Facilities
The information generated by the FOM system is highly confidential so its protection is an absolutely critical area that should be carefully organized by the management.
All FOM equipment and data must be secured and protected against unauthorized data disclosure, alteration, misuse, or destruction. All systems, offices, equipment, workstations, computers, and peripherals associated with the FOM have to be secure and with controlled access. Additionally, secure storage areas have also be provided for of all FOM-related materials, including paper, media, and backup devices.
Getting to grips with FOM

THE SET UP PROCESS
This chapter describes the key steps to integrate a FOM system into an airline's flight operations. The information presented is not a prescriptive “formula” and operators should use this information to customize a FOM to suit their operation.
In order to integrate a FOM system into your operation, the following 7 basic steps have to be considered:
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Update Airline Safety Policy to integrate FOM

2.  
Appoint a FOM Manager

3.  
Set up a safety committee (or Safety Management Body)

4.  
Establish Flight Operations Risk Profile

5.  
Define the FOM strategy

6.  
Establish the FOM process and activities

7.  
Train and educate staff

These elements will only be effective if they are integrated seamlessly into your flight operation and organizational culture.
Update Airline Safety Policy to integrate FOM
Integration of FOM in the airline safety policy requires the involvement and commitment of senior management. Regardless of size, and complexity of flight operation, senior management must:
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Develop the FOM policy

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Set the FOM objectives

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Allocate sufficient resources to FOM

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Facilitate the flow of information

FOM policy development
The purpose of developing the FOM policy is to set out what the organization is striving to achieve, and how it is going to get there. The FOM policy should outline the methods and processes the organization will use to achieve the desired outcomes.
Senior management should consult widely with flight crews when preparing the FOM policy. Consultation ensures that the policy is relevant to the staff and operation.
To be effective the policy should be a commitment to action. It has to:
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Contain the general intentions of management and the approach (management’s commitment to the FOM program).

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Integrate agreement with the flight crews for strict anonymity and confidentiality. This is an essential part of the policy.

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Cover the arrangements for implementing the policy (responsibilities and accountabilities for directors, managers and employees).
　
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