Aviation Human Factors Quiz

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What perpetuates Murphy's law mainly, according to CAP 715 Ch.1 Para.3.1?

violations
poor aircraft design
complacency (correct)
lack of maintenance

According to CAP 715 Ch.1 Para.2.5 and CAP 716 App.G pg.2 Para 1.3.1, accidents and engineering faults are?

significant and increasing (correct)
insignificant and decreasing
insignificant and increasing
significant and stable

How can Murphy's law be regarded, as per CAP 715 Ch.1 Para.3.1?

Everything will always go right
If something can go wrong it will (correct)
If something goes wrong I am certain to get the blame
It can never happen to me

According to CAP 715 Ch.2 Para.2.1, where should a company's safety policy be defined?

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Which of the following is least associated with the study of human factors, as per CAP 715 Ch.9 (1st Para.)?

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Complacency and Safety

A state of self-satisfaction that can lead to negligence and increase the risk of accidents.

Murphy's Law

Murphy's Law suggests that if something can go wrong, it likely will. This principle highlights the importance of anticipating potential problems and taking preventive measures.

Accidents and Engineering Faults

Accidents and engineering faults are increasing in frequency and severity. This trend emphasizes the need for robust safety systems and continuous improvement in aviation.

Safety Policy Location

The Maintenance Organization Exposition is the document that outlines a company's safety policy. It establishes the framework for all safety-related procedures and practices.

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Focus of Human Factors

Human factors focuses on understanding how people interact with systems, including their cognitive abilities, limitations, and behaviors. While health and safety is important, it's not the primary focus of human factors study.

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Study Notes

Factors Contributing to Murphy's Law

Human factors, design errors, and component failures perpetuate Murphy's law mainly.

Accidents and Engineering Faults

Accidents and engineering faults are due to human error, design deficiencies, and component failures.

Context of Murphy's Law

Murphy's law can be regarded as a reminder of the importance of considering the possibility of human error and the consequences of failure.

Company Safety Policy

A company's safety policy should be defined at the top level of management.

Human Factors Study

Physiology is least associated with the study of human factors, which focuses on human performance, behavior, and interaction with systems.

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Test your knowledge of DGCA & EASA Module 9 Human Factors with this quiz. Answer questions about accidents, engineering faults, and other relevant topics to enhance your understanding of aviation human factors.