What ICAO safety management system (SMS) requires
An organization's compliance with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) safety management system framework mandates a systematic approach to managing safety, including necessary organizational structures, accountabilities, policies, and procedures. As detailed in ICAO Annex 19 and supported by guidance within ICAO Doc 9859, a compliant SMS is a fundamental requirement for service providers. This system necessitates that an accountable executive is appointed, ensuring ultimate responsibility for safety performance resides at the highest level, and a safety policy is documented, clearly stating the organization's commitment. The core of the SMS involves a robust safety risk management process where a hazard identification system is active, enabling proactive identification of potential dangers before they result in incidents. Subsequently, risks are assessed, and mitigation actions are triggered when their severity exceeds a defined risk mitigation threshold score of 3. Safety assurance, a critical component detailed in regulations like EASA Part-ORO and 14 CFR Part 5, is maintained through continuous monitoring. This requires that safety performance indicators are defined and a safety data collection system is implemented, providing data to measure performance against targets. A formal management of change process must be active to manage risks associated with operational changes. The system's effectiveness is verified through internal audits, with an audit frequency of 12 months, and at least one annual continuous improvement review conducted by management. Furthermore, safety promotion activities are essential, demanding that safety training compliance achieves 100 percent to ensure all personnel are competent. Finally, an emergency response plan must be active, ensuring readiness for accidents and incidents, a requirement echoed across Annex 6 and Annex 14 for aircraft operators and aerodromes respectively.
Pillar: Logistics & Supply Chain · Authority: ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organization) · Version: 1.1.0 · Last updated:
Primary source: https://www.icao.int/safety/SafetyManagement/Pages/default.aspx
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- ICAO Annex 19 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation: Safety Management, 2nd Edition (2016)
- ICAO Doc 9859: Safety Management Manual (SMM), 4th Edition (2018)
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