Applying bowtie analysis for safety risk management

Using bowtie analysis to visualise risks and strengthen preventive and mitigative safety barriers.

Sector
Area of expertise
Timeframe
Rail
Change type
Organisational Change

The Challenge

Organisations face numerous risks, particularly in safety-critical environments where accidents can have severe consequences. The challenge lies in systematically identifying these risks and implementing effective control measures to ensure the safety of personnel, assets, and the environment.

The Outcome

The bowtie analysis provided a clear overview of key risks and the barriers in place to control them. This helped stakeholders develop a shared understanding of the risk structure and identify opportunities to strengthen existing safety measures.

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If your organisation is dealing with organisational change that affects safety, continuity, or accountability, we can explore how to shape that change so it works in practice.