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The Power of Attention Bias in Safety Management
Let's take a trip back in time. During my early years in the Air Force, I worked as an F-16 Weapons Technician stationed in Northern...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Mar 31


Addressing Mental Health in Aviation Safety Management
The issue of mental health in aviation is not a new topic—pilots, crews, air traffic controllers, and other professionals have long faced...
Anne Marie Sollazzo
Feb 21


Measuring Safety Culture Without Surveys: Can It Be Done?
Recently, I attended the Business Aviation Convention and Exhibition (BACE) in Las Vegas, an event teeming with 15,000 attendees. While...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Dec 31, 2024


Gaining Insight into the Living DNA of a Safety Management System
As safety managers across diverse aviation organizations implement, operate, and enhance Safety Management Systems (SMS), the challenge...
Mark Myers
Nov 25, 2024


Preparing for the Unexpected: Why Your Knowledge Must Outlive You
“If I get hit by a bus tomorrow…” It’s a phrase that I use a lot. If you have interacted with me for any length of time, you probably...
Anne Marie Sollazzo
Oct 29, 2024


Hazard Identification under 14 CFR 5.57: A Guide for Interfacing Organizations
In aviation, identifying hazards is fundamental to ensuring safety across the entire industry. The Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR),...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Oct 14, 2024


The Intersection of Voluntary Disclosure Reporting and Emotional Intelligence in Aviation
In the fast-paced and high-stakes world of aviation, safety is paramount. To maintain and enhance safety standards, regulatory frameworks...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Sep 30, 2024


There’s No Time Like the Present: Now’s the Time to Start Your Part 135 SMS Implementation
You’ve likely heard the old saying, “There’s no time like the present!” This couldn’t be more relevant as the new Part 135 Safety...
Todd Thomas
Sep 3, 2024


The Effects of a Learning Mindset on Safety Culture
At Baldwin, we annually conduct a myriad of safety culture surveys to measure the success of SMS implementation and its performance for...
Mark Myers
Jul 29, 2024


The Growing Importance of Soft Skills in Safety Management Professionals
In the realm of occupational safety and health, the role of safety management professionals has traditionally been rooted in technical...
Anne Marie Sollazzo
Jul 5, 2024


A Journey in Aviation and Leadership
Ten years ago, I rejoined the aviation community as the Dispatch Coordinator for a Part 141 flight school. My first day had me learning...
Anne Marie Sollazzo
Jun 11, 2024


Enhancing Focus with an Internal Evaluation Plan
Recently I went in the wrong direction while driving to an appointment. I didn’t realize my mistake until I arrived in the next town,...
Donna Shope
May 28, 2024


The Interplay of Safety Culture and Eudaemonia: A New Perspective on Workplace Well-being
In today's rapidly evolving work environments, ensuring the well-being of employees has become a paramount concern for organizations...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
May 9, 2024


7 Warning Signs Your Safety Culture is Slipping
Every company’s safety culture will change daily. This is due to the dynamic nature of employees interacting with one another on...
Mark Myers
Apr 22, 2024


Navigating the Influence of Technology in Safety Management: Insights from the Actor Network Theory
In our ongoing exploration of safety management and organizational excellence, we often dive deep into various theories and concepts that...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Mar 29, 2024


Resiliency after an Accident or Incident – "It is not enough to simply 'recover'
While recovery focuses on returning to the pre-incident state, resilience involves the ability to adapt, grow, and thrive in the face of...
Donna Shope
Jan 29, 2024


Safety Objectives
January is quickly fading into the rearview mirror and this is the point where those who made New Year resolutions are facing their...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Jan 18, 2024


Four Things You Can Do to Increase Safety Reporting
As a past Director of Safety, nothing frustrated me more than finding out about a safety issue after it had an adverse effect on the...
Todd Thomas
Jan 2, 2024


Is ChatGPT Ready to Analyze my SMS portal’s Safety Reports?
There are many articles and blogs written on how ChatGPT, an AI language model by OpenAI, assists with brainstorming, problem solving,...
Mark Myers
Dec 11, 2023


A Safety Manager's Guide to Impactful Leadership
In the world of safety management, “power” might not be the first word that comes to mind. However, we're going to explore an intriguing...
Jason Starke, Ph.D.
Nov 27, 2023
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