Cognitive biases are not necessarily caused by negative intentions — they occur based on a medical professional's experience and observations. Even so, they can lead to issues in diagnosis and ...

By Ashleigh Hourigan Sep 12, 2023 Cognitive bias, specifically confirmation bias, can severely impact workplace safety by leading organizations to focus on the wrong areas of risk.

Cognitive Bias in OHS Investigation: The Biasing Power of Source Identity The influence of an information source's identity can significantly bias occupational health and safety investigators ...