Why Safety Managers Fail to Get Budget
For new aviation safety managers, training staff on Safety Management System (SMS) concepts can feel like navigating uncharted skies. The complexity of SMS, combined with the need to engage accountable executives—senior leaders responsible for SMS oversight—often leaves managers unsure of where to begin.
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Topics:
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
1-Safety Policy,
2-Safety Risk Management,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance,
Safety Culture
How to Train Employees to Identify Hazards in an Aviation SMS
For aviation safety managers, training employees to identify hazards is a critical component of a robust Safety Management System (SMS) under 14 CFR Part 5, EASA and other national civil aviation authorities' SMS regulations.
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Topics:
3-Safety Assurance,
2-Safety Risk Management,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance,
Safety Culture
FAA Part 5 Compliance as a Top Priority
FAA Part 5, expanded in April 2024, mandates Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Part 121 airlines, Part 135 operators, and Part 145 MROs,
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Topics:
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
1-Safety Policy,
2-Safety Risk Management,
FAA Compliance
From Planning to Compliance: Developing Your FAA Part 5 SMS Implementation Plan
As an aviation safety manager or accountable executive, developing a Safety Management System (SMS) that complies with 14 CFR Part 5 is critical
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Topics:
Aviation SMS Implementation,
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
1-Safety Policy,
2-Safety Risk Management,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance
FAA Declaration of Compliance Content Guide
For aviation safety managers and accountable executives, ensuring compliance with the FAA’s Safety Management System (SMS) requirements under 14 CFR Part 5 is a cornerstone of operational safety.
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Topics:
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
1-Safety Policy,
2-Safety Risk Management,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance
Aviation SMS Implementations
For new aviation safety managers, writing a system description for a Safety Management System (SMS) can feel daunting.
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Topics:
Aviation SMS Implementation,
2-Safety Risk Management,
FAA Compliance
CEO Commitment to Safety
Training staff on Safety Management System (SMS) concepts can be a daunting task for new aviation safety managers, especially when guiding accountable executives—senior leaders responsible for SMS oversight.
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Topics:
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
1-Safety Policy,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance,
Safety Culture
SMS Pro Is an Aviation-Specific SMS Database
SMS Pro is a comprehensive SMS database tailored for aviation service providers, including airlines, airports, maintenance organizations, flight schools, and more.
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Topics:
4-Safety Promotion,
3-Safety Assurance,
Risk Management Software,
1-Safety Policy,
2-Safety Risk Management,
FAA Compliance
FAA’s Safety Risk Management (SRM) Process and System Description Element
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) safety risk management (SRM) compliance requirement for System Description has one clear goal:
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Topics:
2-Safety Risk Management,
FAA Compliance
How to Document the Risk Matrix Process for FAA-Compliant Aviation SMS Programs
For new aviation safety managers, documenting the risk matrix process within a Safety Management System (SMS) can be a challenging task.
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Topics:
Aviation SMS Implementation,
2-Safety Risk Management,
Risk Management Training,
FAA Compliance