Human Error Classification Systems - 2

Human Error Classification Systems - 2

• Swain and Guttman’s (1980) Human Error Categories.
  • Error of Omission
    • tpographicl errrs
  • Error of Commission
    • Hitting thumb with the hammer
  • Extraneous Act
    • reading a different class's assignment in class
  • Sequential Error
    • My usual: light the fire before opening the damper
  • Time Error
    • running a red light

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