Exploring the Underlying Causes of Chinese Eastern Star, Korean Sewol, and Thai Phoenix Ferry Accidents by Employing the HFACS-MA

Wang, Xiaolong; Zhang, Boling; Zhao, Xu; Wang, Lulu; Tong, Ruipeng

doi:10.3390/ijerph17114114

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“…Further research on the subject has shown that uncorrected issues, cognitive errors, and lack of situational awareness can lead to poor mental states (Yıldırım et al, 2019). Wang et al (2020), using the HFACS‐MA model, investigated the accidents of the Eastern Star in China, the Sewol in South Korea, and the Phoenix Ferry in Thailand. They found that organizational process deficiencies were critical contributing factors in these three accidents.…”

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“…found that inadequate operating procedures led train drivers to believe that they were being supervised and controlled by station operators responsible for the dispatching of track sections, resulting in unsafe train control. Further research on the subject has shown that uncorrected issues, cognitive errors, and lack of situational awareness can lead to poor mental states(Yıldırım et al, 2019) Wang et al (2020),. using the HFACS-MA model, investigated the accidents of the Eastern Star in China, the Sewol in South Korea, and the Phoenix Ferry in Thailand.…”

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Human factors analysis of coal mine gas accidents based on improved HFACS model

Zhang,

Li,

Xia

et al. 2024

Hum Ftrs & Erg Mfg Svc

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Gas accidents represent a crucial domain of coal mine safety research, as they result in substantial property damage, environmental pollution, and even loss of life compared to other types of accidents. Particularly, human factors play a significant role in the majority of mining accidents. The objective of this paper is to enhance the quality of coal mine safety management, minimize the occurrence of adverse human factors in gas accidents, and analyze the factors influencing coal mine gas accidents using the Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS). To commence, this paper has devised a human factor influence index system based on the enhanced HFACS for coal mine gas accidents. Subsequently, the Decision‐making Trial and Evaluation Laboratory (DEMATEL) method has been employed to quantitatively delineate the causal relationships among these factors. Lastly, this paper utilized the Technique for Order Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS) comprehensive evaluation method to evaluate the importance of factors influencing coal mine gas accidents. The research findings indicate that through the utilization of the DEMATEL methodology for centrality and causal relationship calculations, the centrality and causality values associated with poor organizational management emerge as the foremost among all factors. This underscores the pivotal role that poor organizational management plays in the human factors influencing coal mine gas accidents. Furthermore, a meticulous examination using TOPSIS identified the top five indicators of influence capability: cognitive errors > habitual violations > operational management > management process > resource management. The analysis of human factors in coal mine gas accidents can provide enhanced theoretical support for the management of production safety in coal mines, as well as the prevention of gas accidents.

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Human factors analysis of coal mine gas accidents based on improved HFACS model

Zhang,

Li,

Xia

et al. 2024

Hum Ftrs & Erg Mfg Svc

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“…In China between 2008 and 2019, there was an increase in ship cargo and passenger capacity but a decrease in the number of transportation ships, indicating that the size of the ships increased in China. According to the regulations of the CMSRC and International Maritime Organization, ships >25 m in length must be equipped with an automatic identification system, vessel traffic services (VTS), and modern navigational devices to provide related information and real-time data (20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25). VTS and other navigation services, as well as better ship design, can improve the safety and efficiency of ship traffic through monitoring of the ship's position, course, speed, and identity for better navigation in the appropriate watercourse and therefore reduce the risk of ship collisions (24,26,27).…”

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Water search and rescue (SAR) for ship accidents in China: analysis of 12 years’ data

