1. Select a safety program discussed in the readings from this module and conduct a detailed analysis of its objectives within the context of aviation safety management. Your analysis should include:

• A comprehensive examination of the specific risks the chosen safety program is designed to mitigate within the aviation environment. Detail the nature of these risks and their potential impacts on aviation operations and safety.
• A substantiated justification of the need for this risk mitigation as part of an overall aviation safety program. Discuss how the mitigation of these identified risks aligns with the broader goals of Safety Management Systems (SMS) as outlined in the ICAO Safety Management Manual (SMM) and AC120-92B, including the enhancement of operational safety, the promotion of a proactive safety culture, and the fulfillment of regulatory requirements.

Support your analysis with references to specific principles, frameworks, or guidelines from the SMM and AC120-92B that relate to the function and necessity of the selected safety program within an effective SMS. Consider the role of this program in achieving a systematic approach to managing safety, including how it integrates with other components of SMS to ensure a comprehensive and proactive safety management strategy.