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Argus Audit Report Finds Internal Evaluations Lacking

Argus has made more recommendations covering internal evaluation programs than in any other area since 2008.

By Kerry Lynch • Editor, AIN monthly magazine

March 18, 2015

Internal evaluation programs (IEP) and risk assessments were the two weakest points in business aviation operators’ safety management systems (SMS) last year, according to an annual review of audits performed by Argus Pros, the Argus International subsidiary that specializes in safety audits. The firm's 2014 SMS audit report, released this week, details the top areas that needed improvement. Based on 84 audits, the report reveals that Argus made IEP recommendations in 81 percent of the audits and sought improved risk assessments in 79 percent of them.

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