Common Mistakes in Government Oversight Programs

Chapter 4 discussed SMSs in detail. A list of 29 key elements that should be included in a company s SMS is also discussed. Table 12.4 illustrates the 10 elements for government oversight of an industry SMS. Note that the elements for 

Common Mistakes in Government Safety Oversight Programs 

Insufficiently independent in stature, funding, and ability to investigate. Lack of appropriate resources. 

Insufficient authority or unclear mandate to efficaciously manage oversight programs. 

Lack of transparency across offices and toward industry. 

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