Safety Audits

Hazard Identification in a Safety Management System (SMS)

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Ground crew member in red overalls and high-visibility vest walking near an aircraft engine on the tarmac, surrounded by red safety markings and traffic cones.

March 14, 2025

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key elements of an effective Aviation Hazard Identification process Introduction – Hazard identification is the first and most critical step in the Safety Management System (SMS). It involves identifying potential sources of harm, unsafe conditions, or objects that can cause or contribute to safety risks in aviation operations. Effective hazard identification…

The Concept of Safety Culture with a Design Organisation

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November 06, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers key elements related to Safety Culture Behaviour within an EASA Compliant Part 21J organisation considering also challenges, best practices and general issues. Introduction The integration of safety into the design process requires deliberate effort to prioritize safety alongside cost and performance. By employing a range of analysis tools and techniques, design…

A new training dedicated to EASA Airside Safety is now available – Book your place now

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A new training dedicated to EASA Airside Safety is now available - Book your place now

September 11, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com is pleased to share that a new course has been added to our training portfolio: EASA Aerodromes – Airside Safety Training Available as a Classroom or Webinar training – Register at [email protected] What is the training about? This course provides a comprehensive understanding of airport operational processes, focusing on airside safety. Participants will…

Review of ICAO SMS – Driven Objectives – Together with the Safety Objectives of an Aviation Safety Management System Fully Compliant with ICAO

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ICAO-compliant Safety Management System (SMS)

May 02, 2024

Steven Bentley

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) considers the key aspects of an ICAO-compliant Safety Management System (SMS) Introduction The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) provides a framework for an Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) that is designed to manage safety risks in the aviation industry. A fully compliant SMS according to ICAO standards is structured around several…

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