Air Partner to launch National Safety & Security Academy (NSSA)
As businesses across the aviation industry plan for the potential return of international travel in the UK from the 17th May onwards (still to be confirmed by the UK government), safety and security standards must sit at the top of the aviation industry agenda, according to Redline Assured Security and aviation safety specialists Baines Simmons, […]
read full story >>The 2020 IATA Fact Sheet gives an interesting insight into current levels of safety performance across Global Commercial Air Transport
With overall flying activity at just 53% of normal rates in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s no surprise to see overall accidents and fatalities down Year on Year. However, the rate of accidents appear to have leapt up 154% Year on Year. Whilst some of this leap may be attributable to the statistical […]
read full story >>Baines Simmons pledges support to the Armed Forces Covenant
We are proud to announce that we have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, further pledging our support towards the Armed Forces community. To those who proudly protect our nation, the Armed Forces Covenant is the nation’s commitment to them. We have a long-standing history of partnering with Armed Forces globally, acting as trusted advisors on […]
read full story >>World Sleep Day: How to Avoid ‘Revenge Bedtime Procrastination’
Workers should be mindful to avoid potentially damaging their sleep patterns and overall health through ‘Revenge Bedtime Procrastination,’ an unhealthy habit that has become more prevalent during the COVID-19 pandemic, advises Baines Simmons, specialists in aviation safety and fatigue risk management (part of Air Partner) on World Sleep Day 2021. Originating in China where it […]
read full story >>How not to lose sleep over fatigue – The importance of implementing effective fatigue risk management systems
19 March marks World Sleep Day, an annual event designed to raise awareness of the “importance of sleep for achieving an optimal quality of life and improved global health”. The theme of World Sleep Day this year is ‘Regular Sleep, Healthy Future’. One of the central elements of healthy sleep is that sleep occurs regularly […]
read full story >>Updated Course: TS01 Management Systems – Safety Responsibilities
We are delighted to announce a complete update to our popular, 1 day, TS01 Management System Course, formerly “SMS -Essentials for Aviation Professionals” now re-named “Management Systems – Safety Responsibilities”. Why have we updated this course? The course has been updated for many reasons. Firstly, to respond to the needs of our clients to better address how to enable an integrated management […]
read full story >>Introducing new Associate Consultants to the Baines Simmons team
We are delighted to have welcomed new Associate Consultants to the Baines Simmons team. With decades of experience between them covering every aspect of the aviation industry, they will be supporting us in offering a comprehensive and inspirational learning experience to our clients. Edoardo Mancini Edoardo has extensive knowledge and experience acquired in the aerospace […]
read full story >>Say Goodnight to Fatigue Risk With New Virtual Training Course From Baines Simmons
With the Covid-19 pandemic throwing traditional working patterns and staffing levels into disarray, particularly across the aviation industry, it’s never been more vital for employers to consider the impact of fatigue on their workforce. While many in the aviation industry have been grounded, those still working in air freight, cabin crew, maintenance technicians and pilots […]
read full story >>The Experience and Benefits of Virtual Consulting
2020 brought many changes and challenges for us all, we had to quickly adapt our training portfolio to online delivery rather than face to face. We also had to revisit our consulting services, something which traditionally focuses on personal interaction. When running a diagnostic, we pride ourselves on really getting under the skin of an […]
Platinum Standard – Aviation Safety Specialist Baines Simmons Wins Highest Feefo Award for Second Year Running
Leading aviation safety specialist Baines Simmons, part of the Air Partner Group, has won the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service award for the second year in a row. Rated by real customers, the award is an independent seal of excellence that recognises businesses that deliver consistently excellent customer experiences. The Platinum Trusted Service award is the […]