The Safety Auditing Course (Aviation Authorities) in Madrid is a specialized training course designed to help professionals conduct safety audits and ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations.
From:
18-05-2026
Course Overview
Effective safety auditing is essential for aviation authorities to ensure compliance with ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) and national aviation regulations. This Safety Auditing Course (Aviation Authorities) provides participants with the methodology and tools to conduct independent audits, inspections, and oversight activities that strengthen aviation safety.
The course covers ICAO USOAP principles, audit planning, checklist development, on-site inspections, and reporting techniques. Participants will learn how to identify safety deficiencies, evaluate corrective actions, and foster a culture of continuous compliance within the aviation industry.
Through case studies and practical exercises, attendees will gain confidence in applying structured audit processes and ensuring that operators, MROs, and service providers meet regulatory requirements.
Course Benefits
Gain advanced knowledge of ICAO safety oversight systems.
Learn practical audit planning and execution techniques.
Strengthen ability to identify non-conformities and risks.
Improve reporting and follow-up of audit findings.
Build oversight capacity for national aviation authorities.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO SARPs and safety oversight obligations.
Apply audit methodologies in line with ICAO USOAP.
Develop checklists and audit tools for aviation oversight.
Conduct on-site audits and inspections effectively.
Write audit reports with clear findings and recommendations.
Evaluate corrective action plans and monitor compliance.
Support continuous improvement in national safety oversight.
Training Methodology
The course combines lectures, ICAO document reviews, workshops, and practical audit simulations. Participants will perform mock audits and reporting exercises to apply learning.
Target Audience
Civil Aviation Authority inspectors.
National aviation authority auditors.
Safety oversight managers.
Regulators involved in ICAO USOAP activities.
Target Competencies
Aviation safety oversight and auditing.
Compliance monitoring and evaluation.
Non-conformity identification and reporting.
Audit planning and follow-up.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Aviation Safety Oversight
ICAO SARPs and USOAP framework.
The role of aviation authorities in safety oversight.
Types of audits and inspections.
Importance of independent safety auditing.
Unit 2: Audit Planning and Preparation
Developing an annual audit program.
Risk-based audit planning.
Preparing audit checklists and tools.
Pre-audit coordination and documentation.
Unit 3: Conducting On-Site Audits
Opening meetings and defining audit scope.
Interviewing techniques for inspectors.
Collecting and validating objective evidence.
Identifying findings and safety deficiencies.
Unit 4: Reporting and Corrective Actions
Writing clear, actionable audit reports.
Categorizing findings (significant vs. minor).
Reviewing corrective action plans (CAPs).
Monitoring corrective measures and follow-up.
Unit 5: Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture
Using audits to drive continuous compliance.
Promoting safety culture within regulated entities.
Lessons learned from ICAO USOAP audits.
Building oversight capability in authorities.
Ready to strengthen your authority’s safety oversight capability?
Join the Safety Auditing Course (Aviation Authorities) with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to lead effective audits in line with ICAO requirements.
The Safety Auditing Course for Aviation Authorities in Madrid provides professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the methodologies, standards, and oversight practices required to conduct effective safety audits within the aviation sector. Designed for aviation authority inspectors, safety managers, compliance officers, and regulatory specialists, these programs equip participants with the skills needed to evaluate organizational safety performance, monitor compliance, and support continuous improvement across air transport operations.
Participants explore the core principles of aviation safety auditing, including audit planning, risk-based oversight, evidence gathering, and structured reporting. The courses emphasize internationally recognized safety auditing frameworks and examine how systematic auditing ensures alignment with global aviation safety requirements. Through real-world case studies and simulation-based activities, attendees learn to assess safety management systems (SMS), evaluate organizational processes, identify hazards, determine root causes, and develop corrective actions that strengthen safety performance.
These safety auditing training programs in Madrid also address essential topics such as surveillance techniques, inspector competencies, safety performance indicators, and the integration of data-driven approaches to oversight. Participants gain practical insight into how auditing supports regulatory functions, enhances safety assurance activities, and promotes a proactive safety culture. The curriculum balances theoretical foundations with hands-on application, enabling professionals to conduct effective oversight in complex operational environments.
Attending these training courses in Madrid offers a valuable opportunity to learn within a globally connected aviation hub that fosters knowledge exchange and professional growth. Expert-led sessions and an international participant base enrich discussions, offering diverse perspectives on safety oversight practices. By completing this specialization, participants develop the competencies and confidence needed to perform thorough safety audits, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of aviation safety across their organizations and national authorities.