The Advanced Safety Management System (SMS) course in Geneva is designed for safety professionals looking to implement and optimize Safety Management Systems in their organizations.
From:
08-06-2026
From:
30-11-2026
Course Overview
A robust Safety Management System (SMS) is the cornerstone of effective aviation safety and compliance. This Advanced Safety Management System (SMS) Training Course equips participants with deeper understanding of ICAO Annex 19 requirements, safety performance management, and integration of risk management across operations.
Through case studies, workshops, and practical exercises, participants will explore advanced techniques in hazard identification, safety risk assessments, safety performance indicators (SPIs), and fostering a proactive safety culture.
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge and tools to strengthen safety systems, improve organizational safety performance, and ensure regulatory alignment.
Course Benefits
Gain advanced knowledge of SMS principles and ICAO requirements.
Enhance safety risk assessment and mitigation skills.
Strengthen use of Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs).
Learn best practices for building a strong safety culture.
Improve compliance with CAA and international safety standards.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO Annex 19 and advanced SMS concepts.
Apply hazard identification and risk management methodologies.
Develop effective Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs).
Integrate SMS into daily operational practices.
Analyze case studies of SMS successes and failures.
Foster organizational engagement and safety accountability.
Build strategies for continuous safety improvement.
Training Methodology
The course uses a combination of expert-led lectures, group workshops, safety case analysis, and scenario-based exercises to reinforce practical application of SMS concepts.
Target Audience
Aviation safety managers and officers.
Airline and airport operations managers.
Quality assurance and compliance personnel.
Civil aviation authority inspectors and regulators.
Target Competencies
Advanced SMS implementation.
Hazard identification and risk management.
Safety performance monitoring.
Safety leadership and culture building.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Advanced SMS Framework and ICAO Annex 19
Review of ICAO SMS requirements.
Evolution and updates of SMS regulations.
Linking SMS to organizational strategy.
Safety management maturity levels.
Unit 2: Hazard Identification and Risk Management
Techniques for proactive hazard identification.
Qualitative and quantitative risk assessments.
Practical exercises in safety risk analysis.
Integration of risk controls into operations.
Unit 3: Safety Performance Management
Establishing Safety Performance Indicators (SPIs).
Monitoring and analyzing safety trends.
Data-driven safety performance reviews.
Using SPIs for decision-making.
Unit 4: Safety Culture and Human Factors
Building a positive safety culture.
Addressing human error in aviation safety.
Just culture and reporting systems.
Encouraging organizational learning.
Unit 5: SMS Audits and Continuous Improvement
Conducting SMS audits and evaluations.
Common findings and lessons learned.
Implementing corrective and preventive actions.
Ensuring continuous improvement in SMS.
Ready to strengthen your aviation safety systems?
Join the Advanced Safety Management System (SMS) Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and lead your organization toward higher safety performance and compliance.
The Advanced Safety Management System (SMS) Training Courses in Geneva provide professionals with a comprehensive and structured approach to developing, implementing, and improving organizational safety frameworks. Designed for safety managers, compliance officers, operational leaders, and risk management professionals, these programs focus on integrating safety into all levels of organizational processes to enhance performance, reduce operational risks, and support a proactive safety culture.
Participants explore the essential components of a Safety Management System, including safety policy development, hazard identification, risk assessment, performance measurement, and continuous improvement mechanisms. The courses emphasize the importance of leadership commitment, communication, and employee engagement in fostering an effective SMS. Through case studies, practical exercises, and scenario-based learning, attendees gain experience in applying advanced safety tools, evaluating safety data, and addressing safety challenges within diverse operational contexts.
These SMS training programs in Geneva also examine emerging trends and best practices in modern safety management, such as data-driven safety analytics, human factors engineering, and the integration of digital technologies for monitoring and reporting. Participants learn how to build resilient safety systems that support operational efficiency while meeting international standards and regulatory expectations. The curriculum encourages critical thinking and strategic planning, enabling professionals to design customized SMS frameworks aligned with organizational goals and risk tolerance.
Attending these training courses in Geneva enhances learning through exposure to a global professional environment and access to diverse insights from participants across various industries. Geneva’s international setting provides an ideal backdrop for discussing the complexities of safety management in global operations. By the end of the program, participants are equipped to lead advanced safety initiatives, strengthen organizational risk controls, and promote a culture of continuous safety improvement—ensuring safer, more reliable, and more resilient operations in today’s evolving business landscape.