What are the blind spots where risks could actually penetrate the lines of defence? I find that quite an interesting area, to think about what are the things that people could easily miss
Peter Hansford
Tech Talk podcast: How to apply the Swiss cheese model
Civil engineers and the challenge of understanding risk
In this Tech Talk, ICE director of engineering knowledge Mark Hansford hosts a discussion with former ICE President Peter Hansford and BP's Martin Johnson on the Swiss Cheese model and how it can help engineers to understand and prevent risks at all levels of a project.
Learning outcomes
After listening to this podcast, you will:
- Understand the types of risks inherent in construction projects
- Understand how individual risks can add up to catastrophic failures
- Have an idea of the lines of defence against risks
- Know how the Swiss Cheese model can help to mitigate risks and inform members' projects
UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Linking our work back to the UN SDGs is a core part of the ICE’s plan and mission. This content ties in with the following SDGs:
- SDG 8: Decent work and economic growth
- SDG 9: Industry, innovation and infrastructure
