1. Integrated Safety & Risk Management for Helicopter Operations Kimberley Turner Chief Executive Officer Aerosafe Risk Management

2. Overview of Presentation Overview of current situation in Australia Recent drives which have influenced change Latest concepts in risk management The solution –The Integrated safety & risk management standard –Implementation of a unique supporting program The Aviation Safety Network Opportunities for involvement / collaboration

3. Overview of Current Situation in Australia “The Statement of Need”

4. Current Situation in Australia Similar accident rate to US in recent years Local and community support withdrawn Removal of confidence of medical staff Introduction of formal SMS Increase corporate governance requirements Stronger state workplace safety laws AS/NZS 4350:2004 update

5. Current Situation Following a spate of accidents 2002-2003 Industry identified need for collaboration Development led by Aerosafe Risk Management Steering Committee established Scope of work determined in late 2003 Development phase commenced early 04 Launch of program March 2005 Adaptation of model for rest of Helo industry

6. Latest Concepts in Governance & Risk Management Concurrent development of the broader drivers

7. What is Risk? Risk is the chance of something happening that will impact upon “objectives” Australian New Zealand Standard 4360:2004

8. Latest Concepts in Risk Management Risk management has moved on! It has been harnessed by higher level business practice Levels of risk management are better defined The focus of risk is not just on: –Operational risk management –Safety risk management Move toward integration Determining what integration looks like

9. Corporate Governance “The system by which organisations are directed and controlled” Compliance

10. Corporate Governance Risk Management Compliance Audit Governance

11. What is Risk Management? “The culture, processes and structures that are directed towards the realisation of potential opportunities and the effective management adverse effects” Australian New Zealand Standard 4360:2004

12. Risk management program model/s Available upon request from Aerosafe Risk Management www.aerosafe.com.au

14. The Solution!!!!!

15. The ASN Concept “To develop a positive safety culture, raise safety awareness and decrease accident rates through the implementation of a common integrated safety & risk management standard, system and network across the EMS & Helicopter industry”

16. Objectives: –Protect and preserve provider resources (people and equipment) through an increase in understanding of safety risks and the management of these risks –Exceed regulatory compliance requirements –Increase confidence of stakeholders that each provider is effectively and systematically managing the risk of aviation activities –Standardise common processes for safety and risk management across the industry ASN Objectives

17. continued… –Provide a platform / forum for common problem solving –Improve industry safety by sharing of information and networking –Build a network to support safety managers/staff and senior executives –Provide access to resources for safety & risk management on a consortium basis, –Unify the industry in relation to safety matters –Significantly reduce incident and accident rates

18. ASN Standard Model Available upon request from Aerosafe Risk Management www.aerosafe.com.au

19. Project Definition Link & integrate Address “system” & “implementation” Achieve the results Basis for an accreditation program Leverage of what was already in place Stand the test of scrutiny High level of integrity in design Adaptable model – other sectors

20. Accreditation program details Available upon request from Aerosafe Risk Management www.aerosafe.com.au

21. Implementation of a Unique Integrated Program Not just a safety management system Not just another policy manual Not just an incident reporting system Not simply a risk assessment tool Needed to maintain momentum Needed to develop culture So what does it look like??????

22. ASN Induction Video available upon joining the ASN through Aerosafe Risk Management www.aerosafe.com.au

23. Opportunity for Involvement If you wish to join the ASN please contact Aerosafe Risk Management for more details It is intended to make the program available in: –Asia in late 2005 –USA/Canada early 2006 –UK/Europe mid-late 2006

24. Conclusion By taking a structured approach to managing risk within your organisation you will minimise loss and maximise opportunity! kturner@aerosafe.com.au www.aerosafe.com.au Ph: +61 28336 3700