Safety Management Systems (SMS) - Implementation and Control

4-day (32 hours) classroom course

This practical course gives you the expertise to implement a successful Safety Management System (SMS) in your airline with the latest tools and processes. Gain the skills to implement a phased and manageable workload that will allow you to comply with regulatory requirements. Learn how to take a proactive approach to risk management and promote an ongoing safety culture within your organization.

Course code: SAC018VEEN02

Course format

• This classroom course provides 4 days (32 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

• Participants should have prior knowledge of Safety Management System concepts.
• Recommended level is Intermediate and Advanced.
• 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 completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Assess the current degree of implementation in your organization and deploy an SMS implementation plan
• Apply ICAO’s safety management concepts and processes to your SMS
• Manage the SMS implementation workload as well as the deliverables for each stage of your plan
• Manage the SMS implementation workload as well as the deliverables for each stage of your plan
• Explain the benefits of having an SMS

The key topics that are covered during this course include:

• SMS overview
• Check your knowledge
• SMS design and preparation knowledge
• Phased approach to SMS implementation
• SMS gap analysis and action tools
• Safety risk management
• Operational safety assurance and promotion
• Safety reporting
• The management of change
• SMS continuous improvement
• Benefits of airlines having an SMS

Activities

• Interactive exercises and use of practical tools
• Case studies
• Final assessment

This course is recommended for:

• Safety specialists and managers
• Senior management
• Operational managers and supervisors

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on all exercises and exams. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.