Introduction
This dynamic and engaging 2-day course is designed to equip Authority inspectors, regulatory personnel, and organization safety officers with an in-depth understanding of the EASA Management System Assessment Tool (EASA MSAT).
This course is structured to provide practical knowledge, hands-on exercises, and valuable insights into the application of EASA MSAT across various aviation contexts.
By the end of this 2-day course, participants should have a comprehensive understanding of the EASA Management System Assessment Tool, its application in initial certification, continuing oversight, dealing with multiple certificates, and managing integrated management systems. Participants should also be able to apply the tool in practical scenarios and understand how to assess compliance and effectiveness of management systems in different organizational contexts.
This structure aims to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of safety culture, the Industry Safety Culture Evaluation Tool, and the skills necessary to effectively use the tool in their oversight activities.
Who is the course for?
The course is intended for individuals and professionals working in the aviation industry who need to understand and use the EASA MSAT for safety management system assessments. This course is relevant to aviation safety inspectors, auditors, aviation safety managers, and other personnel responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations in the European aviation industry.
What is the Benefit of this Training – What will I learn?
- Attendees will understand the EASA MSAT, its applications, and significance in aviation.
- The course includes practical exercises to apply EASA MSAT knowledge in real scenarios.
- Attendees will develop skills for using EASA MSAT effectively in oversight activities.
- The course covers safety culture and evaluation tools to enhance safety-first environments.
- Participants will learn ICAO SMS Framework elements, EASA requirements, and multi-certificate management.
Detailed Content / Topics – The following Subjects will be addressed
Day 1
EASA – MSAT Terms and Abbreviations
General Introduction and Overview of EASA MSAT
Understanding Safety Culture in the MSAT Regulatory Context
Overview of EASA and its Primary Role in Relation to Maintaining MSAT Standards
Integrated Management Systems Challenges and Best Practices in Managing Multiple Certificates
Introduction to EASA Management System Assessment Tool (MSAT) – Issue 2
Detailed Guidance on Using the EASA MSAT Tool: Assessing “Present”, “Suitable”, “Operating”, and “Effective” Processes
Developing Competence and Strength in Applying PSOE Values
Understanding the 12 Elements of the ICAO SMS Framework
Key Enablers and EASA Management System Requirements – Scalability and Suitability Considerations
Navigating the EASA MSAT Document & Practical Exercise
Role of Competent Authority in Initial Certification
Developing Competent Authority Inspector MSAT Competence
Organisation Considerations – Applying for EASA MSAT for Initial Certification
Day 2
Performing Initial MSAT Certification Objectives and Outcomes – Review & Discussion
Identifying Cultural Shortfalls
Desktop Review and On-Site Evaluation
Interviewing Key Managers and Staff
Practical Exercise: Mock Initial Certification Evaluation
Group Activity: Analyzing Different Scenarios Operations – CAMO – AMO – Airports
Multi-Domain Case Study MSAT Oversight of Mature Applicants
Key Takeaways and Best Practices Reference Previous Case Study
Continuing Oversight, Integrated Management Systems, and Tool Guidance
Understanding the Concept of Credit for Other Oversight Activities
Extending the Oversight Planning Cycle: Criteria and Process
Practical Exercise: Decision-Making for Oversight Planning Cycle Extension
Coordination and Agreement among Different Competent Authorities
Assessing Compliance and Effectiveness, Considering Scalability and Suitability in Different Organizational Contexts
Learning Objectives
The course specifically addresses how to assess the compliance and effectiveness of management systems in different organizational contexts, improving participants’ oversight capabilities.
Attendees will understand the role of the Competent Authority in initial certification, the process of initial evaluation using EASA MSAT, and how to conduct desktop reviews, on-site evaluations, and interviews with key managers and staff.
Participants will understand the challenges and best practices in managing multiple certificates, as well as how to apply EASA MSAT to integrated management systems.
Pre-requisites
A foundational knowledge of aviation, relevant work experience in aviation safety or management, and familiarity with aviation regulations.
Target Groups
This course is designed for Authority inspectors, regulatory personnel, and organization safety officers.
What do People Say about Sofema Aviation Services Training?
“I found satisfying answers to all my questions.”
“The instructor demonstrated very deep knowledge of the subject.”
“The length of the course fits my needs and expectations.”
“The content was really effective, I gained a lot of new knowledge.”
“The practical examples were perfectly delivered.”
Duration
2 days – Start at 09.00 and finish at 17.00, with appropriate refreshment breaks.
To register for this training, please email [email protected] or Call +359 28210806
