Safety Links . . . .
This page links the reader to relevant Safety & Environmental specifications and documents that can be viewed online. Others have been uploaded within the Library page. Please note that this list is assembled from publically accessable online websites and other similar resources, and documents included may not necessarily be at the current issue status. If you wish to use them please check the issue and status first.
There are also links to some Safety Engineering consultancies and companies that I have had contact with in the past, plus some Safety Organisations that may be found useful. Note that the inclusion of any link does not necessarily promote any endorsement of the website owner.
AN/474 Doc 9859 - International Civil Aviation Organization - Safety Management Manual (SMM)
This manual is intended to provide States with guidance on the development and implementation of a State safety programme (SSP), in accordance with the International Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) contained in Annex 1 — Personnel Licensing, Annex 6 — Operation of Aircraft, Annex 8 — Airworthiness of Aircraft, Annex 11 — Air Traffic Services, Annex 13 — Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Annex 14 — Aerodromes, Volume I — Aerodrome Design and Operations. It should be noted that SSP provisions will be incorporated into Annex 19 — Safety Management, which was still under development at the time this third edition was published. This manual also provides guidance material for the establishment of safety management system (SMS) requirements by States as well as for SMS development and implementation by affected product and service providers.
This manual is intended to provide States with guidance on the development and implementation of a State safety programme (SSP), in accordance with the International Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) contained in Annex 1 — Personnel Licensing, Annex 6 — Operation of Aircraft, Annex 8 — Airworthiness of Aircraft, Annex 11 — Air Traffic Services, Annex 13 — Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Annex 14 — Aerodromes, Volume I — Aerodrome Design and Operations. It should be noted that SSP provisions will be incorporated into Annex 19 — Safety Management, which was still under development at the time this third edition was published. This manual also provides guidance material for the establishment of safety management system (SMS) requirements by States as well as for SMS development and implementation by affected product and service providers.
ANEP-77
The INSA Naval Ship Code is the formal document published by NATO as ANEP77 which includes the Code and supporting Guide. The Naval Ship Code is a goal based standard that determines a minimum level of safety for Naval Vessels
The INSA Naval Ship Code is the formal document published by NATO as ANEP77 which includes the Code and supporting Guide. The Naval Ship Code is a goal based standard that determines a minimum level of safety for Naval Vessels
ASEMS - Aquisition Safety & Environmental Management System for the UK MoD
Acquisition projects within the British Ministry of Defence (MOD) are managed by its procurement arm, Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). All DE&S projects are mandated to use the Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS) to manage safety risk. ASEMS is formed of three parts: Part 1 – Policy Part 2 – Instructions and Guidance Part 3 – Assurance and Audit. Acquisition safety and environmental protection policy is published by DE&S in ASEMS Part 1. This stipulates that all projects shall meet the objectives set out in the Project Oriented Safety Management System (POSMS) and the Project Oriented Environmental Management System (POEMS), which collectively form ASEMS Part 2. Both the POSMS and POEMS contain a series of procedures designed to help projects manage safety risks and environmental impacts and to apply the appropriate mitigation measures. They should also be used by contractors, suppliers, and advisors where appropriate.
Acquisition projects within the British Ministry of Defence (MOD) are managed by its procurement arm, Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S). All DE&S projects are mandated to use the Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS) to manage safety risk. ASEMS is formed of three parts: Part 1 – Policy Part 2 – Instructions and Guidance Part 3 – Assurance and Audit. Acquisition safety and environmental protection policy is published by DE&S in ASEMS Part 1. This stipulates that all projects shall meet the objectives set out in the Project Oriented Safety Management System (POSMS) and the Project Oriented Environmental Management System (POEMS), which collectively form ASEMS Part 2. Both the POSMS and POEMS contain a series of procedures designed to help projects manage safety risks and environmental impacts and to apply the appropriate mitigation measures. They should also be used by contractors, suppliers, and advisors where appropriate.
ATEX - The ATEX 94/9/EC EU Directive on Explosive Atmospheres
The ATEX directive consists of two EU directives describing what equipment and work environment is allowed in an environment with an explosive atmosphere. The ATEX 95 equipment directive 94/9/EC covers the manufacture of equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The ATEX 137 workplace directive 99/92/EC covers minimum requirements for improving the safety and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.
The ATEX directive consists of two EU directives describing what equipment and work environment is allowed in an environment with an explosive atmosphere. The ATEX 95 equipment directive 94/9/EC covers the manufacture of equipment and protective systems intended for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. The ATEX 137 workplace directive 99/92/EC covers minimum requirements for improving the safety and health protection of workers potentially at risk from explosive atmospheres.
Defence Land Safety and Environmental Regulations - DLSR v1.1 Sep24
These Defence regulations combine the DLSR HS&EP regulatory framework for the UK MOD Adventurous Training, Fuel and Gas, Land Systems and Movement and Transport related activities. Collectively they are referred to as ‘The DLSR regulations’.
These Defence regulations combine the DLSR HS&EP regulatory framework for the UK MOD Adventurous Training, Fuel and Gas, Land Systems and Movement and Transport related activities. Collectively they are referred to as ‘The DLSR regulations’.
