Course Info

Code IND18-107

Duration 5 Days

Format Classroom

Becoming a Cabin Safety Inspector

Course Summary

 

Within the industry of aviation, there is a heavy focus on maintaining the highest standards of health and safety. There are a variety of laws and regulations that are dedicated to ensuring the safety of all aircrafts during each stage of their service. To ensure all aircrafts are compliant with these regulations, cabin safety inspections are regularly conducted.


 

 

Cabin safety inspections are a vital step in the flying process, as it ensures the entire aircraft is fit for purpose and can safely provide its service. These inspections are carried out by cabin safety inspectors, alongside auditors and risk analysts. To be efficient at inspections, an individual must be capable of paying high attention to detail, be attentive and knowledgeable on the legal standards. 


 

 

Cabin safety inspectors must also be competent on the entire process of risk auditing. This process contains several stages that all contribute to the audit success. Inspectors should be well versed on each stage and their expectations and be confident in writing and providing reports based upon the audit findings. These reports should contain an analysis on the gathered information and recommendations for the most effective corrective actions.


 


 

During this course, you’ll learn:


 

To understand the importance of cabin safety inspectors within aviation.
To acknowledge the consequences of poorly conducting cabin safety inspections.
To review the relevant laws and regulations surrounding cabin safety.
To explore the roles and responsibilities of various HSE positions within an aviation industry.
To assess the various types of cabin inspections, their advantages, and disadvantages.
To assess the concepts, principles, and industry standards of cabin safety inspections.
To evaluate the stages of conducting an inspection and process auditing.
To effectively conduct each stage of the audit process – planning, fieldwork, analysis, and corrective action.

 

This course is designed for anyone within the aviation industry that is responsible for health and safety, particular within the aircraft. It would be most beneficial for:


 

HSE Officers
Risk Managers
Risk Analysts
Auditors
Inspecting Officers
Compliance Managers
SAFA Inspectors

 

This course uses a variety of adult learning styles to aid full understanding and comprehension. Participants will review real-world examples of cabin safety audits to highlight key cabin information, inspection methods used and identify any areas of non-compliance.


 

 

Participants will be granted ample opportunities to fully develop their knowledge and skills relating to the course content through a variety of different methods, including presentations, group discussions, demonstrations, and individual activities. Through their practical activities, the participants will also be able to receive constructive feedback from the instructors and their peers to aid in future development.


 


Course Content & Outline

 

Section 1

 

Fundamentals of Cabin Safety Inspections
Explaining why cabin safety inspections are necessary within aviation.
Describing what features are being inspected and the ideal outcome.
Recognising the consequences of conducting inadequate safety inspections and the potential detriment on the organisation.
Assessing the roles and responsibilities of various health and safety positions – HSE officer, cabin safety inspector, and risk analyst.


 

 

Section 2

 

Laws, Regulations and Standards
Identifying regional legislation and regulations that influence the cabin safety inspection process.
Standards of practise detailed in the UK CAA and European Cabin Safety Legislation and how this relates to cabin crew training and procedures.
Merging legal requirements with organisational standards.


 

 

Section 3

 

The Audit Process
The various stages of the audit process and their purpose – planning, fieldwork, post-audit analysis and corrective action.
Creating plans detailing the purpose of the audit, employee interviews and drafting an extensive checklist of features to investigate.
Conducting the audit utilising a range of methods, ensuring complete thoroughness and attention to detail.
Building a report containing the analysed data from the audit and offering recommendations for corrective actions.


 

 

Section 4

 

Identifying Non-compliance
Documenting all instances of non-compliance appropriately.
Constructing the necessary reports and providing access to the correct individuals. 
Exploring methods to improve features and make them regulation compliant.
Accommodating for temporary non-compliance through extensive preventative and corrective actions.


 

 

Section 5 

 

Pre-flight Assessments
The importance of detailed health and safety procedures throughout the flying process, beginning at boarding.
Offering pre-flight briefings to guarantee full understanding of the expectations of the flight.
Conducting a sequence of cabin announcements regarding aircraft health and safety for customers – showcasing emergency exits, lifejacket and oxygen mask locations and application.


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