Human Factors & Ergonomics Society of Australia (HFESA)

Human Factors and Ergonomics (HFE) is the scientific discipline concerned with the understanding of interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theory, principles, data and methods to design in order to optimise human wellbeing and overall system performance. HFE helps to harmonise things that interact with people in terms of people’s needs, abilities and limitations.

Vision and Values:
People-centered environments, products and systems for all.

Mission:
The HFESA vision will be achieved by:
• Delivering quality and accessible professional development and networking programmes
• Continually improving professional standards
• Representing and lobbying government and industry on issues relevant to ergonomics and human factors in Australia
• Promoting the value of professional ergonomics and human factors to industry, business, government, and the community, and
• Partnering with relevant key professional bodies, educational facilities and industry to promote both research and the quality of application of ergonomics and human factors in Australia.