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Human Factors Engineering (HFE) in Design & Operations

An Interactive 5-Day Training Course

Human Factors Engineering (HFE) in Design & Operations

Optimizing System Performance and Safety

NASBA
Classroom Schedule
Date Venue Fees
14 - 18 Dec 2026 London $ 5,950
13 - 17 Dec 2027 London $ 5,950
Online Schedule
Date Venue Fees
27 - 31 Jul 2026 Online $ 4,950
26 - 30 Jul 2027 Online $ 4,950

Course Summary

The Human Factors Engineering (HFE) in Design & Operations training course provides professionals with the knowledge and practical tools required to optimise human-system interaction, enhance operational reliability, and strengthen workplace safety across complex industrial environments. As organisations continue to operate increasingly sophisticated technical systems, integrating Human Factors Engineering into design, operations, and safety management has become essential for reducing human error, improving decision-making, and enhancing overall system performance.

This highly practical training course explores the application of ergonomics, cognitive psychology, and human performance principles within engineering and operational settings. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how human capabilities and limitations influence safety-critical activities, equipment usability, control room operations, and operational resilience. The programme also examines how poorly designed systems, interfaces, procedures, and environments can contribute to human error and operational incidents.

Participants will develop practical competencies in Human-Machine Interface (HMI) design, workspace ergonomics, task analysis, workload assessment, human reliability, and incident investigation techniques. Through case studies, workshops, and applied exercises, the training course bridges the gap between engineering design and human behaviour, enabling organisations to create safer, more efficient, and more resilient operational systems.

Skills & Competencies

Participants attending this training course will develop the following professional skills and competencies:

  • Human Factors Engineering principles and application
  • Human performance and error analysis
  • Industrial ergonomics and workspace optimisation
  • Human-Machine Interface (HMI) evaluation and design
  • Cognitive workload and situational awareness assessment
  • Human reliability and barrier management
  • Incident investigation and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
  • Task analysis and operational workflow evaluation
  • Fatigue and stress management strategies
  • Safety culture and Just Culture implementation
  • HFE integration within project lifecycle management
  • Risk reduction and operational resilience improvement

Key Learning Outcomes

By the end of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand core Human Factors Engineering concepts and methodologies
  • Analyse human performance limitations and operational error mechanisms
  • Apply ergonomics principles to industrial workplace and equipment design
  • Evaluate Human-Machine Interfaces and control systems effectively
  • Identify and mitigate human error risks within operational environments
  • Apply human reliability principles to safety-critical systems
  • Conduct task analysis and workload assessments
  • Integrate HFE principles into project and operational safety management
  • Improve operational resilience through human-centred design approaches
  • Support organisational compliance with international HFE standards and practices

How You Will Learn

This training course uses a highly interactive and application-focused learning methodology designed to strengthen both technical understanding and practical implementation capability. Participants will engage in technical presentations, engineering workshops, real-world case studies, group discussions, and hands-on design critique exercises.

The learning experience focuses heavily on practical application, enabling participants to evaluate operational scenarios, identify human performance challenges, and apply Human Factors Engineering techniques to improve system safety and reliability. Continuous facilitator feedback and collaborative exercises ensure that participants can transfer learning directly into workplace operations and engineering projects.

Who should Attend?

This training course is suitable for professionals involved in engineering design, operational safety, maintenance, process optimisation, and human-system integration across industrial sectors.

It will greatly benefit:

  • Design and Process Engineers
  • HSE and Safety Professionals
  • Project Managers and Technical Leads
  • Operations and Maintenance Supervisors
  • Control Room Operators and Technicians
  • Reliability and Asset Integrity Professionals
  • Human Factors and Ergonomics Specialists
  • Risk and Compliance Professionals
  • Production and Operations Personnel
  • Industrial Safety and Performance Improvement Teams
Course Outline
Day 1

Fundamentals of Human Factors Engineering

This day introduces the foundations of Human Factors Engineering, including system interaction models, design principles, and resilience concepts. Participants explore regulatory frameworks and the business value of HFE integration. The topics covered will include:

