Workshop In Aviation Safety Management: 10-Day Intensive

Course Description

This intensive 10-day workshop provides a comprehensive overview of aviation safety management principles and practices. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of safety management systems (SMS), risk assessment techniques, human factors in aviation, and strategies for developing a positive safety culture. Through a combination of theoretical instruction and practical exercises, attendees will develop the skills needed to implement and maintain effective safety programs in aviation organizations.

Learning Objectives

• Understand the core components and implementation strategies of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Develop proficiency in risk assessment and mitigation techniques specific to aviation operations
• Analyze human factors and their impact on aviation safety
• Learn methods for fostering a positive safety culture within aviation organizations
• Gain practical skills in safety data analysis and continuous improvement processes

Course Modules

Day 1: Introduction to Aviation Safety Management

• Evolution of aviation safety
• Regulatory framework and ICAO standards
• Overview of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
• Safety culture concepts

Day 2: SMS Components and Implementation

• Safety policy and objectives
• Safety risk management
• Safety assurance
• Safety promotion

Day 3: Risk Management in Aviation

• Hazard identification techniques
• Risk assessment methodologies
• Risk mitigation strategies
• Bow-tie analysis

Day 4: Human Factors in Aviation Safety

• Human performance and limitations
• Crew Resource Management (CRM)
• Fatigue risk management
• Human error models

Day 5: Safety Culture Development

• Just culture principles
• Safety communication strategies
• Leadership's role in safety culture
• Measuring and improving safety culture

Day 6: Safety Reporting Systems

• Voluntary and mandatory reporting systems
• Confidentiality and non-punitive reporting
• Data collection and analysis
• Feedback mechanisms

Day 7: Safety Performance Monitoring

• Safety performance indicators
• Safety data analysis techniques
• Trend analysis and forecasting
• Continuous improvement processes

Day 8: Emergency Response Planning

• Emergency response plan components
• Crisis communication
• Business continuity planning
• Emergency response exercises

Day 9: SMS Auditing and Evaluation

• Internal audit processes
• External audits and regulatory oversight
• Gap analysis techniques
• Corrective action plans

Day 10: Advanced Topics and Future Trends

• Integration of SMS with other management systems
• Safety management in unmanned aircraft systems
• Artificial intelligence and big data in aviation safety
• Emerging technologies and their impact on safety

Practical Wins for Participants

• Develop a customized SMS implementation plan for their organization
• Create a comprehensive risk register and mitigation strategies
• Design a safety culture improvement program
• Construct a set of relevant safety performance indicators for ongoing monitoring