Huang¹,

Han²,

Jiang³

et al. 2022

Ann Transl Med

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Background: Maritime search and rescue (SAR) remains a great global challenge because of the long distances, harsh environment and complicated trauma. A systematic investigation and analysis of China Maritime Search and Rescue Center (CMSRC) data has been lacking. This study aimed to provide more insightful information for future development of a better maritime and aquatic SAR system in China. Methods: This retrospective study retrieved and analyzed data on the water traffic volume from The Ministry of Transportation, People's Republic of China website and SAR data on ship accidents between January 1, 2008 and December 31, 2019. Spearman's correlation test was performed to analyze the data for the number of ship accidents, number of persons in distress, number of rescued persons, SAR success rate, and SAR forces. The χ 2 test was used to assess significant changes in the proportion of ship accident locations, categories, dispatched SAR forces, and location of deaths annually. The Cox Stuart test was applied to determine the trends in the data from 2008 to 2019.Results: Between 2008 and 2019, a total of 24,013 ship accidents were reported and recorded by the CMSRC surveillance system; 209,948 persons in distress because of ship accidents were reported; 8,051 individual deaths from ship accidents. Water traffic volume and ship carrying capacity increased while the annual number of persons in distress, ship collisions, and ship collision-related deaths decreased. The SAR success rate (96.17%±0.92%) did not improve despite an increase in the number of rescue ships dispatched during this period. Helicopters (92.40±20.58 min) arrived faster than rescue ships (283.75±40.96 min) but the dispatched number of helicopters did not increase during this period. The average arrival time of nearby passing ships (41.90±7.98 min) was the shortest.Conclusions: CMSRC efforts mitigated the growth of ship accidents despite increasing traffic volume.More dispatched rescue ships did not improve the SAR success rate without saving arrival time. Future SAR protocols may need to increase and strengthen the role of helicopters and nearby passing ships to improve the SAR success rate.

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“…The Sewol disaster serves as a poignant example, alongside the Le Joola ferry § § tragedy in Senegal, where over 1,800 passengers perished, making it the second-worst maritime disaster of the modern era and the highest death toll of any African maritime sinking (Rothe et al, 2006). Despite passing safety inspections before these accidents, both incidents revealed critical governance shortcomings (Wang et al, 2020). This necessitates essentially strengthening governance structures and practices to enhance safety in the DF sector.…”

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Enhancing maritime safety: A comprehensive review of challenges and opportunities in the domestic ferry sector

Baig,

Lagdami,

Mejia Jr.

2024

Marit. Technol. Res.

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The domestic ferry sector is uniquely distinctive owing to its challenging navigation conditions and vulnerable accident records that have evoked endless calls for improving maritime safety. The recent adoption of IMO model safety regulations offers viable options for the Member States to standardize incorporation into national law. The operations of domestic ferries range from very large vessels with freight to small craft, which are often the only transport means for a large population of commuters in the developing world. The flexibility of domestic ferries is appealing; on the other hand, their operations are a challenge to handle, raising the need to identify those challenges that are incompatible with smooth operations and business opportunities. The maritime industry, specifically regarding domestic ferry operations, confronts multilayered challenges with direct implications on accident prevention and operational safety that necessitate a thorough analysis for a comprehensive understanding. This study explores five categories, namely, operations, technology and innovations, the human element, policy and regulation, and economics, recognized as pivotal to improving maritime safety. Our content analysis identifies the comprehensive taxonomies, that explain the current challenges and practical opportunities faced by the sector and which are notably lacking, urging efficient tenacity to ensure sustainable domestic ferry operations. The primary objective was to enhance safety standards, promoting sustainable shipping for all stakeholders involved. This study has identified 28 challenges and 90 opportunities, providing a significant pathway for sustainable decision-making that also adds value to the safety of the stakeholders. This study is expected to explore novel and fertile future research areas to promote scholarly discussion in the domestic ferry sector. Highlights Policy deficiency - Recognition of inadequate policy frameworks for domestic ferry operations in developing nations, necessitating immediate alignment with international safety standards Governance strengthening - There is an swift need for strong governance structures to address deficiencies in policy formulation, regulatory enforcement, and operational practices, ensuring effective safety oversight Standardization challenges - The absence of standardized definitions and categorizations hampers the development of uniform safety regulations within the domestic ferry sector Capacity building - Continuous training programs are necessary to foster a safety-conscious culture among the domestic ferry workforce Policy adaptation - Policies must adapt to technological advancements, and collaboration with international bodies is vital for enhancing safety standards within the domestic ferry sector

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Exploring the Underlying Causes of Chinese Eastern Star, Korean Sewol, and Thai Phoenix Ferry Accidents by Employing the HFACS-MA

Cited by 14 publications

References 48 publications

Human factors analysis of coal mine gas accidents based on improved HFACS model

Human factors analysis of coal mine gas accidents based on improved HFACS model

Water search and rescue (SAR) for ship accidents in China: analysis of 12 years’ data

Enhancing maritime safety: A comprehensive review of challenges and opportunities in the domestic ferry sector

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