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

• Employees, supervisors and managers with airport security responsibilities
• Members of the Airport Security Committee
• Airport stakeholder and service provider personnel with security responsibilities
• Airport personnel seeking to deepen their knowledge of aviation security
• Professionals interested in a career in airport security

Objectives

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

• Explain the principles of Human Factors in aviation security
• Recognise how Human Factors can contribute to security incidents
• Identify Human Factors that influence airport security systems
• Understand Human Factors considerations when introducing new technologies and processes
• Explain the role of Human Factors in effective aviation 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.