Bombardier honoured for its SMS, outstanding health and safety protocols

Bombardier has been honoured with a pair of significant awards for its outstanding operational safety protocols and procedures.

In early May, Bombardier was recognized by Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) for its implementation of a comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) for all its aircraft design and manufacturing functions, covering the entire life cycle of its products.

Bombardier has worked hard over the years in drafting and implementing a comprehensive SMS. In the 2000s, following the introduction of global SMS standards by the International Civil Aviation Organization – which Bombardier’s Safety Office helped to draft together with other OEMs such as Boeing and Airbus –  Bombardier made the decision to implement its SMS program for all its operations. This applies to its entire product lifecycle, including all aspects of design, manufacturing, flight operations and aircraft maintenance.

Although not required by national regulatory bodies such as the TCCA, the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), Bombardier implemented its SMS voluntarily at all its sites worldwide, reflecting its commitment to upholding the highest safety standards possible.

Later in the month, Bombardier Austria GmbH, Main Site in Linz was recognized by Austrian-based TÜV Austria GmbH for its ISO 45001 management certificate – the highest standard a company can receive for health and safety. The ISO 45001 management certificate is the world's international standard for occupational health and safety, issued to protect employees from work-related accidents and diseases. This certification was developed to mitigate any factors that may cause employees and businesses irreparable harm,a nd marks the first time Bombardier’s MRT team in Europe has achieved the designation. Valid until April 18, 2024, this designation applies to the company’s overall maintenance of its operations and components and reflects its capacity to manage all its operational health and safety risks to improve its overall performance.