Safety Management System
We undertake the following projects
- SMS Simplification, combining gap analysis against requirements and best practices
- Compilation of a new, tailor-made Safety Management System
- Risk assessment of SMS procedures based on TMSA and DryBMS requirements
Our SMS simplification service is ideal for shipping companies interested in:
- simplifying the existing SMS by making it user friendly
- redesigning the SMS structure
- applying a human centered and modular approach
- reducing the size of the body text
- risk assessing the existing procedures (TMSA element 9)
- human performance influencing factors (TMSA element 14)
- removing passive voice, complexity and vagueness
- using easy to comprehend english grammar/ language
- updating the SMS and ensuring compliance with best practices and requirements
Simplification techniques
We have developed efficient techniques which ensure optimum simplification:
- Modular architecture
- Elimination of passive voice
- User friendly template
- Chronological sequence of actions
- Readme First technique
- Remove vagueness and duplication
- Step-by-step approach
Simplification measuring tools
For measuring the effectiveness, comprehensiveness and satisfaction of the implemented simplification process, we utilize specific tools at predetermined intervals:
- Survey / sample check
- KPIs
- Readability
- Word count
- Words per sentence
- Use of passive voice
Visualization & infographics
We design infographics with the aim the applied visualization to:
- Empower the user
- Ensure consistency
- Secure usefulness and accuracy
Contact us to learn how we can help you.