The Safety Management System (SMS) Basic in Barcelona is a foundational training course designed to help professionals understand and apply SMS principles for aviation safety and compliance.
From:
22-12-2025
Course Overview
A Safety Management System (SMS) is a formal, top-down, organization-wide approach to managing safety risk. This Safety Management System (SMS) Basic Training Course provides participants with a foundational understanding of SMS principles, structure, and implementation in aviation organizations.
The course covers ICAO Annex 19 requirements, safety policy, risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion. Participants will gain insights into hazard identification, safety reporting, and the role of SMS in fostering a positive safety culture.
Through interactive exercises, case studies, and group discussions, participants will learn how SMS integrates into daily operations to improve safety performance and regulatory compliance.
Course Benefits
Understand ICAO Annex 19 SMS framework.
Learn the four components of an SMS.
Build awareness of hazard identification and safety reporting.
Strengthen knowledge of safety risk management basics.
Gain tools to support a strong safety culture.
Course Objectives
Review ICAO SMS requirements and regulatory frameworks.
Identify the four SMS components: policy, risk management, assurance, promotion.
Apply basic hazard identification and reporting methods.
Understand safety risk assessment principles.
Recognize the role of SMS in daily aviation operations.
Promote organizational commitment to safety.
Build awareness of safety culture and accountability.
Training Methodology
The course uses instructor-led lectures, case study reviews, group discussions, and practical exercises in hazard reporting and safety analysis.
Target Audience
Airline and airport staff new to SMS.
Safety and compliance personnel.
Ground handling and maintenance staff.
Civil aviation authority entry-level inspectors.
Target Competencies
Basic SMS knowledge.
Hazard identification and safety reporting.
Compliance awareness with ICAO Annex 19.
Safety culture fundamentals.
Course Outline
Unit 1: Introduction to Safety Management Systems
ICAO Annex 19 overview.
The purpose and benefits of SMS.
Regulatory and organizational context.
Key roles and responsibilities.
Unit 2: The Four Components of SMS
Safety policy and objectives.
Safety risk management.
Safety assurance.
Safety promotion.
Unit 3: Hazard Identification and Reporting
Recognizing hazards in aviation environments.
Voluntary and mandatory reporting systems.
Human factors in hazard identification.
Case studies of hazard reports.
Unit 4: Safety Risk Management Basics
Risk assessment principles.
Risk probability and severity matrix.
Simple risk control measures.
Group exercises in safety risk evaluation.
Unit 5: Safety Culture and Continuous Improvement
Elements of a positive safety culture.
Accountability and leadership in safety.
Continuous monitoring and feedback.
Embedding SMS in daily operations.
Ready to build your foundation in aviation safety?
Join the Safety Management System (SMS) Basic Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and develop essential knowledge to support safe and compliant operations.
The Safety Management System (SMS) Basic Training Courses in Barcelona provide aviation professionals with a clear and structured introduction to the principles, components, and practical application of SMS within aviation organizations. These programs are designed for operational staff, supervisors, safety representatives, maintenance personnel, and administrative teams who contribute to safety performance and regulatory compliance across airlines, airports, and aviation service providers.
Participants gain an essential understanding of SMS foundations, including safety policy, risk management techniques, safety assurance processes, and methods for promoting a safety-oriented organizational culture. The courses emphasize the proactive identification and assessment of hazards, the development of corrective and preventive actions, and the importance of continuous safety monitoring. Through interactive discussions and real operational examples, attendees learn how SMS supports decision-making, improves communication, and reduces the likelihood of incidents by integrating safety into daily operations.
These SMS training programs in Barcelona balance theoretical knowledge with practical application. Participants explore basic safety reporting systems, operational safety performance indicators, event investigation principles, and the role of leadership and teamwork in supporting safety improvement. The curriculum also highlights how SMS aligns with international aviation standards and complements existing quality and compliance frameworks.
Attending these training courses in Barcelona offers the advantage of learning in a collaborative and internationally oriented aviation environment. The city’s strong presence in global air transport and aviation training provides a valuable context for discussing best practices and shared experiences. Upon completion, participants will be equipped with the knowledge and confidence needed to support SMS implementation efforts, contribute to safety initiatives, and reinforce a culture of reporting, learning, and continuous improvement—ensuring safer and more reliable operations across aviation organizations.