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A checklist supports memory
A checklist helps verify important actions in a repeatable way.
The idea
Its usefulness depends on design, timing and disciplined use. It supports understanding rather than replacing it.
An example
A cross-check can catch an omitted step that felt familiar enough to remember.
Put it into practice
Treat verification as an action, not a ritual of reading words.
Further reading: FAA · Human Factors Research ↗
Test yourself: What is a sensible role for a checklist?
Support reliable verification of important actions
Checklists reduce reliance on memory but still require appropriate use.
Explanation and illustrative examples by One Card Wiser. Source linked for further reading.
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