It Was There All Along! Combating Habituation and the Failure to See Hazards

Even experienced workers can overlook hazards – not from lack of care, but because of gaps in technical knowledge, unclear hazard identification processes and habituation (when familiar risks fade from view). In this session, we’ll discuss why hazards are missed – and the practical skills that can break these patterns. You’ll learn how habituation affects perception and situational awareness, gain strategies to improve what they see and how they interpret it, and apply a proven five-step process for effective hazard identification. You’ll leave better equipped to spot overlooked hazards, reduce risk and prevent recurring incidents across your organization.