Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the complexities of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) To be effective in reducing negative events we need to understand how we can use various analytical techniques to first understand and then to mitigate the actual as well as potential exposure. The root cause analysis (RCA) method uses a cause and effect approach…

From a pure auditing perspective little has changed between EU OPS and OPS Regulation 965/2012 probably the emphasis on developing the audit schedule based on performance is one of the most significant developments. Firstly, we should understand that the primary role of EASA Compliant Quality Auditing is to ensure both external and internal compliance with…

How does the role the Quality Assurance (QA) Auditor differ within the EASA environment compared to say other aviation regulatory systems? (FAA for example?) Well, the first thing to consider is that the role of the Quality Assurance Auditor within the EASA system is quite specific in that it requires “Independence” This is not the…

Consider borrowing from lean techniques – What is Lean? Lean is essentially the pursuit of the minimisation of wasteful practices by focusing on practices and activities which do not add value. In addition to focus on techniques for continuous improvement. Why should we take the time to optimize our Quality Management System QMS at all?…