The Safety Management System (SMS) Basic in Dubai is an introductory training course designed to provide professionals with the foundational knowledge to implement and manage safety management systems.
From:
13-04-2026
From:
10-08-2026
From:
30-11-2026
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 Dubai provide aviation professionals with foundational knowledge and practical skills to implement and maintain effective safety management systems within airlines, airports, and aviation organizations. Designed for safety officers, operational managers, regulatory staff, and airline personnel, these programs focus on building a proactive safety culture, managing risks, and ensuring compliance with international aviation safety standards.
Participants explore the fundamentals of safety management systems, including hazard identification, risk assessment, safety reporting, incident investigation, and continuous improvement processes. The courses emphasize how a structured SMS supports regulatory compliance, operational safety, and organizational accountability. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and practical exercises, attendees learn to identify safety hazards, assess risks, and implement mitigation strategies to prevent accidents and operational disruptions.
These SMS basic training programs in Dubai also highlight the integration of safety management with organizational governance, operational procedures, and regulatory requirements. Participants gain practical skills in developing safety policies, conducting internal audits, monitoring safety performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and awareness across all levels of the organization. The curriculum balances theoretical knowledge with applied practice, ensuring participants can translate SMS principles into actionable processes within their operational environment.
Attending these training courses in Dubai offers professionals a dynamic international learning environment, enriched by expert guidance and peer collaboration. The city’s strategic position as a global aviation hub provides exposure to best practices, regulatory frameworks, and operational challenges across diverse aviation sectors. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped to implement and manage a basic safety management system effectively, enhance organizational safety culture, mitigate risks, and ensure compliance—supporting safe, reliable, and efficient aviation operations in today’s complex and highly regulated environment.