AHFE Open AccessAn explorative study of nuclear operators' perception of groupthink
Abstract
Operators in nuclear power plant (NPP) control rooms work together as a team where each team member has specific roles and areas of responsibility. In some situations, the crew dynamics are poor, and the group's effectiveness will be reduced. A phenomenon that often has been linked to poor crew dynamics is called groupthink. Due to potential negative outcomes of groupthink, it is important to gain more knowledge about the concept. In this paper we ask: How do NPP operators perceive causes, symptoms and consequences of groupthink and possible ways to avoid it? To explore this question, we conducted a study with NPP operators. Findings from the explorative study, as well as recommendations for further work, are presented in this paper.
Keywords: Explorative study, groupthink, nuclear control room teams
DOI: 10.54941/ahfe1004748
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