MAP-01-011 HFI Technical Guide - Human Factors Integration ...

Chapter 8 – General ArrangementThe process of addressing HFI issues for the General Arrangement of theplatform is summarised in Figure 8-2. Deck height criteria may be set at an earlystage to take account of anthropometric data. The HFI Policy, specifications andassessments for General Arrangement define a co-ordinated approach toresolving trade-offs between compartment position, equipment fit, personnelroutes and environment to optimise crew tasks across the range of operationalscenarios.The process of identifying and resolving Human Factors Integration (HFI) issuesaffecting the General Arrangement involves liaison between the HFI Focus andvarious stakeholders in conducting the HFI activities. The HFI activities arepresented in Table 8-1. The ticks represent the procurement Phases at whichthe activities are likely to be conducted. These activities also apply in service.C A D M I D HFI Activity Develop General Arrangement options Determine criteria for deck height Develop HFI policy for General ArrangementHFI Process Identify HF requirements for systems routing Develop HFI design rules for General Arrangement Develop HFI prototyping and demonstrationrequirements Develop design rules for internal communications Evaluate free deck height, doors and hatchways Assess ship systems Assess internal communicationsInput into HFI auditTable 8-1: HFI Activities for General Arrangement HFI8.2.1 HFI Focus ResponsibilitiesThe HFI Focus is responsible for the following:• Liaison with DEC and SSG-Ship / SSG-SM about the overall GeneralArrangement.• The co-ordination of HFI issues affecting the General Arrangement throughan appropriate management or steering group.Nov 2006 Page 8-7 Issue 4