DEFSTAN 970 Amendments
The link relates to changes against Def Stan 970 - MAA Certification.
The link relates to changes against Def Stan 970 - MAA Certification.
DSA01.1 - Defence Policy for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection
DSA01.1 replaces JSP 815. Accordingly, JSP 815 should no longer be used. DSA01.1 is the amplification of the Secretary of State’s Policy Statement for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection (HS&EP). Its purpose is to articulate the Secretary of State’s requirements.
DSA01.1 replaces JSP 815. Accordingly, JSP 815 should no longer be used. DSA01.1 is the amplification of the Secretary of State’s Policy Statement for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection (HS&EP). Its purpose is to articulate the Secretary of State’s requirements.
DSA01.2 HS&EP in Defence
DSA01.2 details the implementation of the policy for health, safety and environmental protection (HS&EP).
DSA01.2 details the implementation of the policy for health, safety and environmental protection (HS&EP).
DSA02 DMR - Defence Maritime Regulations for Health, Safety and Environmental Protection- Shipping Regulations & JSP 430 Pts 3 & 4 - Ship Safety Management
This publication specifies the defence maritime regulations for health, safety and environmental protection for UK Ministry of Defence maritime activity. These Ministry of Defence (MOD) maritime regulations are issued by the Defence Maritime Regulator and form the basis of MOD’s regulatory framework for MOD Maritime activities.
This publication specifies the defence maritime regulations for health, safety and environmental protection for UK Ministry of Defence maritime activity. These Ministry of Defence (MOD) maritime regulations are issued by the Defence Maritime Regulator and form the basis of MOD’s regulatory framework for MOD Maritime activities.
DSA02-DMR: Defence Maritime Regulations
2025 Edition The purpose of this document is to set out safety and environmental protection regulations that apply across all aspects of maritime in Defence.
2025 Edition The purpose of this document is to set out safety and environmental protection regulations that apply across all aspects of maritime in Defence.
DSA03 OME: Pt 1 - OME Acquisition
DSA 03 OME part 1 provides guidance to ensure that the risks associated with Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) are as low as reasonably practicable when in use, stored, moved, and disposed.
DSA 03 OME part 1 provides guidance to ensure that the risks associated with Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) are as low as reasonably practicable when in use, stored, moved, and disposed.
DSA03 OME: Pt 2 - In-Service and Operational Safety Management of OME
DSA03.OME part 2 provides for the safe storage and processing of Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME).
DSA03.OME part 2 provides for the safe storage and processing of Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME).
DSA03.OME: Preliminary Pages
DSA 03.OME Preliminary Pages - Defence Code of Practice (DCOP) and Guidance Notes
DSA 03.OME Preliminary Pages - Defence Code of Practice (DCOP) and Guidance Notes
DSEAR 02
DSEAR (The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 2002) is the United Kingdom's implementation of the European Union-wide ATEX directive. The intention of the Regulation is to reduce the risk of a fatality or serious injury resulting from a "dangerous substance" igniting and potentially exploding.
DSEAR (The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations of 2002) is the United Kingdom's implementation of the European Union-wide ATEX directive. The intention of the Regulation is to reduce the risk of a fatality or serious injury resulting from a "dangerous substance" igniting and potentially exploding.
EASA Airworthiness Directives
List of Safety Information from EASA in the form of Airworthiness Directives on a variety of aviation aspects.
List of Safety Information from EASA in the form of Airworthiness Directives on a variety of aviation aspects.
GSN Community Standard v3
This Standard has two intended functions. Firstly, it seeks to provide a comprehensive, authoritative definition of the Goal Structuring Notation (GSN). Secondly, it aims to provide clear guidance on current best practice in the use of the notation for those concerned with the development and evaluation of engineering arguments – argument owners, readers, authors and approvers. The Standard was developed by means of a consensus process involving GSN users from both academia and industry, between 2007 and 2011.
This Standard has two intended functions. Firstly, it seeks to provide a comprehensive, authoritative definition of the Goal Structuring Notation (GSN). Secondly, it aims to provide clear guidance on current best practice in the use of the notation for those concerned with the development and evaluation of engineering arguments – argument owners, readers, authors and approvers. The Standard was developed by means of a consensus process involving GSN users from both academia and industry, between 2007 and 2011.
HSL/2005/58 - Review of Hazard Identification Techniques
A HSE study report which provides a useful overview of the majority of the hazard identification techniques that will be found in COMAH reports and other high hazard industries. It has also given an indication of the applicability of each technique for SME’s, offshore and nuclear facilities.
A HSE study report which provides a useful overview of the majority of the hazard identification techniques that will be found in COMAH reports and other high hazard industries. It has also given an indication of the applicability of each technique for SME’s, offshore and nuclear facilities.
JSP 317 - Safety & Handling of Fuels & Lubricants
Joint Service Safety Regulations for the Storage & Handling of Fuels & Lubricants
Joint Service Safety Regulations for the Storage & Handling of Fuels & Lubricants
JSP 375 - MoD Health & Safety Handbook
JSP 375 provides the MoD's approach to health and safety management and is aimed primarily at providing all staff with guidance on their health and safety responsibilities. It includes some simple guidance on production of action plans and details the Ministry of Defence’s health and safety training strategy. JSP 375 is owned and produced by Defence Safety and Environment Authority (DSEA).
