ASA Practical Safety Management Systems (eBook)

Practical Safety Management Systems (eBook) is a digital aviation safety-management reference from ASA, written by Paul R. Snyder and Gary M. Ullrich. This Second Edition presents Safety Management System (SMS) principles in a practical format for organisations and training environments developing or improving their safety programmes.

The book addresses the application of SMS concepts across aviation activities, including flight operations, maintenance, air traffic services, airports, and unmanned aircraft systems. It is intended to support structured study and practical discussion of safety risk management, safety culture, and continuous improvement.

• Digital eBook edition
• Manufacturer part number: ASA-SMS-2-EB
• ISBN: 978-1-61954-885-5
• Second Edition
• Authors: Paul R. Snyder and Gary M. Ullrich
• Topics include SMS components, development processes, costs, safety culture, human factors, audits, and evaluations
• Includes chapter review questions, case studies, references, and supplementary reader resources

A useful reference for aviation operators, maintenance organisations, safety personnel, instructors, and students seeking a practical introduction to establishing and maintaining an SMS.