Combined SMS with Human Factors, EWIS TG 1 & 2, and Fuel Tank Safety Initial Course

This joint course brings together three essential training components: Safety Management Systems with Human Factors, Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS) for TG 1 & 2, and Fuel Tank Safety Initial Training. It complies with the latest EASA and FAA standards, including EASA AMC 2 145.A.30(e), AMC 20-21, AMC 20-22, and FAA AC 120-97A regulations.

Target Audience:

• Post-holders, managers, and supervisors
• Certifying staff, technicians, and mechanics
• Technical support personnel such as planners, engineers, and technical record staff
• Quality Control/Assurance staff
• Specialised service staff
• Human Factors Trainers
• EWIS Maintenance Staff (TG 1) and Inspectors (TG 2)
• Fuel Tank Safety maintenance personnel
• Store and purchasing department staff
• Ground Equipment operators
• Contract staff in the above categories

Course Overview:

Our Joint Human Factors, EWIS TG 1 & 2, and Fuel Tank Safety Initial Course offers an engaging and informative learning experience that emphasizes recent incidents and real-life examples relevant to aircraft maintenance. Unlike traditional training focused on outdated historical events, this course integrates recent occurrences to make the learning relevant, practical, and enjoyable.

Syllabus for Human Factors Training

General/Introduction to Safety Management and Human Factors

• Need to address safety management and human factors
• Statistics
• Incidents

Safety Risk Management

• Hazard identification
• Safety risk assessment
• Risk mitigation and management
• Effectiveness of safety risk management

Safety Culture/Organisational Factors

• Justness/trust
• Commitment to safety
• Adaptability
• Awareness
• Behaviour
• Information

Human Error

• Error models and theories
• Types of errors in maintenance tasks
• Violations
• Implications of errors
• Avoiding and managing errors
• Human reliability

Human Performance & Limitations

• Vision, hearing, information-processing
• Attention, perception, situational awareness, memory
• Motivation, stress, fatigue, workload, alcohol/drug effects
• Physical limitations, repetitive tasks, complacency

Environment

• Peer pressure, stressors, workload, noise, illumination
• Climate, temperature, vibration, complex systems, distractions

Procedures, Tools, and Practices

• Inspection practices, critical maintenance tasks, error-capturing

Communication & Teamwork

• Effective communication, leadership, and supervision

Professionalism and Integrity

• Currency, avoiding errors, assertiveness, safety reporting

Organisation’s Safety Programme

• Safety policy, reporting schemes, investigation, feedback

Syllabus for EWIS Training (Target Groups 1 & 2)

Module A – General EWIS Practices

• Safe handling of aeroplane electrical systems
• Tooling, troubleshooting procedures, and LRU replacement

Module B – Wiring Practices Documentation

• Overview of standard wiring practices manual
• Navigation through wiring system documentation

Module C – Inspection

• Visual inspection, types of damage, human factors

Module D – Housekeeping

• Contamination sources, cleaning, and protection planning

Module E – Wire

• Identification, inspection standards, maintenance, and repair

Module F – Connective Devices

• Identification, inspection, and repair of connectors

Module G – Connective Device Repair

• Procedures for replacement of typical connectors

Syllabus for Fuel Tank Safety Training

Phase 1 – Awareness

• Basic elements of fuel tank safety, historical background
• Understanding terms related to fuel tank safety

Phase 2 – Fuel Tank Safety Concepts

• Examples of FTS accidents and incidents
• Critical Design Configuration Control Limitations (CDCCL)
• Manufacturer documentation and repair data
• Maintenance instructions for inspection

Key Learning Outcomes

• Understanding FAA SFAR 88 and EASA regulations on fuel tank safety
• Comprehending ALI and CDCCL concepts
• Hazard identification, planning actions, applying Service Bulletins and ADs
• Knowledge of ignition source prevention and flammability reduction
• Awareness of maintenance precautions when nitrogen-based FRS is installed

Course Benefits:

By completing this combined course, participants will gain:

• A comprehensive understanding of human factors, electrical wiring safety, and fuel tank safety.
• Knowledge of how to manage errors, prevent safety risks, and handle aviation maintenance effectively.
• Insights into regulatory requirements under EASA and FAA standards, including SFAR 88 and AMC 20-21/22.
• Practical skills in safety management, enhancing personal and team performance in aviation environments.

Upon completion, participants will be better equipped to maintain compliance, ensure safety, and implement best practices in aviation maintenance and operations.