Sofema Aviation Services – considers framework elements associated with the effective management of Safety Management System Competency
Introduction
The CAMO needs to ensure that the processes involved in safety risk management as well as the techniques for oversight are managed at the highest level across all continuing airworthiness management activities.
Essentially with the introduction of Safety Management Systems within the CAMO we need to develop an understanding of the value of integration of compliance management and aviation safety risk.
EASA describes competency as a combination of individual skills, practical and theoretical knowledge, attitudes, training, and experience.
Providing more depth, we could further consider the following:
a) A capability that allows a person to perform various processes or tasks and achieve outcomes
b) It is a combination of relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes. It is the demonstrated ability to apply knowledge and skills
In essence, competencies are the integrated knowledge, skills, judgment, and attributes that people need to perform a job effectively.
By having a defined set of competencies for each role, the organization shows employees the kind of behaviors it values and those it requires to help achieve its objectives.
Effective SMS requires a total system approach, the following are essential for positive implementation within a Part CAMO Organisation:
a) Effective communication between CAMO engineering and operations instead of silo or bunker management
b) Data driven approach that can enable the organisation to better analyse exposure and predict hotspots
c) Robust risk management processes
SMS Competency Drivers
The main purpose of the safety training programme is to ensure that personnel at all levels of the organisation maintain their competency to fulfill their roles safely.
Safety training should, in particular, consider the safety knowledge derived from hazard identification and risk management processes, and support the fostering of a positive safety culture.
Note: Safety management training refers to specific training for the staff involved in safety management functions in accordance with point CAMO.A.305(a)(5) or CAMO.A.200(a)(3)
GM3 CAMO.A.305(g) Personnel requirements Competency of the Safety Manager
The competency of a safety manager should include, but not be limited to, the following:
(a) knowledge of ICAO standards and European requirements on safety management;
(b) an understanding of management systems, including compliance monitoring systems;
(c) an understanding of risk management;
(d) an understanding of safety investigation techniques and root cause methodologies;
(e) an understanding of HF;
(f) understanding and promotion of a positive safety culture;
(g) operational experience related to the activities of the organisation;
(h) safety management experience;
(i) interpersonal and leadership skills, and the ability to influence staff;
(j) oral and written communications skills;
(k) data management, analytical and problem-solving skills
Next Steps
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Airworthiness, aviation safety, Aviation Safety Management System, CAMO, Continued Airworthiness, Part CAMO, SMS
