Safety management systems (SMS) are a formal risk management framework to improve safety.
Under SMS, organisations have systems for hazard identification and risk management, safety targets and reporting processes, procedures for audit, investigations, remedial actions, and safety education.
Implementing a SMS will provide an organisation with a simple and organised approach to preventing accidents or incidents, and is considered smart business management. A successfully implemented SMS will drive better safety performance. In turn, this will lead to a more profitable business.
Watch videos showing examples of SMS in action from the aviation community.
The CAA has developed a new SMS Maturity Assessment Tool as guidance for organisations looking to improve their SMS. It’s a practical, self-assessment resource to help your organisation understand what good safety performance looks like.
Useful resources about safety management systems, including the SMS resource kit, related Vector articles, SMS courses and external links.
Frequently asked questions about safety management systems.
Events designed to connect Safety Managers across country in an informal setting. They’re aimed at providing mutual support in what can often be an isolated role and allow you to share experiences and insights about SMS.