JSP 375 provides the MoD's approach to health and safety management and is aimed primarily at providing all staff with guidance on their health and safety responsibilities. It includes some simple guidance on production of action plans and details the Ministry of Defence’s health and safety training strategy. JSP 375 is owned and produced by Defence Safety and Environment Authority (DSEA).
JSP 375 Pt.2 Vol 1 (V1.1 Dec 14) - Manual Handling
This chapter from JSP 375 provides guidance on the risk assessment process and the responsibilities for implementing control measures in compliance with the Manual Handling Operation Regulations (MHOR) and to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling to a level that is as low as is reasonably practicable.
This chapter from JSP 375 provides guidance on the risk assessment process and the responsibilities for implementing control measures in compliance with the Manual Handling Operation Regulations (MHOR) and to reduce the risk of injury from manual handling to a level that is as low as is reasonably practicable.
JSP 418 - Management of Environmental Protection in Defence
Departmental publication for the management of environmental protection in defence. The ‘directive’ provides the direction that must be followed in accordance with statute, or policy mandated by defence or on defence by central government. The ‘guidance’ which provides the guidance and best practice that will assist the user to comply with the directive(s) detailed in ‘Part 1’.
Departmental publication for the management of environmental protection in defence. The ‘directive’ provides the direction that must be followed in accordance with statute, or policy mandated by defence or on defence by central government. The ‘guidance’ which provides the guidance and best practice that will assist the user to comply with the directive(s) detailed in ‘Part 1’.
JSP 454 Pt1 - Directive & Pt2 - Guidance
FOR INFO ONLY; REPLACED IN 2017 by: DSA02.DLSR.LSSR Part 1 contains the regulatory framework (15 defence regulations) through which the Land Systems Safety Regulator (DLSR) regulates land systems use throughout defence. Compliance with these regulations is mandatory for all personnel with responsibility for managing the safety and environmental aspects associated with the acquisition, support, training, use and disposal of land systems. Part 2 contains the Defence Codes of Practice (DCoPs) and guidance which assist with adherence to the regulations. DCoPs describe good practice and if followed would be considered sufficient to demonstrate compliance with a regulation. However, alternative approaches may be utilised where this produces outcomes as good as those required by the regulation. Guidance provides additional material in support of regulations and DCoPs.
FOR INFO ONLY; REPLACED IN 2017 by: DSA02.DLSR.LSSR Part 1 contains the regulatory framework (15 defence regulations) through which the Land Systems Safety Regulator (DLSR) regulates land systems use throughout defence. Compliance with these regulations is mandatory for all personnel with responsibility for managing the safety and environmental aspects associated with the acquisition, support, training, use and disposal of land systems. Part 2 contains the Defence Codes of Practice (DCoPs) and guidance which assist with adherence to the regulations. DCoPs describe good practice and if followed would be considered sufficient to demonstrate compliance with a regulation. However, alternative approaches may be utilised where this produces outcomes as good as those required by the regulation. Guidance provides additional material in support of regulations and DCoPs.
JSP 482 - MoD Explosives Regulations
This publication was withdrawn on 18Jun2020, replaced by DSA03 OME part 2: In-Service and Operational Safety Management of OME guidance page. Ministry of Defence explosives regulations for the safe storage and processing of ordnance, munitions and explosives (OME).
This publication was withdrawn on 18Jun2020, replaced by DSA03 OME part 2: In-Service and Operational Safety Management of OME guidance page. Ministry of Defence explosives regulations for the safe storage and processing of ordnance, munitions and explosives (OME).
JSP 520 - Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives Safety and Environmental Management
JSP520 specifies the DOESB’s policy for inherent OME safety and its environmental impact across the Acquisition Cycle within the OME Safety and Environmental Management thus providing a common thread throughout the family of documents.
JSP520 specifies the DOESB’s policy for inherent OME safety and its environmental impact across the Acquisition Cycle within the OME Safety and Environmental Management thus providing a common thread throughout the family of documents.
JSP 815 Defence Safety Management System (SMS) Framework
JSP 815: Defence SMS Framework provides the elements, expectations and performance statements that must be achieved to move Defence to a highly resilient and proactive organisation.
JSP 815: Defence SMS Framework provides the elements, expectations and performance statements that must be achieved to move Defence to a highly resilient and proactive organisation.
JSP 815: Defence Safety Management System (SMS) Direction and Guidance
JSP 815: Defence (SMS) Direction and Guidance provides the direction and guidance to be used by all Defence organisations to assist them with the successful implementation of the requirements set out in the corresponding 12 elements.
JSP 815: Defence (SMS) Direction and Guidance provides the direction and guidance to be used by all Defence organisations to assist them with the successful implementation of the requirements set out in the corresponding 12 elements.
JSP 816 : Defence Environmental Management System
JSP 816 sets out the mandatory requirements for the Defence Environmental Management System (EMS) within MOD.
