Get Dirty with ARSA's Human Factors Training

Each 60-minute course will walk through a key factor contributing to human error in aviation as participants explore "the Dirty Dozen in Depth."
Aug. 1, 2019
4 min read

ARSA is growing its library of human factors-related training sessions. In addition to the three already available on demand, the association just opened 11 new sessions for registration: Each 60-minute course will walk through a key factor contributing to human error in aviation as participants explore "the Dirty Dozen in Depth." 

The series is presented by ARSA Executive Director Sarah MacLeod, Executive Vice President Christian A. Klein and Vice President of Operations Brett Levanto and will run from Aug. 27 to Oct. 29. After each live session is complete, a recorded version will be available for on-demand viewing. For more information about ARSA's online training program, click here

For each element of "the Dirty Dozen," the series provides:

(1) Basic definitions and context.

(2) Aviation safety regulatory references.

(3) Examples.

(4) Mitigations.

(5) Exercises.

To learn more or register for a session, review the schedule below and click the appropriate link(s) or click here to register for all 11 sessions and receive a discounted rate for your bundled purchase. 

If you have questions regarding this series or any of ARSA's training resources, contact Brett Levanto

Human Factors in Context

IA Course Acceptance: C-IND-IM-190130-K-012-003

Instructors: Sarah MacLeod, Christian A. Klein & Brett Levanto

Description: This session provides a general introduction to "human factors" and puts their consideration into an aviation context. It reviews the general definitions and key components of human factors understanding and reviews the rules and guidance on the subject from various aviation regulatory and oversight organizations.

Click here to register and get access for 90 days.

The Dirty Dozen - Human Factors Overview

IA Course Acceptance: C-IND-IM-190130-K-012-004 

Instructors: Sarah MacLeod, Christian A. Klein & Brett Levanto

Description: This session introduces the "Dirty Dozen," 12 common factors that impact human performance. It discusses these in the context of the aviation maintenance industry, describes how they lead to problems, suggests ways to mitigate consequences and explains how all 12 are interconnected.

Click here to register and get access for 90 days.

The Dirty Dozen In Depth - Communication

IA Course Acceptance: C-IND-IM-190130-K-012-005 

Instructors: Sarah MacLeod, Christian A. Klein & Brett Levanto 

Description: This course discusses communication in the aviation maintenance environment, factors that can interfere with communication and ways to mitigate those factors.

Click here to register and get access for 90 days. 

Registration for an ARSA-provided training session includes:

  • Unlimited access for 90 days to the recording made available after the live session is complete.
  • A copy of the presentation and all reference material with links to relevant resources and citations.
  • A certificate upon completion of the class as well as any test material.

The association's training program is provided through Obadal, Filler, MacLeod & Klein, P.L.C., the firm that manages ARSA. To go directly to OFM&K's online training portal, visit PotomacLaw.inreachce.com. To learn more about the association's training program and see course availability, visit arsa.org/training.

National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
nbaa_logo
CAM is a comprehensive training program that identifies and certifies professionals in five subject areas: leadership, human resources, operations, aircraft maintenance and business...
May 20, 2025
CAE
screenshot_1352025_84352_outlook
The interactive demonstration puts users in a realistic, real-time operational environment where eye tracking analytics can assess trainee focus, scanning behavior and response...
May 13, 2025
National Business Aviation Association (NBAA)
nbaa_logo
These award recipients will be able to attend model-specific courses at training centers offering aircraft, engine and avionics instruction.
May 1, 2025
Embry-Riddle/Bill Fredette-Huffman
tower_lab_enhanced_atcti
This was made possible after Embry-Riddle signed an agreement with FAA to allow the hiring of air traffic controllers from approved university programs.
April 24, 2025
CPaT Global
erj145__3d_cockpit_01
CPaT will be providing LIAT (2020) LTD with their Aircraft System courses and general subject library for both the ATR42-600 and ERJ 145.
April 18, 2025
Sign up for Aviation Pros Newsletters
Get the latest news and updates.