Human Factors Integration in Security Environment

Understanding the significance and effect of the human factor within a security process allows the effectiveness of systems and technologies to be maximised.

Security processes often have to be delivered in situations that challenge the human operator, from repetitive monitoring tasks to working in hostile environments.

Our human factor security experts include ergonomic specialists, assessment, selection and training experts, and behavioural specialists, who work in multi-disciplinary teams with statisticians and operational analysts.

This unique combination of skills can help extend the potential of technology to detect threats and to provide effective security. Our research has led to the implementation of innovative new security techniques, including new methods to monitor the performance and vigilance of security personnel.

We work closely with UK Government departments through established contracting arrangements to assist in raising security standards.

The benefits of our approach include

• Improved performance of security officers
• Reduced cost of technology through process improvements
• Minimises risk through integration of man and machine