JSP 816 sets out the mandatory requirements for the Defence Environmental Management System (EMS) within MOD.
JSP 912 - Human Factors Integration for Defence Systems
JSP 912 directs MOD staff to include Human Factors Integration (HFI) in all defence acquisition projects, and informs them about what this involves.
JSP 912 directs MOD staff to include Human Factors Integration (HFI) in all defence acquisition projects, and informs them about what this involves.
MAA - Ailitary Aviation Authority Manuals
Military Aviation Authority manuals are a supplement to the regulatory articles (RAs).
Military Aviation Authority manuals are a supplement to the regulatory articles (RAs).
MAA - Manual of Air Safety, Iss5
Details the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) Air Safety Management System (ASMS) requirements, against which the MAA will seek assurance. The Military Aviation Authority (MAA) is the single independent regulatory body for all Defence aviation activity. As the ‘Regulator’, Director MAA (D MAA) is accountable to SofS, through the Defence Safety Authority (DSA) for providing a regulatory framework, given effect by a certification, approvals and inspection process for the acquisition, operation and airworthiness of air systems within the Defence aviation environment. Through Director General (DG) DSA, D MAA is responsible for providing assurance to SofS that the appropriate standards of military Air Safety are maintained. DG DSA is the Convening Authority for Service Inquiries into aircraft occurrences.
Details the Military Aviation Authority (MAA) Air Safety Management System (ASMS) requirements, against which the MAA will seek assurance. The Military Aviation Authority (MAA) is the single independent regulatory body for all Defence aviation activity. As the ‘Regulator’, Director MAA (D MAA) is accountable to SofS, through the Defence Safety Authority (DSA) for providing a regulatory framework, given effect by a certification, approvals and inspection process for the acquisition, operation and airworthiness of air systems within the Defence aviation environment. Through Director General (DG) DSA, D MAA is responsible for providing assurance to SofS that the appropriate standards of military Air Safety are maintained. DG DSA is the Convening Authority for Service Inquiries into aircraft occurrences.
MAA - MAP-01 Iss 6
Manual of Maintenance and Airworthiness Processes
Manual of Maintenance and Airworthiness Processes
Manual handling. Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 (as amended) - Guidelines
Revised guidance aligned to the Regulations - as cited within - reflecting that musculoskeletal disorders account for almost half of all work-related ill-health and manual handling injuries represent over a third of accidents reported annually. Accordingly, this update, embracing continuing best practice and legislative amendments (notably European directives), documents risks from activities like lifting, loading, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving materials and the duties requiring employers to comply with the Regulations. Applicable in all such work places, whether loads are inanimate, eg trolleys or boxes, or animate such as persons or animals. Illustrated with colour diagrams showing potential circumstantial and posture hazards. Styled presentation (eg bold, italics and colour-coding) enables easy distinction between texts pertaining to the Regulations and accompanying guidance.
Revised guidance aligned to the Regulations - as cited within - reflecting that musculoskeletal disorders account for almost half of all work-related ill-health and manual handling injuries represent over a third of accidents reported annually. Accordingly, this update, embracing continuing best practice and legislative amendments (notably European directives), documents risks from activities like lifting, loading, pushing, pulling, carrying or moving materials and the duties requiring employers to comply with the Regulations. Applicable in all such work places, whether loads are inanimate, eg trolleys or boxes, or animate such as persons or animals. Illustrated with colour diagrams showing potential circumstantial and posture hazards. Styled presentation (eg bold, italics and colour-coding) enables easy distinction between texts pertaining to the Regulations and accompanying guidance.
MIL-STD-882E
US DOD - STANDARD FOR SYSTEM SAFETY
US DOD - STANDARD FOR SYSTEM SAFETY
MoD Safety - The White Booklet
The 'White Booklet,' is an entry-level reference for system safety management. Its purpose is an introduction to System Safety management concepts, terms and activities. It is intended to allow MOD and contractor personnel to quickly understand how safety issues affect them.
The 'White Booklet,' is an entry-level reference for system safety management. Its purpose is an introduction to System Safety management concepts, terms and activities. It is intended to allow MOD and contractor personnel to quickly understand how safety issues affect them.
Naval Ship Assurance Support Service - NSASS
NSASS is an alliance of the UK MoD, BMT and Lloyd’s Register EMEA. NSASS was conceived to support the UK MoD in the development, and application of the Naval Ship Assurance Framework and provision of the Naval Authority Knowledge Management Office. The Naval Ship Assurance Framework defines a framework for naval ship specifications, standards and assurance. Its core components are a General Naval Specification linked to a Naval Ship Code, Naval Classification and Key Naval Standards.
NSASS is an alliance of the UK MoD, BMT and Lloyd’s Register EMEA. NSASS was conceived to support the UK MoD in the development, and application of the Naval Ship Assurance Framework and provision of the Naval Authority Knowledge Management Office. The Naval Ship Assurance Framework defines a framework for naval ship specifications, standards and assurance. Its core components are a General Naval Specification linked to a Naval Ship Code, Naval Classification and Key Naval Standards.
