Aviation Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training – Mandatory Course

Bostonair’s online Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training is a mandatory requirement for personnel working in or with EASA and UK CAA-approved aviation organisations. This course provides a complete overview of the purpose, structure, and operation of a compliant SMS, in line with international aviation safety standards.

SMS training is essential to foster a strong safety culture, enable effective risk management, and meet regulatory expectations set by authorities including EASA, the UK CAA, and ICAO Annex 19.

Delivered fully online, this course is ideal for professionals balancing operational responsibilities with compliance requirements. With 24/7 access, you can study on your schedule while building the knowledge required to support and maintain an effective safety management framework.

Find out more about training with Bostonair below, and enrol on our aviation SMS course today

Who Needs Mandatory Safety Management Systems (SMS) Training?

SMS training is mandatory for individuals involved in the management, oversight, and execution of safety-critical functions within aviation maintenance, operations, or compliance roles. This course is designed for:

  • Maintenance managers and supervisors in EASA/CAA Part 145 organisations
  • Quality assurance and compliance monitoring staff
  • CAMO personnel responsible for airworthiness and safety oversight
  • Safety Managers and SMS coordinators
  • Training managers responsible for safety culture promotion
  • Auditors and safety investigators
  • Pilots, Flight operations and ground operations leadership teams

Anyone responsible for implementing, supporting, or monitoring a Safety Management System is required to complete formal training as part of their competency framework.

What’s Included in Our Mandatory SMS Training Course?

This comprehensive course gives participants the foundational and practical knowledge needed to understand and contribute to an effective SMS. The curriculum is aligned with EASA, UK CAA, and ICAO standards, and includes:

  • Overview of modern Management Systems
  • The purpose and structure of an SMS
  • Key SMS components: Policy, Risk Management, Assurance, and Promotion
  • Roles and responsibilities for SMS implementation
  • Conducting risk assessments and hazard identification
  • Occurrence investigation and safety reporting
  • Safety performance monitoring and continuous improvement
  • Communication, training, and safety promotion strategies

By the end of the course, learners will be able to apply SMS principles in their daily role, support organisational safety goals, and meet regulatory training requirements.