Safety Management Systems (SMS) Executive Workshop (classroom)

0.5-day (4 hours) classroom course

In this half-day executive workshop on safety management systems (SMS), learn how to demystify ICAO/EASA Safety Management Systems. You will explore key regulatory aspects and safety management principles and the key role that they play in accident prevention and related human factors.

Course Code: TALS-80

Course format

• This classroom course provides a half-day (4 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.
• Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.
• Student performance will be based on an assessment.

Prerequisites

• Recommended level is Entry-level and Intermediate.
• The recommended level of language proficiency is ICAO Operational Level 4 for courses in English or the equivalent level for other languages.

How to register

• When you click the Register button, you will be directed to log in to your Training Account.
• Register early and save up to 25% at our Training Centers! Please read the Terms and Conditions for the early bird discount.

In-house training

To arrange in-house training for your company, please complete the in-house training request form or contact the Training Specialist in your region.

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

• Recognize the key safety issues in aviation
• Discuss the basics of current safety programs
• Recognize the main theories on accident causation and prevention related to enterprise risk management programs
• Know how accidents can be prevented using evidence and best practices
• Relate the importance of operating an SMS as required by EASA and ICAO
• Build a sustainable framework that balances production and protection

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• SMS course introduction
• Systematized safety management
• Regulatory aspects
• Responsibilities and accountabilities
• The Human element

This course is recommended for:

• Corporate, executive staff from airlines and airports
• Airline board members (existing and new appointees)

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.