Definition: A documented process for managing risks that integrates operations and technical systems with the
management of financial and human resources to ensure (aviation) safety or the safety of the public.
According to regulatory requirements, a Safety Management System (SMS) will soon have to be established for your organization and will be a key aspect of the future of aviation.
Frequently asked questions:
| What exactly do I have to do? |
-> Fulfill the minimum requirements stipulated by the authorities,
nevertheless does SMS rely on the "Return of Invest" principle. Doing a
little bit more than required can give you much more in return.
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| What do I need? |
-> You will need a company guideline (Safety Management Manual)
and a facilitator to run your SMS according to that manual.
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| How much time do I have? |
-> The authorities have published specific guidelines for the
individual implementation steps.
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| Is it expensive? |
-> Not necessarily, since it depends on the level of safety you want
to achieve. You have to invest to get something in return. The more you
invest, the higher are the savings. You should aim for a balanced and
realistic solution. |
| Do I have to employ qualified personnel? |
-> This is up to you. We recommend to use the avialable human
resources within your organization. Appoint an employee as the
facilitator of your SMS and offer him the required training.
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| Compilation of a fully EASA compliant Safety Manual |
-> Your guideline
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| Introductory Training courses for designated Safety Managers |
-> Your facilitator
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| Introductory courses for management personnel |
-> Your efficient leaders
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Introductory courses for employees |
-> Your efficiency
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| Implementation of a fully EASA compliant Safety Management System |
-> Your guarantor for stability |
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Supporting your initiated implementation of the Safety Management System |
-> Developing the missing links |
| SMS Gap Analysis |
-> Your gap and progress
monitoring tool |