POEMS - Manual
This document is to explain the contents and operation of the Environmental Management element of MOD's Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS)
This document is to explain the contents and operation of the Environmental Management element of MOD's Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS)
POSMS - Manual
The POSMS manual explains the contents and operation of the Safety Management element of MOD's Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS). This element is known as the Project-Oriented Safety Management System (POSMS). The other element of ASEMS is the Project-Oriented Environmental Management System (POEMS) which has a separate, although closely related, manual.
The POSMS manual explains the contents and operation of the Safety Management element of MOD's Acquisition Safety and Environmental Management System (ASEMS). This element is known as the Project-Oriented Safety Management System (POSMS). The other element of ASEMS is the Project-Oriented Environmental Management System (POEMS) which has a separate, although closely related, manual.
Regulatory Article (RA) 1220: Project Team Airworthiness and safety
RA covering air systems airworthiness strategy, safety assessment and the need for independent technical evaluation and safety audit. (The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity and against which air safety is assessed. The regulator develops regulations in response to applicable UK law, MOD needs, legal changes and recommendations resulting from both assurance or investigation functions)
RA covering air systems airworthiness strategy, safety assessment and the need for independent technical evaluation and safety audit. (The purpose of Regulatory Articles (RA) is to provide the framework of policy, rules, directives, standards, processes and the associated direction, advice and guidance, which governs military aviation activity and against which air safety is assessed. The regulator develops regulations in response to applicable UK law, MOD needs, legal changes and recommendations resulting from both assurance or investigation functions)
Reliability - ITEA-TECDOC-478
IAEA generic probalistic reliability data.
IAEA generic probalistic reliability data.
Reliability - Military Directives, Handbooks and Standards Related to Reliability
This page provides access to US Department of Defense directives, handbooks and standards related to reliability practices.
This page provides access to US Department of Defense directives, handbooks and standards related to reliability practices.
Reliability Handbook - MIL-HDBK-217F
The MIL-HDBK-217 handbook contains failure rate models for the various part types used in electronic systems, such as ICs, transistors, diodes, resistors, capacitors, relays, switches, connectors, etc. These failure rate models are based on the best field data that could be obtained for a wide variety of parts and systems; this data is then analyzed and massaged, with many simplifying assumptions thrown in, to create usable models. The latest version of MIL-HDBK-217 is MIL-HDBK-217F, Notice 2 (217F-2)
The MIL-HDBK-217 handbook contains failure rate models for the various part types used in electronic systems, such as ICs, transistors, diodes, resistors, capacitors, relays, switches, connectors, etc. These failure rate models are based on the best field data that could be obtained for a wide variety of parts and systems; this data is then analyzed and massaged, with many simplifying assumptions thrown in, to create usable models. The latest version of MIL-HDBK-217 is MIL-HDBK-217F, Notice 2 (217F-2)
Secretary of State for Defence policy statement on Health, Safety and Environmental Protection
The top level Governmental statement by the SoS for Defence on SHE as applied to all Defence activities. From this statement, all MoD &, subsequently, Defence Contractors, apply SHE to their actions.
The top level Governmental statement by the SoS for Defence on SHE as applied to all Defence activities. From this statement, all MoD &, subsequently, Defence Contractors, apply SHE to their actions.
Safety Organisations
Air Accident Investigation Branch - AAIB
The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) is part of the Department for Transport and is responsible for the investigation of civil aircraft accidents and serious incidents within the UK and its overseas territories.
The UK Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) is part of the Department for Transport and is responsible for the investigation of civil aircraft accidents and serious incidents within the UK and its overseas territories.
Aircraft System Safety
Welcome to this website dedicated to the topic of Aircraft System Safety Engineering
Welcome to this website dedicated to the topic of Aircraft System Safety Engineering
Defence Safety & Environment Authority
The DSEA’s mission is to regulate safety and environmental protection for those conducting defence activity in compliance with the Secretary of State’s policy statement on safety, health, environmental protection and sustainable development. It does this by implementing MOD regulatory regimes in all safety domains outside aviation, producing departmental policy for safety and environmental protection and providing high level assurance on whether defence is meeting statutory and internal regulatory requirements.
The DSEA’s mission is to regulate safety and environmental protection for those conducting defence activity in compliance with the Secretary of State’s policy statement on safety, health, environmental protection and sustainable development. It does this by implementing MOD regulatory regimes in all safety domains outside aviation, producing departmental policy for safety and environmental protection and providing high level assurance on whether defence is meeting statutory and internal regulatory requirements.
Defence Safety Authority
DSA provides independent advice to the Secretary of State on Health, Safety and Environmental Protection (HS&EP) policy in defence and evidence based assurance that the policy is being promoted and implemented in the conduct of defence activities. It owns and directs the activities of defence’s independent accident investigation teams.
DSA provides independent advice to the Secretary of State on Health, Safety and Environmental Protection (HS&EP) policy in defence and evidence based assurance that the policy is being promoted and implemented in the conduct of defence activities. It owns and directs the activities of defence’s independent accident investigation teams.
