## 6.9 Program Segmentation 

If an acquisition program is released in segments over time, each segment may require its own PSP that references the version of the SMS Manual and the Safety Risk Management Guidance for System Acquisitions that is current at the time the PSP is approved. In addition, if safety hazards identified in a previous segment have been successfully mitigated to an acceptable safety level prior to a subsequent segment (i.e., the mitigation met the monitoring plan requirements), then that mitigation becomes an existing control for subsequent segments. The safety analyses of subsequent segments should start at the new safety baseline of the previous segment. 

## 6.10 Program Risk Management 

The PO applies program risk management throughout the AMS lifecycle management process to identify and mitigate risks associated with achieving FAA goals and objectives. Each investment program should institute risk management processes in accordance with AMS policy and guidance. The FAA's policy related to risk management can be found in AMS, Section 4.13, Risk Management . 

Program risk management and SRM have separate foci. For instance, cost and schedule impacts are not factored into a safety assessment but are part of program risk management. However, program risk management and SRM are not mutually exclusive. Safety risk that is not properly mitigated can become a program risk by delaying or stopping the implementation of activities and, consequentially, affecting program cost or schedule. Knowledge of SMS policies and proper planning help the PO minimize any SRM impacts to cost and schedule. AJI SCLs can also assist in this area. 

