Posted By Son of SkyWalker Does anyone know of a good book on the Psychology of Health and Safety? Or Does anyone know of a good course on the Psychology of Health and Safety. Thanks Son of Skywalker

Posted By TonyB Hi 'SoS' Try looking under either Human Factors or Behaviour Safety. Both of these are based on psychological principles. Tony

Posted By John Caboche I can recommend undertaking both the AS and A level Psychology courses. I've undertaken the AS and am now studying the A level in evening classes. I found almost all of the AS useful and relevent as a safety practicioner, and pretty much all of the A level too so far. I did both of these courses in the local college for a fairly small amount of money compared to some commercially available courses out there, and would say that even the AS as a standalone wil give you valuble insights in basic psychological theories and applications. How you tie them into safety is up to you but you will certainly end up with a good store of knowledge to draw upon.

Posted By David Gault I agree with some of the responses above, the HSE's information is good. If you are interested in stress try "The Stress Myth" by Serge Doublet. It isn't the best written book in the world but it does give some valid arguments against calling all forms of anxiety stress. As for what you have asked for, I you may find some of the free articles on www.psychscience.co.uk worthwhile. A blatant plug for the site... When I am back from my current trip I will check my references and send you a list of some useful books. As I always say when I post on this site - I am a psychologist based in the Midlands and by virtue of that I obviously have services to sell; but the info mentioned above is free and, in the case of the web site, is added to frequently.

Posted By Son of SkyWalker Thanks to all who responded. You have given me some good leads.

Posted By Paul M69 I can recommend The Psychology of Safety Handbook by E. Scott Geller

Posted By Safe System SOS - Maybe off topic slightly, but interesting none the less... Great article in Feb edition of HSW... entitled "how to win friends" - it focused on simple influencing techniques to ensure people listen to your message... it pointed towards reading the following: - Yes! 50 Secrets from the science of persuasion - NJ Goldstein, SJ Martin, RB Cialdini, profile books. - Affective Safety Management, Tim Marsh - Drop the pink Elephant, B McFarlan, Capstone