EHEST, the European Helicopter Safety Team
Launched on November 2006, the European Helicopter Safety Team (EHEST) brings together manufacturers, operators, research organisations, regulators, accident investigators and a few military operators from across Europe. EHEST is the helicopter branch of the ESSI, and also the European component of the International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST).
Launched on November 2006, the European Helicopter Safety Team (EHEST) brings together manufacturers, operators, research organisations, regulators, accident investigators and a few military operators from across Europe. EHEST is the helicopter branch of the ESSI, and also the European component of the International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST).
FTA - An Overview of Basic Concepts
This quick subject guide provides an overview of the basic concepts in Fault Tree Analysis (FTA, system analysis) as it applies to system reliability and a directory of some other resources on the subject.
This quick subject guide provides an overview of the basic concepts in Fault Tree Analysis (FTA, system analysis) as it applies to system reliability and a directory of some other resources on the subject.
IIRSM
IIRSM is a professional membership body that provides recognition, information, support and enhancement for health and safety professionals and specialist members related to the health and safety field. The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) was established in 1975 as a professional body for health and safety practitioners. It was created to advance professional standards in accident prevention and occupational health throughout the world. Over the last three decades IIRSM has grown from a collective group of UK health and safety professionals to a thriving International Institute spanning over 70 countries.
IIRSM is a professional membership body that provides recognition, information, support and enhancement for health and safety professionals and specialist members related to the health and safety field. The International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) was established in 1975 as a professional body for health and safety practitioners. It was created to advance professional standards in accident prevention and occupational health throughout the world. Over the last three decades IIRSM has grown from a collective group of UK health and safety professionals to a thriving International Institute spanning over 70 countries.
IMO
IMO – the International Maritime Organization – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships.
IMO – the International Maritime Organization – is the United Nations specialized agency with responsibility for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of marine pollution by ships.
INSA - International Naval Safety Association
The International Naval Safety Association (INSA) was established in April 2008 in order to develop and maintain the Naval Ship Code. INSA participants are working together with the primary function of developing the Naval Ship Code - ANEP77
The International Naval Safety Association (INSA) was established in April 2008 in order to develop and maintain the Naval Ship Code. INSA participants are working together with the primary function of developing the Naval Ship Code - ANEP77
MAA - Military Aviation Authority
The MAA is an independent and autonomous organization responsible for the regulation, surveillance, inspection and assurance of the Defence Air operating and technical domains. It ensures the safe design and use of military air systems.
The MAA is an independent and autonomous organization responsible for the regulation, surveillance, inspection and assurance of the Defence Air operating and technical domains. It ensures the safe design and use of military air systems.
Ministry of Defence (MOD) and the Armed Forces
This website covers health and safety in the MOD and Armed Forces. It explains how the law applies to military activities, and links to guidance on managing the significant risks. It recognises the need to have a balanced approach to the varied risks faced by MOD and the Armed Forces.
This website covers health and safety in the MOD and Armed Forces. It explains how the law applies to military activities, and links to guidance on managing the significant risks. It recognises the need to have a balanced approach to the varied risks faced by MOD and the Armed Forces.
Naval Ship Assurance Support Service - NSASS - Library
A library of all appropriate Naval safety and other documentation.
A library of all appropriate Naval safety and other documentation.
Process Safety Management
Process Safety Management guidance created by CreativeSafetySupply.com
Process Safety Management guidance created by CreativeSafetySupply.com
RAF Flight Safety
The Royal Air Force Flight Safety Information Page
The Royal Air Force Flight Safety Information Page
Safety & Reliability Society - SARS
SaRS is an internationally recognised society whose purpose is to represent engineers and scientists working in the important fields of Safety and Reliability. Our objective is to enhance the professionalism and reputation of all those involved in safety and reliability technology. Our aims are to: •Encourage the development and use of safety and reliability technology •Provide an international forum for the exchange of information on safety and reliability matters •Establish professional and educational standards for safety and reliability engineers •Establish standard techniques and encourage consistency in their application •Encourage organisations and government departments to apply safety and reliability techniques
SaRS is an internationally recognised society whose purpose is to represent engineers and scientists working in the important fields of Safety and Reliability. Our objective is to enhance the professionalism and reputation of all those involved in safety and reliability technology. Our aims are to: •Encourage the development and use of safety and reliability technology •Provide an international forum for the exchange of information on safety and reliability matters •Establish professional and educational standards for safety and reliability engineers •Establish standard techniques and encourage consistency in their application •Encourage organisations and government departments to apply safety and reliability techniques
Safety Critical Systems Club
The Safety-Critical Systems Club (SCSC) exists to raise awareness and facilitate technology transfer in the field of safety-critical systems. In the mid-1980s, the need for knowledge of and guidance on the use of software led to a number of initiatives in the UK by government, military, and professional bodies. One of these was the government-led 'SafeIT' initiative. A related initiative was the formation of the Safety-Critical Systems Club by the Department of Trade and Industry - now the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and what is now the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). They let a three-year contract to the Institution of Electrical Engineers - now the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the British Computer Society (BCS), and the Centre for Software Reliability (CSR) at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, to set-up and run the Club.It formally came into being on 1st May 1991.
