PHOENIX , July 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- AirCARE1 received FAA recognition of an accepted Safety Management System (SMS) Program earlier this year establishing their formal alignment with international safety standards. While the United States does not yet have a mandated SMS for Part 135 Operators, the FAA recognizes those organizations who have voluntarily made the effort to implement an accepted program. An FAA-accepted Safety Management System is also recognized by the International Civil Aviation Organization.
AirCARE1 is among roughly 5% of Part 135 Operators who currently have an FAA-accepted SMS program. AirCARE1 Safety Standards AirCARE1's existence originated from the need for higher safety standards in the Air Ambulance industry. Therefore, AirCARE1 has made safety risk management a cornerstone of the company's values and is foundational to their everyday culture.
To demonstrate their commitment to safety risk management, AirCARE1 chose to implement a voluntary Safety Management System program (SMSVP) that could be recognized by a state authority. AirCARE1 is committed to providing superior care and believes that the key factor in doing so is to create a safe environment for patients, their family members, and employees. What Is a Safety Management System? A Safety Management System (SMS) is a formal, systematic and proactive approach to managing safety risk.
It's a structured process implemented across an organization that includes four main components including po.