The Safety Management System (SMS) Basic in London is a foundational training course that introduces participants to SMS concepts, structure, and implementation in aviation and related industries.
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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 London provide professionals with a foundational understanding of the principles, structure, and practical application of safety management within aviation and other high-reliability industries. Designed for frontline staff, supervisors, safety officers, compliance personnel, and individuals newly engaged in safety roles, these programs introduce the core concepts of systematic safety management and operational risk control.
Participants explore the essential components of a basic SMS framework, including safety policy, risk management processes, safety assurance, and safety promotion. The courses highlight key topics such as hazard identification, risk assessment techniques, incident reporting procedures, safety data collection, and the importance of building a strong safety culture. Through real-world examples and interactive group exercises, attendees develop the foundational skills needed to support proactive safety initiatives and contribute to organizational risk mitigation.
These SMS training programs in London blend theoretical instruction with practical applications to help participants understand how SMS principles are embedded within everyday operations. The curriculum covers event reporting systems, root cause analysis basics, safety performance monitoring, and the role of communication and training in strengthening safety outcomes. Participants also gain exposure to digital safety tools and data-driven approaches that support more efficient reporting, analysis, and decision-making within a structured safety management environment.
Attending these training courses in London offers professionals access to experienced instructors and an international setting enriched by one of the world’s leading aviation and safety hubs. London’s robust industry landscape—spanning airlines, airports, service providers, and regulatory organizations—provides valuable opportunities to explore global best practices and understand emerging trends in safety management. By completing this specialization, participants will be equipped with the essential knowledge to support SMS implementation, enhance operational safety awareness, and build the foundation for more advanced safety management responsibilities.