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Anne Marie Sollazzo
2 hours ago4 min read
Addressing Mental Health in Aviation Safety Management
The issue of mental health in aviation is not a new topic—pilots, crews, air traffic controllers, and other professionals have long faced...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Dec 31, 20243 min read
Measuring Safety Culture Without Surveys: Can It Be Done?
Recently, I attended the Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (BACE) in Las Vegas, an event teeming with 15,000 attendees. While...
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Mark Myers
Nov 25, 20243 min read
Gaining Insight into the Living DNA of a Safety Management System
As safety managers across diverse aviation organizations implement, operate, and enhance Safety Management Systems (SMS), the challenge...
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Anne Marie Sollazzo
Oct 29, 20243 min read
Preparing for the Unexpected: Why Your Knowledge Must Outlive You
“If I get hit by a bus tomorrow…” It’s a phrase that I use a lot. If you have interacted with me for any length of time, you probably...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Oct 14, 20243 min read
Hazard Identification under 14 CFR 5.57: A Guide for Interfacing Organizations
In aviation, identifying hazards is fundamental to ensuring safety across the entire industry. The Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR),...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Sep 30, 20243 min read
The Intersection of Voluntary Disclosure Reporting and Emotional Intelligence in Aviation
In the fast-paced and high-stakes world of aviation, safety is paramount. To maintain and enhance safety standards, regulatory frameworks...
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Todd Thomas
Sep 3, 20242 min read
There’s No Time Like the Present: Now’s the Time to Start Your Part 135 SMS Implementation
You’ve likely heard the old saying, “There’s no time like the present!” This couldn’t be more relevant as the new Part 135 Safety...
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Donna Shope
Aug 19, 20244 min read
Navigating Remote Work in the Aviation Industry
Aviation's shift to remote work requires balancing safety, digital security, flexibility, and employee well-being for sustained success.
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Mark Myers
Jul 29, 20244 min read
The Effects of a Learning Mindset on Safety Culture
At Baldwin, we annually conduct a myriad of safety culture surveys to measure the success of SMS implementation and its performance for...
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Anne Marie Sollazzo
Jul 5, 20242 min read
The Growing Importance of Soft Skills in Safety Management Professionals
In the realm of occupational safety and health, the role of safety management professionals has traditionally been rooted in technical...
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Anne Marie Sollazzo
Jun 11, 20245 min read
A Journey in Aviation and Leadership
Ten years ago, I rejoined the aviation community as the Dispatch Coordinator for a Part 141 flight school. My first day had me learning...
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Donna Shope
May 28, 20245 min read
Enhancing Focus with an Internal Evaluation Plan
Recently I went in the wrong direction while driving to an appointment. I didn’t realize my mistake until I arrived in the next town,...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
May 9, 20242 min read
The Interplay of Safety Culture and Eudaemonia: A New Perspective on Workplace Well-being
In today's rapidly evolving work environments, ensuring the well-being of employees has become a paramount concern for organizations...
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Mark Myers
Apr 22, 20246 min read
7 Warning Signs Your Safety Culture is Slipping
Every company’s safety culture will change daily. This is due to the dynamic nature of employees interacting with one another on...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Mar 29, 20242 min read
Navigating the Influence of Technology in Safety Management: Insights from the Actor Network Theory
In our ongoing exploration of safety management and organizational excellence, we often dive deep into various theories and concepts that...
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Donna Shope
Jan 29, 20243 min read
Resiliency after an Accident or Incident – "It is not enough to simply 'recover'
While recovery focuses on returning to the pre-incident state, resilience involves the ability to adapt, grow, and thrive in the face of...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Jan 18, 20245 min read
Safety Objectives
January is quickly fading into the rearview mirror and this is the point where those who made New Year resolutions are facing their...
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Todd Thomas
Jan 2, 20243 min read
Four Things You Can Do to Increase Safety Reporting
As a past Director of Safety, nothing frustrated me more than finding out about a safety issue after it had an adverse effect on the...
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Mark Myers
Dec 11, 20236 min read
Is ChatGPT Ready to Analyze my SMS portal’s Safety Reports?
There are many articles and blogs written on how ChatGPT, an AI language model by OpenAI, assists with brainstorming, problem solving,...
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Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Nov 27, 20233 min read
A Safety Manager's Guide to Impactful Leadership
In the world of safety management, “power” might not be the first word that comes to mind. However, we're going to explore an intriguing...
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