SMS resource toolkit
This free kit outlines the structure of a safety management system (SMS) that follows the International Civil Aviation Organization's safety management principles. You can download the kit in its entirety or its individual booklets.
To help you develop an SMS suitable for your needs, the kit contains:
- 9 booklets, including a specific remotely piloted aircraft booklet
- 2 drama videos.
Safety Manager guide
This safety manager guide provides information on the responsibilities, skills and attributes required of the safety manager. The guide is a useful tool for those in safety manager positions, or responsible for hiring the safety manager.
You can:
- download the Safety Manager Guide
- purchase it from our online store.
Score your safety culture checklist
How strong is your safety culture?
The score your safety culture is a checklist designed to help aviation organisations assess their current safety culture and identify areas for improvement. It encourages self-assessment and continuous improvement.
International resources
Below are links and publications that may assist you in developing your SMS.
Useful links
Publications
Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand
- Making SMS a core part of your business
- SMS Risk – Where to begin
- Role of the Safety manager
- SMS for Part 135
- Vector Magazine – SMS articles (A collection of SMS related articles through to March 2020)