The Latest SM4 NewsletterThe topic for this issue may seem understated: "Sustainability and Incremental Improvement." But in this issue you will find clear evidence that a vibrant safety program can improve all business functions. And that gets my attention. At Global Aerospace we live in a culture of safety, and we make that culture work for us. We keep safety visible by encouraging dialogue and debate, and we broadcast our commitment by telling our safety story at every opportunity. We'd like you to do the same.Don Chupp of Fireside Partners teaches us to optimize our potential for an appropriate emergency response and he reminds us of the lessons to be learned from recent events. Dr. Dan Boedigheimer of Convergent Performance outlines the three primary reasons for procedural drift using aviation examples - but his lessons go well beyond airplanes, pilots and mechanics. You can find his article, Minding the Gap Dr. Dana Siewert, architect and leader of the Aviation Safety Department at the University of North Dakota, provides us with an inside view of one of the world's largest and most sophisticated general aviation flight training programs. Dr. Siewert's writing contains some solid advice for those who might be evaluating the quality of a flight training program. I always look forward to the "From Where I Sit" article and this one is great. Modern business management emphasizes the importance of measurement. You need simple and clear ways to measure the success of your Safety Program; learn to use these concepts in a broader business model by reading Don Baldwin's article.
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Advanced Forum in Safety Management SystemsDon Chupp, President of Fireside Partners, joins The North Texas Business Aviation Association, Global Aerospace and CAE SimuFlite, to present an Advanced Forum in Safety Management Systems. In a continued partnership to present SM4, this event was held for Risk Managers, Safety Officers/Teams, Aviation Directors, and FBO management. Anyone interested in the process of SM4 integration were also invited to attend.
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Fireside Partners co-authors paper for the 2008 Corporate Aviation Safety SeminarExecutive Jet Management teamed with Fireside Partners to submit a paper to the Flight Safety Foundation for the 2008 Corporate Aviation Safety Seminar in Palm Harbor, FL on May 10-12, 2008. The paper, entitled "Innovation and Change in Corporate Aviation Emergency Response Planning" discusses the effective integration of the corporate Emergency Response Plan (ERP) with the operator's Safety Management System (SMS).The paper, which offers best practices and recommendations for operators, was provided in the materials that each attendee received at the conference. Interested readers may access the paper via the following link:
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Fireside Partners provides educational session at the 2008 Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC)The annual AMTC provides up-to-date information on the latest techniques and innovative approaches to air medical practice from community experts. Top-notch keynoters and expanded educational offerings make this the premier national event for medical transport professionals to network and learn from each other.Don Chupp of Fireside Partners delivered a keynote presentation on the necessities of an Emergency Response Plan for AMT operators. In particular, the session shed light on the NTSB plan for victim and family assistance, and how key elements of that plan provide guidance and best practices for the entire transportation industry. The AMTC was attended by over 1,500 professionals from the health services and air medical transport industry.
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FSP announces two additional course offerings for 2009We are pleased to announce that the "Family Assistance Centers; The Pre-Conference Workshop" and the "Family Assistance Center - Live Exercise" will be offered on October 13 and 14, 2009. These courses are now open for registration. We hope to see you at the training!
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Fireside Partners and Global Aerospace embark on a new safety initiativeGlobal Aerospace, Inc. is pleased to announce the unveiling of a new, dynamic, and innovative aviation safety and support program. In partnership with leading experts in human factors, safety management, emergency response and family assistance, the SM4 program will provide Global Aerospace's United States based General Aviation customers with access to a coordinated series of innovative training seminars, electronic newsletters from nationally recognized safety experts, an interactive website monitored by key safety experts, and an impressive suite of direct on-site services. SM4 is the first initiative that combines all four critical Safety Management components: Planning, Prevention, Response, and Recovery into one integrated program that is designed to assist customers while ensuring regulatory requirements are met. The program, just one in a series of new customer oriented initiatives being released by Global Aerospace, will synergize the world's leading aerospace insurer with its General Aviation customers. This sentiment is resounded by Jeff Bruno, Executive Vice-President of General Aviation, who states, "General Aviation customers want insurance partners who support front-end safety and systems initiatives. We understand the value of having our customers evaluate and pro-actively manage their risk. Therefore, the benefits of a program like SM4 are mutually aligned. The real value of SM4 however lies in its ability to continuously provide real time, real world applications to our customers. We are committed to continuously improving the program and to ensuring that the system will provide something for everyone for years to come. "
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ERP Audit and Compliance AlignmentWe are offering a new service product to meet the needs of our business aviation and corporate flight department clientele. This service is designed exclusively for small operators and corporate flight departments. The ERP Audit and Compliance Alignment is designed to help ensure your ERP meets the audit criteria of IS-BAO, ARG/US and SMS ... and most likely, your insurance company as well. Most importantly, the service is provided by those who have actually responded to aircraft accidents and incidents, and know where the typical trouble spots are first hand. Please see our Products page for more information.
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DHS OIG releases report on TSA role in General Aviation SecurityThe Department of Homeland Security - Office of the Inspector General recently released a report that outlines the TSA's role in General Aviation Security. We recommend reviewing this publication as certain elements may affect operations and the ability to ensure the confidentiality of passenger names. For specifics on TSA's GA security requirements, refer to Appendix B beginning on page 18 of the formal document in the attached file.
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Press Release on Advanced Forum in Emergency PlanningFeb. 3, 2010 - Advanced Forum on Emergency Planning a Great SuccessNinety eight WAA members and guests representing 47 companies came to learn how to prepare for the possibility of an accident, how and when to respond to an event, and how to work with the media at the WAA's Advanced Forum on Emergency Planning. The audience represented a broad spectrum of aviation: from line pilots, to aviation department managers and corporate security, to public relation professionals. The program was presented by WAA in collaboration with Global Aerospace and Fireside Partners. Fireside's Don Chupp, the forum's keynote speaker, captivated the audience for two hours with his morning presentation on the need for organizations to develop a detailed Emergency Response Plan. Chupp went into detail on the do's and don'ts when it comes to drafting and implementing emergency plans. During lunch, NBAA Chairman of the Board Patrick Cunningham updated attendees on the organization's goals and concerns for the future. Lastly, Global Aerospace used this venue to announce a new, innovative program designed to educate operators -- stressing that safety goes beyond prevention and includes planning, response and recovery. The SM4 program is now available to all through electronic newsletters, an informative web site and seminars throughout the country.
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Fireside to present at the Passenger Terminal Expo in BrusselsFireside Partners will join the Head of Communications from the European Aviation Safety Administration (EASA) in a panel discussion on crisis communication in the aviation sector.The Passenger Terminal EXPO 2010 will, over three days, bring together CEOs, senior airport and airline executives, architects, engineers, key decision makers, suppliers and buyers from all over the world to pool information and exchange ideas about the future development of the airport industry. The Passenger Terminal EXPO conference and exhibition is a world-class event that attracts over 3,500 attendees from airports, airlines, aviation authorities and related businesses, with at least 70 countries represented each year. More information is available on page 18 in the attached program.
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