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GACAR Part 5 Requirements for SMS Documentation

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December 09, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key aspects of the KSA (Saudi) GACAR Part 5 Safety Management System Documentation Introduction GACAR Part 5 places a strong emphasis on maintaining comprehensive SMS documentation as a cornerstone of regulatory compliance and continuous safety improvement. The requirements for documenting safety policies, risk management processes, safety assurance activities, and…

Competence Considerations within a GACAR Part 145 & Part 43 Organisation

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December 06, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers key aspects related to the management of competence across the GACAR Part 145 & Part 43 Maintenance Organisation Approvals Introduction Managing competence across all business processes in compliance with GACAR Parts 43 and 145 involves developing a well-structured training program, ensuring ongoing evaluations and certifications, fostering a culture of safety, and…

Considering Safety Performance in the Context of an Aviation Safety Management System

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December 05, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key elements related to Management Safety Performance within an Aviation Safety Management System Introduction An aviation safety management system (SMS) is a systematic approach to managing safety risks within the aviation field. Safety performance management encompasses a holistic approach to managing all aspects of safety risk and requires constant…

The Role of Compliance Management within the Airside Environment: Aligned with ED Decision 2014/012/R

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December 03, 2024

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Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the key regulatory drivers for the Aerodrome Compliance Management System – Insights from ED Decision 2014/012/R Compliance management plays a critical role in ensuring safety, security, and operational efficiency within the airside environment. A well-structured compliance monitoring program is essential. This includes a clear audit schedule, comprehensive audit procedures, and…