Mike Harnett is a specialist in optimizing worker health, safety and performance utilizing a systems approach.  With over 30 years’ experience, she is regarded as a subject matter expert on the science of fatigue and risk management principles.

With a background in human factors and sleep neurobiology, Mike is recognized for her ability to integrate complex research into the specific operational context of an organization or industry sector.  She has been a consultant to various government agencies including the Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group), US Federal Rail Association (FRA), and NASA.

Mike continues to be an active participant on several CSA technical committees for the development of national standards, including

• CSA Z1516: Fatigue Risk Management for First Responders (currently under development)
• CSA Z1002: Hazard Identification and Elimination; Risk Assessment and Control
• CSA Z1003: Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace

In 2019, she was co-author of Workplace Fatigue: Current Landscape and Future Considerations for the Canadian Standards Association.

In 2017, Mike was invited to participate as a subject matter expert for the National Safety Council Blue Ribbon Panel addressing fatigue in the United States.

In the private sector, Mike has guided airport authorities, airlines, municipalities, trucking, mining, manufacturing, utilities, oil& gas, construction, maritime, healthcare, arts & entertainment, and first responder sectors.

An award-winning speaker, she is an internationally sought-after presenter and educator.