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Stu Martin

Stu Martin is an accomplished aerospace safety engineer with over 25 years of experience in the aviation industry. Beginning his career on the ramp, Stu developed a hands-on understanding of aircraft operations, maintenance, and safety protocols. His journey from ground operations to engineering has equipped him with a unique perspective on aviation safety, blending practical expertise with technical rigor. Stu has contributed to numerous safety initiatives, including the development of risk assessment frameworks and incident investigation protocols, earning recognition for his commitment to enhancing operational safety. A respected voice in the field, he continues to advocate for robust safety cultures within aviation organizations worldwide.
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How to Assign Duties and Responsibilities in Aviation Safety Management

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 25, 2019 6:11:00 AM

Purpose of Duties and Responsibilities in Aviation SMS

Duties and responsibilities in aviation SMS outline what each role will be accountable for and its core tasks. Each role will have unique tasks and accountabilities. You assign duties and responsibilities to an employee by assigning him/her a role. Duties and responsibilities allow your organization to:

  • Manage company expectations of employees;
  • Ensure employees understand what is expected of them; and
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Topics: 1-Safety Policy

SMS Chart: Monitor Aviation SMS Safety Performance by Department

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 22, 2019 6:00:00 AM

Importance of SMS Performance Monitoring Dashboards

Aviation safety charts gather and present aviation safety management systems (SMS) information to stakeholders. Stakeholders can then use this information to make decisions and possibly change behaviors.

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Topics: Risk Management Software

How to Create SMS Org Chart in Aviation Safety Management

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 20, 2019 5:48:00 AM

What Is an SMS Org Chart in Aviation Safety Management

An SMS org chart in aviation safety management outlines the chain-of-command in your SMS. Safety org charts are a visual reference tool that outlines the structure of your SMS. SMS org charts are important because:

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Topics: 1-Safety Policy

How to Perform Incident Investigations to Prevent Recurrence in Aviation SMS

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 18, 2019 4:59:00 AM

How to Investigate Safety Issues

Aviation is one of the safest modes of transportation, thanks to rigorous safety protocols and continuous learning from incidents. For aviation safety managers, incident investigations are a cornerstone of maintaining and enhancing safety.

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Topics: 3-Safety Assurance, Quality-Safety Management

Best Aviation Safety Newsletter Strategies for Aviation SMS

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 17, 2019 6:00:00 AM

The Goal of Good Safety Newsletters

The first and foremost goal of an aviation safety newsletter is safety promotion for an organization's aviation safety management system (SMS). Which, put more simply, means creating an interest and awareness in anything safety.

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Topics: 4-Safety Promotion

Roles in Aviation SMS: Essential Roles Every SMS Should Have

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 13, 2019 5:58:00 AM

What Are Roles in Aviation SMS Software

Roles in aviation SMS software are different categories of permissions and access assigned to users accessing your SMS database. Each role will have different responsibilities and authority.

Roles allow you to organize the human elements in your safety management system. This helps you:

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Topics: Aviation SMS Implementation, 1-Safety Policy

How to Audit Previously Managed Safety Issues in Aviation SMS

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 11, 2019 4:43:00 AM

What Is an Audit of Previously Managed Issues in Aviation Safety Management

When you perform internal aviation SMS audits, it’s essential you include the auditing of previously managed issues.

Why should you audit previously managed issues?

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Topics: 3-Safety Assurance

Writing Awesome Aviation Safety Policy Statements – With Downloads

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 8, 2019 10:00:00 AM

Safety Policy Is the Architecture of Aviation SMS

Aviation safety management systems (SMS) are supported by the safety policy which is endorsed by the organization's accountable executive. The safety policy communicates management's commitment to the SMS while also affording employees protection from self-reporting errors or mistakes.

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Topics: 1-Safety Policy

Privacy, Transparency, and Confidentiality in Aviation Safety Management

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 6, 2019 5:24:00 AM

What Are Responsibility, Confidentiality, and Privacy in Aviation Safety Management

In aviation safety management, responsibility, confidentiality, and privacy are the triad that affects how you handle reported safety information. Whether your organization is large or small, your leadership team needs to discuss these factors and decide how to handle them.

Your organization may decide that it doesn’t need to pay particular attention to this triad,

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Topics: 4-Safety Promotion, Quality-Safety Management

How Aviation Safety Software Improves Safety: Guide for Safety Managers

Posted by Stu Martin on Feb 5, 2019 2:37:58 PM

Aviation Safety Software Prioritizes Safety

Aviation safety is the foundation of an industry where precision is critical, and the consequences of errors can be catastrophic.

Millions of passengers board flights daily, placing their trust in the systems and professionals ensuring their safety. To meet this responsibility, aviation safety software has become an indispensable tool, transforming how safety is managed worldwide.

These platforms enable proactive hazard identification,

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Topics: Risk Management Software

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