The Safety Management System (SMS) Basic course in Madrid is a foundational training course designed to introduce professionals to the core principles of safety management systems in organizations.
From:
06-04-2026
From:
06-07-2026
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 Madrid offer aviation professionals a solid foundation in the principles, structure, and practical implementation of modern safety management systems. Designed for airline personnel, airport staff, air navigation service providers, maintenance teams, and supervisory roles, these programs equip participants with essential knowledge to support proactive safety practices and organizational safety culture.
Participants explore the fundamental components of SMS, including safety policy, safety risk management, safety assurance, and safety promotion. The courses highlight how SMS provides a systematic framework for identifying hazards, assessing risks, implementing controls, and monitoring safety performance across different aviation environments. Through case studies, interactive discussions, and scenario-based exercises, attendees gain practical insight into how SMS supports operational decision-making and continuous improvement.
These SMS basic training programs in Madrid emphasize the importance of integrating safety responsibilities at all organizational levels. Participants learn how to apply tools for hazard reporting, conduct basic risk assessments, analyze safety data, and support safety communication practices. The curriculum also covers key concepts such as human factors, organizational culture, incident reporting processes, and the role of leadership in fostering a resilient safety environment.
Attending these training courses in Madrid provides participants with access to expert instructors and a dynamic international learning atmosphere. Madrid’s strong aviation network enhances opportunities for professional exchange and real-world insights into safety management practices across airlines, airports, and aviation service providers. By completing this specialization, attendees develop the foundational competencies needed to support SMS implementation, contribute to regulatory compliance, and strengthen the overall safety performance of their organizations—ensuring safer, more reliable aviation operations in a rapidly evolving industry.