Monday
19th October

Maintaining airport safety through COVID-19

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Recognising that the COVID-19 pandemic is a public health emergency, that all actions in respect of COVID-19 should be founded in expert health advice and that the following principles operate subject to the measures agreed and implemented by governments through the National Cabinet process, all workers, regardless of their occupation or how they are engaged, have the right to a healthy and safe
working environment.

Human factors in airport safety

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Identification and management of human factors is critical for the effective and reliable minimisation of risk. By understanding those human factors which influence employees, organisations can implement targeted solutions to improve human reliability, reduce error and mitigate its consequences. Strategies designed to identify and optimise human factors can contribute to the reduction of risk to a
level that is as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).

Wednesday
21st October 

Foreign Object Debris

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Foreign object debris (FOD) at airports has the potential to cause damage to aircraft engines and in turn can have a devastating effect on safety. Estimates indicate FOD costs the aviation industry internationally around USD13 billion per year including direct and indirect costs. Indirect costs accrue from delays, aircraft changes, fuel costs, unscheduled maintenance and in some cases death or injury to workers, pilots and passengers.

Safety Management Systems

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Safety management system (SMS) is a comprehensive management system designed to manage
safety elements in the workplace. It includes policy, objectives, plans, procedures, organisation,
responsibilities and other measures. The SMS is used in industries that manage significant safety risks,
including aviation.

Wellness during COVID

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Workplace wellness is any workplace activity or organisational policy designed to support healthy
behaviour in the workplace and to improve health outcomes. Workplace wellness often comprises
activities such as health education, mental health awareness programs, on-site fitness programs or
facilities. Employees who need extra assistance within the workplace get the help they need to perform
at their best.