Short course/CPD
Safety Management Systems in Aviation
Course date: 10 Sep 2012 - 14 Sep 2012
Course overview
The safety of the aviation industry is of critical importance both in terms of accident / incident prevention and the financial performance of the industry. The development of Safety Management Systems (SMS) and their endorsement by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) facilitates a more coordinated approach of the various elements that create a safe operation. With over 30 years' experience delivering aviation safety related training for industry, Cranfield University Safety Accident and Investigation Centre has developed this new course to enhance material contained in the ICAO Safety Management Manual. It brings together all the relevant academic expertise along with industry experts working in regulation and accident investigation.This course covers the fundamental concepts behind safety management systems and their practical implementation into the air transport environment.
Location
Cranfield University is located at the very heart of the UK – within the innovation triangle between London and the cities of Oxford and Cambridge.
Our central location provides easy access from the M1, excellent main line rail service as well as proximity to key international airports. Set in rolling countryside, Cranfield offers a rich, rural landscape complemented by thriving towns and picturesque villages.
- Road: We are just 10 minutes from Junctions 13 & 14 of the M1 motorway. There is free parking on campus.
- Rail: Milton Keynes or Bedford
- Air: London Luton (22 miles), Heathrow (50 miles) or Birmingham (70 miles).
Course fee:
£1230
Accommodation fee:
£445
£480
Accommodation is on a full-board basis from the evening before the course commences until the afternoon of the last day. The course fee includes refreshments and lunch during the day. The accommodation fee includes all other meals. Details of accommodation will be provided in the delegate information pack.
Speakers
Dr Simon Mitchell – Visiting Lecturer, Department of Air Transport, Cranfield University. Following a career as a Royal Navy helicopter pilot and Instructor, Simon was involved in a number of project management roles in industry before continuing to work as a pilot within the offshore oil & gas industry and VVIP helicopter operations. His PhD examined the economics of safety using the helicopter industry as a case study.
Professor Graham Braithwaite – Head, Department of Air Transport, Cranfield University. Graham has worked extensively in aviation safety management, human factors and incident / accident investigation since he gained his PhD from Loughborough University. He is Director of the Safety & Accident Investigation Centre at Cranfield University and has delivered training courses around the world to clients from airlines, safety regulators, ATC providers, military, investigation agencies and airport operators.
The core team will be supported by a number of guest lecturers from the regional aviation industry.
How to register
Further information
For more information on this course or booking details please contact:
Academic Operations Unit
T: + 44 (0) 1234 754192
E: shortcourse@cranfield.ac.uk
Further information
Course description
Course objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Describe the fundamental concepts behind Safety Management Systems (SMS), as defined by ICAO, UK CAA, CASA and Transport Canada
- Select and implement techniques for the identification, quantification and management of hazards and risks
- Critically assess strategies for developing and enhancing safety culture including the role of leadership, structure and reporting systems
- Identify techniques for measuring safety performance
Content summary
Over five days, experienced presenters will cover the essential elements of an effective Safety Management System:
Day 1: The fundamentals of a Safety Management System, and introduction to associated guidance material provided by ICAO and other State safety regulatory bodies
Day 2: Safety data, safety information and analyses; including reporting systems, investigation and FDM
Day 3: Hazard identification and risk management, including an introduction to Enterprise Risk Management (ERM)
Day 4: Safety performance and safety health; including guidance on audits and safety promotion
Day 5: Safety organisations, including guidance on effective management of safety teams
In support of the theoretical material presented, as with other CSAIC courses, there are a number of supervised practical exercises built into the schedule with the purpose of embedding training objectives.
Who should attend
This course is designed for those personnel from industry with a functional responsibility for managing safety within an air transport related organisation. It is also suitable for other middle management who have responsibilities that can impact safety performance. Additionally, anyone who has an interest in continuing professional development will be able to use this course towards a well respected MSc in either Safety & Accident Investigation or Airworthiness.
Course Directors
Professor Graham Braithwaite
Director, Safety and Accident Investigation Centre
Cranfield University
T: +44 (0) 1234 754252
F: +44 (0) 1234 752940
E: g.r.braithwaite@cranfield.ac.uk
Dr Simon Mitchell
Safety and Accident Investigation Centre
E: s.mitchell@cranfield.ac.uk
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