On 14 and 15 October 2025, the UIC Rail Academy successfully conducted two Human and Organisational Factors (HOF) training sessions tailored for the Africa Region. This newly launched module is designed for railway professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of human and organisational factors.
Delivered in both English and French, the training brought together participants from 11 UIC Africa member countries. It was held as part of the Africa Safety Task Force’s ongoing initiatives and represents one of the four strategic pillars of its 2024-2025 programme.
Human and organisational factors: a strong safety pillar
This module equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to integrate human and organisational factors (HOF) into safety management systems. It combines interactive presentations, case studies, group exercises and debates to highlight the role that individuals, teams and organisations play in building robust safety practices.
Key takeaways for participants:
- Enhanced understanding of how to manage human and organisational factors effectively
- Ability to apply HOF principles to improve operational safety
- Insight into the mechanisms behind safety events – both positive and negative
- Strategies to adapt and evolve safety practices within their organisations
To learn more about the modules, please visit https://uic.org/expertise-development-training/uic-rail-academy/uic-rail-academy-human-and-organisational-factors-hof-section.
