Human error is implicated in most,if not all,accidents and near misses. Worldwide industries which require high reliability are taking a Human Factors approach to improve safety within their workplaces.This intensive 3-day seminar provides training in the application of innovative methods for managing human error that are scientifically derived, empirically tested, and proven in the field. Participants will learn how to turn errors into information, information into knowledge, and knowledge into effective error management solutions.The course firstly introduces you to human factors theories and concepts followed by the taxonomy for categorising different types of errors which is very useful to establishing a useful database for analysis. Human Factors Analysis and Classification Systems (HFACS), an established method for identifying causes of errors, will be introduced. HFACS is a proven tool for identifying and analysing human error in complex, high-risk systems, and provides a clear understanding of the reasons errors occur so that effective intervention programs can developed. The Human Factors Intervention matriX (HFIX) is an innovative tool for mapping intervention strategies onto the specific forms of human error identified in the HFACS model. HFIX allows users to systematically generate comprehensive intervention strategies that directly target the underlying systemic causes of errors. Together, HFACS and HFIX provide a firm foundation upon which to build an effective error management program.You will be guided throughout the course in how to apply the knowledge, skills and methods covered in your specific industry, whether it is manufacturing, construction, marine and offshore or hospitality, through discussions, exercises and case studies.

Course SynopsisThe Building and Construction Authority has introduced the Euro codes as Singapores building code on 1 April 2015. With our origin and extensive network in Europe, VSL would like to share with our valued industry partners our work experience designing to the Euro codes. Post-tensioned concrete design in building works will be discussed and worked examples illustrated, where appropriate. ObjectivesDesign specifics, detailing of post-tensioning works and relevant hard wares to comply with Euro codes will be high-lighted. An example of a warehouse floor design comparing BS 8110 & EC2 will be briefly discussed.The SpeakersEr. Max Meyer, Group Technical Officer VSL InternationalCPD: 3 PDUs qualified by PE Board

The Construction Productivity Gallery is an interactive showcase of the Building and Construction Authoritys transformative vision for Singapores construction industry. With the launch of the 2nd Construction Productivity Roadmap in 2015, BCA will be actively steering the industry towards a greater adoption of the Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) concept to achieve greater manpower savings while raising the quality of finished projects. At the Construction Productivity Gallery, game-changing technologies and equipment, training programmes as well as planning, design and construction methodologies are brought to life through interactive displays and engaging exhibits. Visitors will be able to observe life-sized exhibits of Prefabricated Pre-finished Volumetric Construction (PPVC), Prefabricated Bathroom Unit (PBU) and Cross Laminated Timber (CLT). Industry practitioners and stakeholders are welcome to visit the Gallery by registering for a guided tour at https://www.bca.gov.sg/constructionproductivitygallery/registration/visitus.

Singapore is hosting our 7th Singapore Green Building Week (SGBW) this year from 31 Aug to 6 Sep 2015. There are a total of 24 events, with the International Green Building Conference 2015 (IGBC 2015) as the anchor. Themed BUILD GREEN, LIVE SMART, IGBC 2015 expects a congregation of ideas, collaboration and learning among global and regional stakeholders to achieve a shared vision of a greener planet through the green building movement. This year, IGBC 2015 focuses on the call for greener infrastructure and on the need for end users to act more responsibly and live sustainably. Key features include the synergy between Singapores 3rd Green Building Masterplan and the Smart Nation Programme; Green Mark 10th Anniversary and Asias first-of-its-kind rotable laboratory. To register, please go to https://www.gevme.com/international-green-building-conference-igbc-2015. Applicants registering before 27 July 2015 will get to enjoy Early Bird rates! The Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points applicable are: BOA-SIA: 6 CPD Points, PEB: 20 PDUs, IES: 22 SCEM-PDUs, BCA: 20 CPD Points (for BCA-Registered Energy Auditors), BCA: 30 CET Hours (for BCA-Registered Contractors).

The quest for knowledge to meet the challenges faced by the growing Asian tunnelling and underground construction industry has led the Tunnelling and Underground Construction Society (Singapore), TUCSS, to organise this Symposium. It aims to share the valuable experiences gained from the recent underground infrastructural projects in Singapore and other Asian countries such as Malaysia, Thailand, Korea & China.To overcome the challenges faced by the industry, we require creative and innovative solutions. The symposium seeks to bring together prominent experts and specialists to share their visions and experiences on a variety of relevant topics through keynote addresses and talks. This will be relevant for all Clients, Professionals, Project Managers and Engineers who are involved in the tunnelling and underground construction industry, including Government Agencies, Consultants, Specialist Suppliers and Contractors.The two-days symposium will have eight excellent keynote lectures delivered by well-regarded experts from all over Asia in their respective fields. It will also include twelve excellent presentations by Specialist Suppliers and Manufacturers who will be showcasing their latest technologies at their exhibition booths during the symposium.

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This Symposium aims to encourage the adoption of Collaborative BIM to make the quantum leap. Invited speakers with actual experience in implementing Collaborative BIM methodology will share their success factors reaped, challenges and pitfalls that they encountered. It is a full-day conference with exhibition where BIM vendors and solution providers will demonstrate their latest capabilities on how to leverage BIM to realize our built environment more appropriately and efficiently, improving construction quality and efficiencies. Therefore, no generic talk about how good BIM is but focus on real benefits that can be realized so that the audience can learn and gain it immediately.

The Civil Defence (CD) Shelter Programme is part of the governments plan to build up our CD preparedness. The Building and Construction Authority (BCA) and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) have been working closely together to continuously review the technical requirements of the CD shelters. This half-day seminar will provide the industry with the latest update on such requirements and to share knowledge on the design, construction and commissioning of Household Shelters (HS) and Storey Shelters (SS).

In the coming segment of the SPM-UniSIM Professional Talk Series Design for Safety Implications for the Construction Industry, we bring our focus to the recently gazetted Design-for-Safety regulations that now place duties on developers and designers to identify and address foreseeable risks throughout the lifecycle of a construction project. We are privileged to have two workplace safety and health experts, Ms Charlene Liew, Senior Manager (Legislations) of the Ministry of Manpower Singapore, and Er Ng Lee Chian, PE (Civil) and a practicing DfS Professional, to give colleagues an insight on this new regulation, its impact on the construction industry and the challenges of putting this initiative into practice.

This seminar aims to raise the safety standards of the industry so as to shape a safe built environment for Singapore. Experienced speakers from regulatory agencies including BCA, MOM and NEA will share on the new and upcoming changes to the regulations. To ease the adoption of the Eurocodes among Qualified Persons, tips on designing to the Eurocodes will be shared.Speakers will also cover the special precautions to be taken for projects located in densely built up areas in Singapore and the proper construction works to be carried out to eliminate any potential danger and damage. Sharing on the statutory requirements of the proposed regulations on Design for Safety (DfS) will be included in this seminar.