subsequent mitigations derived from the SRM process (as described in the SMS Manual) are translated into requirements for the acquired systems. 

To assess the safety effects identified in the SRM process, the requirements set for the acquired systems must be connected to the Verification and Validation (V&V) processes. 3 Without these connections, the true residual risk cannot be determined. 

The SRMGSA defines the ATO’s processes for effectively integrating system safety 4  into system changes and NAS modernization in accordance with FAA orders, the SMS Manual, and AMS policy. 5 It describes the AMS phases, organizational roles and responsibilities, program requirements, tasks, monitoring, and reporting requirements associated with performing SRM within the ATO and other organizations involved in acquisitions that affect the NAS (e.g., Office of Aviation Safety, Office of Airports, and ANG). 

The SRMGSA provides the following: 

• Safety management guidance for acquisitions during the following phases of the AMS lifecycle: 

o Concept and Requirements Definition, 

Initial Investment Analysis, 

o Final Investment Analysis, 

Solution Implementation, and 

o In-Service Management (ISM). 

• SRM in support of agency Risk-Based Decision Making (RBDM). 

• Specific guidance for system changes including technology refreshment portfolio projects. 

• An overview of the Joint Resources Council’s (JRC’s) expectations regarding SRM. (Figure 2.2 shows the SRM documentation required by the JRC at each AMS decision point.) 

The SRMGSA describes the organization and responsibilities of FAA management, the ATO, and ANG for fulfilling SRM objectives. It also addresses Safety and Technical Training’s (AJI’s) relationship within the ATO (specifically with the PO and Service Units) and with ANG for developing and approving safety documentation and accepting risk prior to JRC decisions. 

When a change to AMS policy, the SMS Manual, or FAA/ATO management direction affects the accepted scope of performance or requirements of the SRMGSA, the SRMGSA may be revised 

