Crew Resource Management Skills Name Institutional Affiliation Crew Resource Management Skills Crew Resource Management (CRM) originated in the aviation industry in the year 1979. The purpose of its creation was to increase the safety of individuals on board an aircraft. Subsequently, CRM refers to the combination of all techniques and knowledge aimed at mitigating human error, which is the leading cause of accidents and mishaps (F.Malec, et al., 2007). It also involves the formation of teams and their training as well as the development of leadership within the aviation industry. It also includes the employment of safety tools and appropriate measurements or approaches, which all work together to stimulate communication among individuals. CRM also stimulates progression in teamwork, effective decision-making, and encouragement of feedback to stimulate improvement. Other imperative activities include cross-checking tools to prevent possible mishaps and management of fatigue. The healthcare industry today has begun to incorporate the CRM concepts to progress and advance patient safety in the hospitals, and it has been a success for many years. It has inspired health care leadership, teamwork performance, and increased passion for great care. The paper focuses on the eight primary CRM skills that are at the forefront in boosting the performance of the healthcare industry. Standardized Communication The prevention of human error within the healthcare facilitie...