Critical Thinking

Introduction

Background

Human errors exist because to err is human. Some are costly and some inconsequential. The definition of human error varies somewhat depending on the source, but all contain the statement that an error was committed involving a human who failed to achieve a desired outcome. The error may occur in either the execution or the planning stages. Plans can be improperly made but implemented correctly; it could be properly made but poorly implemented; and in the worst case, it could be both poorly made and poorly implemented [9]. Although the prevention of human error has been the subject of numerous articles and books, it persists today and the rate of commission is even increasing. In fact, one study suggests that the contribution ...