Yanik Sterchi

Yanik Sterchi is a professor at the Institute of Humans in Complex Systems at the School of Applied Psychology, University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland. As a member of CASRA, he has been researching various aspects of human factors in airport security for over 10 years and is currently leading a research project focused on human-machine interaction between security officers and automated prohibited items detection systems (APIDS).

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Panel discussion: Human-factor principles in airport security

This panel will explore the vital role of human factors in aviation security. As security threats evolve, making sure that the aviation security workforce is supported by the organization, has a working environment that enables optimal performance, and that the technology systems are designed with user requirements in mind has never been more important. The panel will discuss the challenges and barriers to ensuring that the security workforce is recruited and selected for the diverse range of roles and responsibilities, trained to required competency standards and able to deliver effective and sustainable performance within an organization and culture that supports workforce professionalism.

The audience will learn:

• How human factors considerations can improve operational efficiency
• The benefits of a highly motivated workforce and the consequences of a poorly motivated workforce
• Best practices in creating a security culture that prioritizes workforce well-being and operational efficiency
• How human factors can support the deployment and use of technology systems
• Financial consequences of not applying human factors