  • HFE definitions and historical evolution
  • The SHELL model of system interaction
  • Business case for HFE in industry
  • International standards and regulatory frameworks
  • Human-centric design principles and ethics
  • Core concepts of system resilience
Day 2

Physical Ergonomics and Human Performance

This day focuses on ergonomics, environmental stressors, cognitive psychology, and human performance factors affecting operational safety and effectiveness. Participants examine workload, fatigue, and decision-making influences. The topics covered will include:

  • Anthropometry and diverse workforce design
  • Manual handling and musculoskeletal risk
  • Environmental stressors: noise, light, heat
  • Cognitive psychology and information processing
  • Fatigue, stress, and workload management
  • Situational awareness and decision-making factors
Day 3

HFE in Design and Human-Machine Interface

This day examines Human-Machine Interface design principles and operational ergonomics in control environments. Participants explore usability, alarm management, and automation-related risks. The topics covered will include:

  • Principles of effective HMI design
  • Control room layout and console ergonomics
  • Alarm management and operator response
  • Visual displays and coding standardization
  • Usability testing and feedback loops
  • Automation and human-out-of-the-loop risks
Day 4

Human Error and Incident Investigation

This day addresses human error analysis, incident investigation methods, and strategies for developing error-resistant systems and procedures. Participants explore reliability and Just Culture concepts. The topics covered will include:

  • Taxonomy of human error types
  • Swiss Cheese Model and latent conditions
  • Root Cause Analysis for human factors
  • Designing error-resistant procedures and SOPs
  • Barrier management and human reliability
  • Cultivating a Just Culture environment
Day 5

Project Integration and HFE Management

This day focuses on integrating Human Factors Engineering activities into project lifecycles and operational management systems. Participants examine analysis, validation, and continuous improvement techniques. The topics covered will include:

  • HFE activities within the project lifecycle
  • Conducting HFE screening and analysis
  • Task analysis and workload assessment
  • Verification and validation walkthrough techniques
  • Continuous improvement in operational HFE
Certificates
  • Upon successful completion of the classroom-based training course, GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to the delegates. Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE): In accordance with the standards of the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, one CPE credit is granted per 50 minutes of attendance
  • Upon successful completion of the online training course, a GLOMACS Certificate will be awarded to all delegates. Guided Learning Hours – In accordance with ISO 9001:2015–certified quality management standards, one Guided Learning Hour is awarded for every 60 minutes of attendance.
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Customisation & In-House Delivery

This training course can be customised for in-house delivery to align with specific operational environments, engineering systems, safety-critical processes, and organisational risk management frameworks. Industry-specific case studies, operational scenarios, and HFE assessments can be incorporated to maximise practical relevance and organisational impact.

Why Choose Saudi GLOMACS?

Saudi GLOMACS is the official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS International (glomacs.com), delivering internationally recognised training courses both within Saudi Arabia and across international locations. Our training courses are aligned with the highest professional and institutional standards, supported by a strong understanding of the professional landscape in Saudi Arabia and access to global expertise.

Saudi GLOMACS enables professionals and organisations to strengthen leadership, capability, and long-term excellence through consistently high-quality learning experiences.

Official Saudi Presence

Official Saudi Arabian division of GLOMACS with established global credibility.

International Benchmarks

Internationally benchmarked training courses aligned with professional best practices.

Trusted Across Sectors

Trusted by professionals and institutions across public and private sectors.

Flexible Delivery

Training courses delivered within Saudi Arabia and across international locations.

Additional Benefits of this course for Organisations and Professionals in Saudi Arabia

Organisations & Professionals in KSA will have the following additional benefits from this Human Factors Engineering (HFE) in Design & Operations training course:

  • Improved operational safety performance across high-risk industries
  • Enhanced reliability of industrial systems and control room operations
  • Stronger alignment with international HSE and operational excellence standards
  • Reduced operational disruption caused by human-related incidents
  • Greater workforce effectiveness through human-centred system design
  • Enhanced support for Saudi Arabia’s industrial transformation and localisation initiatives
  • Improved safety culture and operational resilience within energy and infrastructure sectors
  • Increased capability to support complex engineering and mega-project environments
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