Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Airlines [Virtual Online]

Objectives of the SMS for Airlines training

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Describe the regulatory framework and ICAO requirements for SMS implementation in airlines
• Apply the four components of the SMS framework in an airline operational context
• Develop and implement a Safety Risk Management process
• Establish safety performance indicators and safety performance targets
• Design and promote a positive safety culture within an airline organization

Key Topics

• ICAO Annex 19 and regulatory SMS requirements for airlines
• The four pillars of SMS in an airline context
• Safety Policy development and management commitment
• Safety Risk Management — hazard identification, risk assessment and mitigation
• Safety Assurance and safety performance monitoring
• Safety Promotion and safety culture in airlines
• SMS implementation roadmap for airlines
• Integration of SMS with QMS and other management systems

Target Audience

• Airline Safety Managers and Safety Officers
• Accountable Executives and nominated post holders
• Quality and Compliance Managers
• Operations, Maintenance and Ground Handling Managers
• Aviation Professionals responsible for SMS implementation
• Regulatory Authority inspectors overseeing airline SMS

Safety Management Systems for Airlines Course Format

• Live virtual classroom with an experienced aviation safety instructor
• 2 days of interactive training (16 hours total)
• Group exercises, case studies and real-world airline scenarios
• Use Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox for best experience
• Course materials provided digitally

Recommended Level

• Intermediate
• Basic knowledge of aviation safety concepts recommended
• Familiarity with airline operations 

Exam Information

• Unsupervised online exam, taken at your convenience after the course
• 40 multiple choice questions
• 60 minutes to complete
• Passing grade: 80% correct answers
• 2 attempts allowed

Certificate Awarded

Upon successful completion of the Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Airlines training you will receive an Octans Training Certificate of Completion available to download and print for your records.