The Safety-Critical Systems Club (SCSC) exists to raise awareness and facilitate technology transfer in the field of safety-critical systems. In the mid-1980s, the need for knowledge of and guidance on the use of software led to a number of initiatives in the UK by government, military, and professional bodies. One of these was the government-led 'SafeIT' initiative. A related initiative was the formation of the Safety-Critical Systems Club by the Department of Trade and Industry - now the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) and what is now the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC). They let a three-year contract to the Institution of Electrical Engineers - now the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET), the British Computer Society (BCS), and the Centre for Software Reliability (CSR) at the University of Newcastle upon Tyne, to set-up and run the Club.It formally came into being on 1st May 1991.
Safety Engineer Resource
This is as the name suggests a resource for Safety Engineers with some practical examples. Note that I cannot find any stuff since 2011
This is as the name suggests a resource for Safety Engineers with some practical examples. Note that I cannot find any stuff since 2011
System Safety Engineering
This page is a repository for links, text and concepts useful in the practice of System Safety Engineering.
This page is a repository for links, text and concepts useful in the practice of System Safety Engineering.
System Safety Services
Their mission: "To assist our clients in developing the best possible Safety System to meet their needs" A variety of helpful pages.
Their mission: "To assist our clients in developing the best possible Safety System to meet their needs" A variety of helpful pages.
The GSN Working Group online
This is the website of the Goal Structuring Notation Working Group, organised and maintained by the University of York. The Goal Structuring Notation Working Group consists of experienced practitioners, who have used and continue to use GSN, on major projects. The main objective of this site is to disseminate information and resources about GSN and to serve as point of reference for resources as well as the GSN Standard.
This is the website of the Goal Structuring Notation Working Group, organised and maintained by the University of York. The Goal Structuring Notation Working Group consists of experienced practitioners, who have used and continue to use GSN, on major projects. The main objective of this site is to disseminate information and resources about GSN and to serve as point of reference for resources as well as the GSN Standard.
AAIB Safety Study 1/2016 - Airworthiness of aircraft registered overseas and resident in the UK.
Article 17(2) of Regulation (EU) 996/2010, concerning the investigation and prevention of accidents and incidents in civil aviation, states: ‘A safety investigation authority may also issue safety recommendations on the basis of studies or analysis of a series of investigations or other activities conducted in accordance with Article 4(4).’ Since 2008, the AAIB investigations of several general aviation (GA) fatal accidents involving aircraft registered overseas revealed common airworthiness issues. A safety study was initiated by the AAIB to determine if these issues were associated with aircraft not registered in the UK, but resident and operated within it.
Article 17(2) of Regulation (EU) 996/2010, concerning the investigation and prevention of accidents and incidents in civil aviation, states: ‘A safety investigation authority may also issue safety recommendations on the basis of studies or analysis of a series of investigations or other activities conducted in accordance with Article 4(4).’ Since 2008, the AAIB investigations of several general aviation (GA) fatal accidents involving aircraft registered overseas revealed common airworthiness issues. A safety study was initiated by the AAIB to determine if these issues were associated with aircraft not registered in the UK, but resident and operated within it.
CAP1264: Standards for helicopter landing areas at hospitals
The purpose of the CAP is to promulgate design standards and options for new heliports and refurbishments located at hospitals in the United Kingdom.
The purpose of the CAP is to promulgate design standards and options for new heliports and refurbishments located at hospitals in the United Kingdom.
CCOHS - Pushing & Pulling - Handcarts
The use of hand carts to transport loads instead of carrying them saves workers a lot of effort. It decreases the risk of overexertion injury in jobs that include manual materials handling. However, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering hand carts still involve some of the old hazards (overexertion), while creating new ones. This link to the Canadian H&S site provides general information on the use of handcarts, palletrons, etc.
The use of hand carts to transport loads instead of carrying them saves workers a lot of effort. It decreases the risk of overexertion injury in jobs that include manual materials handling. However, pushing, pulling, and maneuvering hand carts still involve some of the old hazards (overexertion), while creating new ones. This link to the Canadian H&S site provides general information on the use of handcarts, palletrons, etc.
EASA - European Plan for Aviation Safety 2016-2020
Europe plays a leading role as regards aviation safety1. Despite the excellent safety performance of aviation in Europe, recent events remind us of the need to always remain vigilant and constantly search for weaknesses in the system before they manifest in an accident. At the heart of this system is the concept of safety risks management, namely hazards identification, risks assessment and decision-making on the best course of action to mitigate those risks. The European Aviation Safety Agency (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Agency’), Member States (MS) and industry work closely together in this process. At European level, this process is coordinated by the Agency and documented in the European Plan for Aviation Safety (EPAS).
Europe plays a leading role as regards aviation safety1. Despite the excellent safety performance of aviation in Europe, recent events remind us of the need to always remain vigilant and constantly search for weaknesses in the system before they manifest in an accident. At the heart of this system is the concept of safety risks management, namely hazards identification, risks assessment and decision-making on the best course of action to mitigate those risks. The European Aviation Safety Agency (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Agency’), Member States (MS) and industry work closely together in this process. At European level, this process is coordinated by the Agency and documented in the European Plan for Aviation Safety (EPAS).
