--- title: Aviation Safety Blog | Expert Tips & Updates | SMS-Pro | 3-Safety Assurance (12) description: 3-Safety Assurance | Discover expert insights, safety tips, and the latest updates on aviation safety from SMS-Pro's blog. 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Aviation safety managers are tasked with a Safety Assurance (SA) element labeled "Continuous Improvement." Not many aviation safety management systems (SMS) training courses go into much detail about [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/measuring-aviation-safety-performance) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/measuring-aviation-safety-performance#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [What Are Leading Indicators in Aviation SMS?](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/what-are-leading-indicators-in-aviation-sms-programs) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Sep 25, 2024, 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/what-are-Leading-Indicators-IN-Aviation-SMS.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/what-are-leading-indicators-in-aviation-sms-programs) ## What Are Leading Indicators in Safety Programs? Leading indicators in [aviation safety management systems (SMS)](https://www.asms-pro.com/SMS/AviationSafetyManagementSystem.aspx)are: - The “input” of the program; - Identify precursors that directly correlate to future performance; [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/what-are-leading-indicators-in-aviation-sms-programs) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/what-are-leading-indicators-in-aviation-sms-programs#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [Aviation Safety Audits 101: Prep and Pass - With Examples and Checklists](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audits-101-prep-and-pass-free-audit-checklists) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Jun 12, 2024, 5:45:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/Aviation-Safety-Audits-101-PREP-and-PASS.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audits-101-prep-and-pass-free-audit-checklists) ## High Stakes Passing [aviation safety audits](http://www.skybrary.aero/index.php/Safety_Audits) is absolutely critical for safety managers, not to mention the accountable executive who is ultimately responsible for [aviation safety management systems](https://www.asms-pro.com/SMS/AviationSafetyManagementSystem.aspx) (SMS) performance. [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audits-101-prep-and-pass-free-audit-checklists) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audits-101-prep-and-pass-free-audit-checklists#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [Despite Corruption, IATA Operational Safety Audits Enhance Aviation SMS](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-iata-operational-safety-audits-enhance-aviation-safety-process) Posted by [Christopher Howell](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/christopher-howell) on May 29, 2024, 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/HOW-IATA-operational-Safety-Audits-Enhance-Aviation-SMS.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-iata-operational-safety-audits-enhance-aviation-safety-process) ## Aviation Safety Audits Are Not for Just Airlines Aviation safety managers must be prepared for a never-ending chain of audits. This is a fact of life, whether you are working at: - Airlines; - Airports; - Ground handling companies; [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-iata-operational-safety-audits-enhance-aviation-safety-process) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-iata-operational-safety-audits-enhance-aviation-safety-process#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [How to Create an Aviation SMS Audit Plan](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-create-an-aviation-sms-audit-plan) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Apr 10, 2024, 6:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/how-TO-Create-An-aviation-SMS-Audit-Plan.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-create-an-aviation-sms-audit-plan) ## What Is an Internal Aviation SMS Audit An internal [aviation safety management system](https://www.asms-pro.com/SMS/AviationSafetyManagementSystem.aspx) (SMS) audit is a process you use to verify that certain actions are taking place in your SMS. [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-create-an-aviation-sms-audit-plan) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-create-an-aviation-sms-audit-plan#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [How Often Should You Conduct Aviation SMS Audit](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-often-should-you-conduct-aviation-sms-audit) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Mar 27, 2024, 2:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/how-often-should-you-Conduct-Aviation-SMS-AUDIT.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-often-should-you-conduct-aviation-sms-audit) ## What Is an Internal Aviation SMS Audit An [internal aviation SMS audit](https://www.asms-pro.com/Modules/SafetyAssurance/AuditSuite.aspx) is how you evaluate any part of your SMS. On the one hand, you use such audits to ensure that certain actions are taking place in your SMS, [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-often-should-you-conduct-aviation-sms-audit) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-often-should-you-conduct-aviation-sms-audit#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [8 Tips to Pass Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Audits](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/4-tips-to-pass-aviation-sms-audits-like-the-professionals) Posted by [Christopher Howell](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/christopher-howell) on Feb 28, 2024, 6:30:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/8-TIPs-for-Passing-aviation-SMS-Audits.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/4-tips-to-pass-aviation-sms-audits-like-the-professionals) ## Why Passing an Aviation SMS Audit Is Critical Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) form the foundation of safe operations, and passing SMS audits is critical for demonstrating compliance with global safety standards while reinforcing an organization’s commitment to safety. [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/4-tips-to-pass-aviation-sms-audits-like-the-professionals) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/4-tips-to-pass-aviation-sms-audits-like-the-professionals#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [Real Difference Between an Aviation Safety Audit vs. Inspection](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audit-inspection-difference) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Feb 21, 2024, 6:00:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/Real-Difference-Between-an-aviation-Safety-Audit-VS-Inspection.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audit-inspection-difference) ## Interesting Discussion on Audits vs. Inspections The other day, I had a rather interesting discussion with a couple of seasoned aviation safety managers on the topic of [aviation safety audits](http://www.skybrary.aero/index.php/Safety_Audits) vs inspections. [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audit-inspection-difference) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/aviation-safety-audit-inspection-difference#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [How to Monitor the Effectiveness of Control Measures](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-monitor-the-effectiveness-of-control-measures) Posted by [Stu Martin](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/stu-martin) on Jan 17, 2024, 10:59:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/How-to-Monitor-the-Effectiveness-OF-Control-Measures.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-monitor-the-effectiveness-of-control-measures) ## Why You Need to Monitor the Effectiveness of Control Measures Control measures are the heart of your [aviation safety management system’s (SMS)](https://www.asms-pro.com/SMS/AviationSafetyManagementSystem.aspx) risk mitigation efforts. You may call your "control measures" either: [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-monitor-the-effectiveness-of-control-measures) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-monitor-the-effectiveness-of-control-measures#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) ## [How to Implement Effective Control Measures](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-implement-effective-control-measures) Posted by [Jamie Adams](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/author/jamie-adams) on Dec 6, 2023, 5:21:00 AM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/hubfs/images/Blog_Images/How-TO-implement-effective-Control-Measures.png)](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-implement-effective-control-measures) ## What Are Control Measures? When you identify a hazard within your organization, the first step is to analyze the risk. If the risk is high, then you need a control measure to **reduce risk to acceptable levels**. [Read More](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-implement-effective-control-measures) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/how-to-implement-effective-control-measures#comments-listing) Topics: [3-Safety Assurance](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance) [Previous](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance/page/11) [All posts](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/all) [Next](https://aviationsafetyblog.asms-pro.com/blog/topic/3-safety-assurance/page/13) Site content provided by Northwest Data Solutions is meant for informational purposes only. 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