Aviation Safety Management

          Objective of  Chap.12  Continuous improvement and SMS audit is  to  describe the process for the continuous review and improvement of the SMS of any organization.      For implementation, criteria has been set:- The process for regular internal audit/review of the organization’s SMS to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy and effectiveness. Any other programmes contributing to continuous improvement of the organization’s SMS and safety performance, e.g. MEDA, safety surveys, ISO systems.   

             A detailed checklist shall be prepared for conducting internal safety audit. These    audits shall review and analyse all matters having bearing on safety of operations, particularly with reference to the following:-          (a) Management Practices Relating to Safety Aspects:  The management policy has been clearly defined for the commitment and priority to safety of aircraft operations. The management has issued guidelines to this effect and has also taken action for violations of safety requirements by their employees.         (b) Operational Policies and Procedures : The Operations Manual and other circulars issued from time to time clearly define the operational policies and procedures for all types of aircraft in operation. For example, whether: i. the pilots are filling the flight reports properly giving complete details of the snags; ii. operational control ...