Human Factors in Airport Security – ACI online

Summary

The Human Factors in Airport Security course provides an in-depth understanding of the role human factors play in airport security. It explores how human performance, behaviour, communication, and decision-making influence the effectiveness and safety of security operations.

While the course primarily focuses on security officers and passenger screening operations, it also covers recruitment, training, and staff development, as well as the human factors associated with passengers and other airport personnel. You will gain practical insight into how human factors contribute to a safe, efficient, and high-quality security environment.

This course forms part of the Certificate in Airport Security and is ideal for professionals who want to expand their expertise in airport security. By the end of the course, you will have the knowledge and practical understanding needed to apply human factors principles and effectively address today's aviation security challenges.

Target Audience

• Airport security personnel, supervisors, and managers.
• Airport Security Committee members.
• Airport personnel interested in better understanding aviation security.
• Anyone interested in a career in airport security.
• Suppliers and service providers with security responsibilities at an airport (e.g. airport security providers, ground handlers, etc.).

Objectives

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

• Define the term human factors.
• Discuss how human factors have contributed to security incidents.
• Explain what should be considered when incorporating human factors into the airport security system.
• Describe how human factors influence airport security training.

Additional information

These training modules are delivered through the strengthened collaboration between AHLEX and OLC.aero, combining both organisations’ expertise to provide a high-quality e-learning experience.
The training is delivered in English.