A Safety Management System (SMS) typically consists of four key components:
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Policy: This component outlines the organization’s commitment to safety, including safety goals and objectives. It serves as a foundation for the SMS and provides direction for all safety-related activities.
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Risk Management: This involves identifying, assessing, and controlling risks associated with operations. It includes processes for hazard identification, risk assessment, and implementing controls to mitigate risks.
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Assurance: This component ensures that the SMS is functioning effectively and continuously improving. It includes monitoring safety performance, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards.
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Promotion: This component focuses on the communication and training necessary to support a safety culture within the organization. It includes activities designed to engage employees at all levels in safety initiatives.
APA Reference:
The following is an example citation that discusses SMS components:
International Civil Aviation Organization. (2013). Safety management systems (Doc 9859 AN/474). ICAO. https://www.icao.int/safety/doc9859/
(Note: Ensure that you access the latest version or edition of the document and include specific pages if necessary when referencing in a formal setting).
Additional Reference Example:
American National Standards Institute. (2010). ANSI/AIHA Z10-2012, Occupational health and safety management system. American National Standards Institute.
Make sure to customize the citation according to the specifics of your sources and the information directly relevant to the components you are discussing.