Human Factors Integration (HFI)
The Means of Considering the Human Component of Capability within Defence Acquisition
The Means of Considering the Human Component of Capability within Defence Acquisition
Introduction to System safety Management in the MoD
The basic guide to safety engineering within the UK MoD
The basic guide to safety engineering within the UK MoD
ISA's - Saving For The Future
MOD policy requirements for independent safety audit.
MOD policy requirements for independent safety audit.
Portsmouth Dockyard Safety Management System
The Dockyard Port of Portsmouth (DPoP) exists to serve the defence interests of the UK. Safe operation of the Dockyard Port is essential to support the operational programme of the Royal Navy but also for the safety of the many commercial and recreational users of the Dockyard Port waters.
The Dockyard Port of Portsmouth (DPoP) exists to serve the defence interests of the UK. Safe operation of the Dockyard Port is essential to support the operational programme of the Royal Navy but also for the safety of the many commercial and recreational users of the Dockyard Port waters.
Q: How safe are your hand pallet trucks? A: You might be breaking the law!
This short report . . . ◾ explains the legislation ◾ reveals research findings on operator stress levels ◾ gives tips on staying safe and legal ◾ helps choose the right equipment for your location
This short report . . . ◾ explains the legislation ◾ reveals research findings on operator stress levels ◾ gives tips on staying safe and legal ◾ helps choose the right equipment for your location
RA 1029 - Ship-Air Release – Stakeholder Roles and Responsibilities
The development of a Ship-Air Release (SA Release) requires the input of numerous stakeholders within the Regulated Community. It is therefore essential that the specific roles and responsibilities of these stakeholders are clearly defined and understood. The SA Release process requires reciprocal understanding between each of these stakeholders and enduring engagement to ensure the continued safety of embarked aviation activity in Her Majesty’s (HM)/MOD Ships.
The development of a Ship-Air Release (SA Release) requires the input of numerous stakeholders within the Regulated Community. It is therefore essential that the specific roles and responsibilities of these stakeholders are clearly defined and understood. The SA Release process requires reciprocal understanding between each of these stakeholders and enduring engagement to ensure the continued safety of embarked aviation activity in Her Majesty’s (HM)/MOD Ships.
RA 1395 – Authorization to Permit Embarked Aviation in Her Majesty’s/MOD Ships
Operating embarked aviation requires the integration of two complex independent systems, Air System and Ship, which are operated through separate Aviation and Ship Duty Holder (DH) constructs. The safe conduct of this embarked activity requires that the Risk to Life (RtL) associated with operating Air Systems from Ships are understood and that the scope and boundaries of such operations are clearly defined. The Ship-Air Release (SA Release) is the document that authorizes a specified Class of Her Majesty’s (HM)/MOD Ship and Air System Type/Mark to conduct embarked aviation activity. The SA Release is underpinned by safety documentation for the Ship/Air System combination and contains vital safety information and operating limitations.
Operating embarked aviation requires the integration of two complex independent systems, Air System and Ship, which are operated through separate Aviation and Ship Duty Holder (DH) constructs. The safe conduct of this embarked activity requires that the Risk to Life (RtL) associated with operating Air Systems from Ships are understood and that the scope and boundaries of such operations are clearly defined. The Ship-Air Release (SA Release) is the document that authorizes a specified Class of Her Majesty’s (HM)/MOD Ship and Air System Type/Mark to conduct embarked aviation activity. The SA Release is underpinned by safety documentation for the Ship/Air System combination and contains vital safety information and operating limitations.
The System Safety Handbook
A simple guide to System Safety, but one should not expect to have a complete knowledge or understanding of such a complex topic. It is the guide’s duty to only enlighten the reader’s knowledge and make them aware of some very important topics related to system safety. It is impossible to fully encompass the total amount of information needed to become a safety professional just with in a simple system safety guide.
A simple guide to System Safety, but one should not expect to have a complete knowledge or understanding of such a complex topic. It is the guide’s duty to only enlighten the reader’s knowledge and make them aware of some very important topics related to system safety. It is impossible to fully encompass the total amount of information needed to become a safety professional just with in a simple system safety guide.
US Air Force System Safety Handbook
The US Air Force System Safety Handbook was prepared as a resource document for program office SYSTEM SAFETY MANAGERS AND SYSTEM SAFETY ENGINEERS. It is not designed to answer every question on the topic of system safety nor is it a cookbook that guarantees success. The handbook provides considerable insight to the general principles, objectives, and requirements of applying system safety concepts to the Air Force system acquisition and logistical support processes.
The US Air Force System Safety Handbook was prepared as a resource document for program office SYSTEM SAFETY MANAGERS AND SYSTEM SAFETY ENGINEERS. It is not designed to answer every question on the topic of system safety nor is it a cookbook that guarantees success. The handbook provides considerable insight to the general principles, objectives, and requirements of applying system safety concepts to the Air Force system acquisition and logistical support processes.
