UK/EASA Part 145 Refresher Course – Introduction of SMS Requirements
1-day course | Virtual & In-company training
- Based on the new Regulation (EU) 2021/1963
- Explore EASA Part 145 and latest changes including SMS
- Designed for organisations that hold a UK/EASA Part 145 approval
What are the changes to EASA Part 145?
Under Regulation (EU) 2021/1963, there are significant changes for Part 145 organisations such as the introduction of a Management System, Safety Management Systems (SMS) in accordance with ICAO Annex 19, occurrence reporting and the additional paragraphs in Part 145. EASA requires full compliance of SMS in Part 145 organisations by 2nd December 2024.
Course Overview
This course is designed for delegates who have previously attended the full EASA Part 145 course and now need to understand the differences introduced by Regulation (EU) 2021/1963 following the publication of this rule in November 2021 and which apply from December 2022.
For Malaysian based Part 145 organisations, we also run this course in accordance with CAA Malaysia regulations. Find out more.
This course is ideal for individuals working in EASA Part 145 MROs or for the Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisations responsible for the maintenance management of aircraft types, and Orgs that hold an Approval for Maintenance.
Note, it is particularly suitable for the Safety or Compliance management teams of the CAMO with regard to the oversight of contracted organisations, where Hazards and Risks from the contracted organisation should feed into the CAMO SMS.
It is equally suitable for both commercial and non-commercial owners and operators.
Delegates should have previously attended an EASA Part 145 course in order to have the foundation for this one-day course.
This training course will include the following topics:
- Brief introduction to EASA regulations
- Airworthiness and Continuing Airworthiness concepts as introduced by Regulation (EU) 2021/1963
- EASA and UK CAA Part 145 overview
- Compliance of SMS in Part 145 orgs – EASA Information Letter dated 21/June/2022: Implementation of Safety Management System in Part-145 Maintenance Organisations in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2021/1963.
- EASA GUIDE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH PART-145 AS AMENDED BY Regulation (EU) 2021/1963 (Revision June 2022)
- An awareness of how the UK CAA is introducing SMS into UK Part 145 organisations.
By the end of this course, delegates will demonstrate understanding of the following:
- Broad understanding of EASA 145 and the latest updates including the new EU Rules
Delegates should have experience in Continuing Airworthiness or Maintenance Management. Preferably, delegates should have attended a full Part 145 regulation training course prior to attending this course.
Delegates should review the new Regulation (EU) 2021/1963, Part 145 course notes /handouts and preferably bring them for reference and guidance.
Meet your Instructors
Graham Wheeler
Safety Management Systems - Introduction
Safety Management Systems - Small Organisations
Safety Management Systems for Small Organisations - Blended Training Course
Safety Management Systems - Principles and Applications
Safety Management Systems - Principles and Applications (MAvA)
Safety Management (Advanced) - Evaluating Effectiveness
Safety Management Systems Refresher Training
Advanced Safety Management Systems - Evaluating for Effectiveness - Virtual (Asia Region)
Root Cause Analysis
Graham has over 38 years’ experience working in the Aviation industry, in areas of aircraft maintenance, production and quality oversight. He is a qualified aircraft maintenance engineer and lead quality auditor, spending several years overseeing the build of Boeing Aircraft in Seattle. Graham has been working for the UK CAA for the last 18 years as an Airworthiness Surveyor and in several managerial technical roles supporting the regulatory oversight of aviation and the UK CAA as a competent authority. He is now using his experience to help the development and sustainability of aviation safety globally.
Colin Greenwood
Leading on Aviation Safety
Safety Management Systems – Introduction
Safety Management Systems – Principles and Applications
Safety Management (Advanced) – Evaluating Effectiveness
Safety Management Systems – Small Organisations
Just Culture for the Team
Just Culture for Responsible Managers
EASA Part 21 G Production Organisation Approval
EASA Part 145 Maintenance Training Approval
EASA Part M Continuing Airworthiness
Colin is an Airworthiness specialist with nearly 40 years of experience working in aviation, including over 10 years with the UK CAA. Colin has experience in both military and civilian environments including aircraft & component production, continuing airworthiness for Aircraft Operator’s Certificate (AOC) holders and Non-Commercial Complex aircraft (NCC)/Private operations, maintenance of complex & non-complex fixed and rotary wing aircraft, engines and components, maintenance control, safety management, quality assurance (compliance monitoring), Safety Assessment of Foreign Aircraft (SAFA) training, management and consultancy. In addition, Colin has extensive experience as an auditor in Continuing Airworthiness, Maintenance & Production environments, under ICAO, EASA and other national regulatory requirements.
Andrew Varley
Airworthiness
EASA Part 145 Maintenance Training Approval
EASA Part M Continuing Airworthiness
EASA Part CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation approval)
AOC Accountable Manager and Nominated Person
Introduction to International Air Law
Andrew has been working in the aviation industry for 47 years, in the areas of aircraft maintenance, continuing airworthiness and as a safety regulator. Andrew is a qualified aircraft maintenance engineer with 17 years of aircraft maintenance experience, on multiple aircraft types, in various roles.
Andrew has been part of the UK CAA for 30 years. During this time he worked with foreign Civil Aviation Authorities and Governments on improving safety standards and levels of compliance with ICAO standards.
Andrew has vast experience of the implementation and application of UK CAA and EASA requirements and he brings this experience to all the courses that he delivers.
Devan Ramasamy
EASA Part M Continuing Airworthiness (including SEARIF)
EASA Part 145 including DCA Malaysia Notice 6501 (CAA Malaysia Part 145 Maintenance Organisation Approval)
Safety Management Systems – Principles and Applications (MAvA)
Techniques in Auditing Approved Organisations
Maintenance Steering Group (MSG) 3 – An Overview Course
Auditing of NDT Disciplines
Reliability and Maintenance Programme Management
Devan has been with the UK CAA since 1998 and has about 52 years’ experience in the aviation industry, spread across both GA and large aircraft. He has worked with Airlines / MROs based overseas and in the UK. Devan holds an EASA Licence in Cats B2/limited B1 and C. He is a Member of the Royal Aeronautical Society and an Incorporated Engineer with the UK Engineering Council.
Additional Information
Course delivery methods
This course can only be attended virtually online. At present, this course is not delivered in-person at one of our training venues.
- Instructor-Led Virtual Course: Enjoy the flexibility of attending this training remotely from your home or office with our live virtual course. Engage in interactive learning from anywhere in the world. We usually use WebEx or Zoom for our virtual courses.
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In-company delivery
We can also tailor this training course to suit your organisation’s training requirements. These bespoke training packages can be delivered at your organisation’s location – almost anywhere, worldwide. Please Contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
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