Safety Management Systems (SMS) for Non-Safety Managers

Full time
2 days
Part time:
Flexible scheduling
Theoretical course
Introduces SMS roles
Flight training
Not applicable

About The Course

This course will introduce you to the general principles and concepts of safety and what effective “Safety Management Systems” encompasses. The key elements of this course are based on identifying the meaning and measurement of safety and risk in the aviation industry and applying that to an organization’s learning and decision-making, as well as ensuring the implementation of an effective SMS. Roles and responsibilities for safety within an organization will also be discussed, together with the Human Factors aspects related to the Management of Change.

Course format

This classroom course provides 2 days (16 hours) of instruction delivered by an official IATA Instructor.

Take this course at an IATA Training Center, Regional Training Partner, or on-demand as in-house training.

Student performance will be based on an assessment

Registration information

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What you will learn

Recognize the key safety issues in aviation
Discuss the basics of current safety programs
Explore the main theories on accident causation and prevention, related to enterprise risk management programs
Know how accidents can be prevented using evidence and best practices
Design and operate an SMS as required by the main aviation authorities and ICAO
Describe how every manager in an aviation organization is affected and can be made part of the integrated safety management system

Course content

Key safety issues in aviation

The basics of current safety programs

The main theories on accident causation and prevention, related to enterprise risk management programs

Systematized safety management

SMS planning and operation

SMS implementation and regulation

Accident prevention using evidence and best practices

Human Factor elements of SMS

Who should attend

Corporate, executive staff from airlines and airports

Airline management staff

Civil Aviation Authorities

Ground Operations Service Providers

Representatives of aviation business

Certificate awarded

An IATA Certificate of Completion is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 70% or higher on an assessment. A special distinction is awarded to participants obtaining a grade of 90% or higher.

Exam information

Will be conducted in Georgia at 1 of these 6 Airports depending on weather and flight tasking.

Natakhtari

Batumi

Tbilisi

Telavi

Kutaisi

Amrolauri

FAQ

Do I need a visa to study in Georgia?

Citizens of many CIS and European countries can enter Georgia without a visa and stay here for up to one year. We can help with an invitation if needed.

Where does the training take place?

The theoretical part (if needed) is conducted online. The flight training takes place at Natakhtari Airfield (Georgia).

Is it possible to pay for the training in installments?

Yes. All courses are paid in stages — you only pay for the current module (PPL, flight hours, etc.).

Do you provide student accommodation?

Yes. We offer accommodation either directly at the airfield or nearby Mtskheta area.

What level of English do I need?

A basic level is enough to start. Aviation English (ICAO) exam will be required — we help organize it online.

I have never flown before. Can I start from scratch?

No. For CPL(A) you must already have a PPL(A) license. If you don’t have it yet, start with PPL(A) course.

Can I start training without a medical certificate?

You will need a Class 1 Medical Certificate for CPL(A) practical training and licensing.

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