INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE AND EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH

Abstract

This paper explores the intricate relationship between human factors and organizational risk exposure, with a specific focus on the impact of employee behavior. It identifies key factors such as cognitive biases, communication breakdowns, and compliance issues, emphasizing their significant influence on organizational risk levels. The study categorizes human factors into cognitive, communication, team, training, workload and stress, organizational culture, humantechnology interaction, and individual factors. It recognizes the importance of positive employee behavior in reducing risk exposure, particularly in financial, operational, strategic, and compliance domains. The Human Factors Analysis and Classification System (HFACS) model is introduced to categorize human failures, enabling targeted interventions for organizational safety. The Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) is proposed as a predictive model for shaping employee behavior in risk management. The paper concludes by underscoring the pivotal role of organizational culture, leadership, and employee engagement in mitigating risks and fostering long-term success.