Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, considers the key aspects of measuring the effectiveness of Aviation Safety Management System (SMS) Trainers. Introduction Effectively measuring the effectiveness of SMS trainers requires a balanced approach that combines rigorous assessment, continuous feedback, and alignment with industry standards. Addressing the items of concern and adhering to best practices can significantly enhance…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the best practices for creating a warm and friendly environment. Introduction Incorporating ice breakers, energizers, and warm-ups into EASA Part 145 Human Factors training sessions is a strategic approach to enhance the effectiveness of the training. By creating a warm, friendly, and engaging learning environment, these activities help break down…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS), www.sassofia.com, lays out a typical structure for performing a Risk Assessment as part of a Workshop Activity. Example Tasks for Aviation Safety Management Systems Workshop Aircraft Maintenance Example Tasks A new maintenance procedure has been introduced for addressing the robbery of ESDS aircraft components. The staff is unfamiliar with the new procedure. o   Identify…

Sofema Aviation Services (SAS) www.sassofia.com considers the benefit of using Pareto Techniques as part of Root Cause Analysis (RCA) activities. Introduction Pareto Techniques can be highly effective in identifying and addressing the most significant issues that contribute to a problem. Here’s how the Pareto Principle, commonly known as the “80/20 rule,” can be integrated into RCA…