When deciding whether to dive or not, it’s crucial to assess justification, feasibility, find the right solution, identify alternatives, and choose the best one. Personal reasoning, feasibility, team consultation, and considering alternatives are key in decision-making to ensure safety and success. It’s important to maintain a clear mindset, involve all team members, have contingency plans, […]
March 15, 2024 by HAL
Situational awareness in diving is crucial for safety, as attention is limited. To increase awareness, it’s important to focus on one task at a time, delegate tasks among team members, and ask questions to enhance understanding. Five exercises can help improve situational awareness, including multitasking demonstrations and scenario-based training. It’s essential to slow down, process […]
February 21, 2024 by HAL
Operating on autopilot, or being distracted by familiarity, can lead to errors in decision-making due to the brain working at a skill-based level. Familiar actions have a low error rate, while new or unique actions have a higher error rate. Incidents often occur when people are operating at a skill-based level, as they become distracted […]
February 18, 2024 by HAL
Human factors involve more than just human errors and personal limitations, including organizational and cultural elements. Technical skills are crucial, but non-technical skills like decision-making and communication are equally important for safety. Misconceptions include thinking human factors only address human errors and that focusing on technical skills alone is sufficient for safety. Understanding human factors […]
February 14, 2024 by HAL
The text discusses the fine line between complacency and efficiency in diving practices. Over time, divers tend to skip certain safety procedures assuming familiarity with their buddy or environment, which can lead to dangerous situations. While efficiency is desired, it’s crucial to maintain a balance and not overlook important safety protocols to avoid incidents. Read […]
February 11, 2024 by HAL
Change in the diving industry should be driven from within by individuals involved in diving, rather than by top-down directives. Changes should start from those who are most affected, such as the working professionals in the industry, to improve quality, safety, and overall culture. The focus is on empowering mid-level individuals to lead changes that […]
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