Crew Resource Management (CRM) Training

 

The Aviation Consulting Group (TACG) is a globally recognized, leading provider of aviation Crew Resource Management (CRM) training. TACG has been providing CRM training to aviation operators on a worldwide basis since 2000. Our CRM courses are cost-effective, flexible, and practical (we minimize theory and maximize real-word experiences, examples, and case studies). TACG offers CRM courses for airlines, charter, business aviation, and helicopter operators. TACG's CRM courses meet and exceed the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA).

 

 

What Is CRM?

CRM is the effective utilization of all resources including crew members, aircraft systems, supporting facilities and persons to achieve safe and efficient operations. The objective of CRM is to enhance communication, interaction, human factors and management skills of the crew members concerned. Emphasis is also on the non-technical aspects of crew performance (EASA definition).

What Is Contemporary CRM?

Contemporary CRM integrates technical skill development with communications and crew coordination training and operational risk management by applying threat and error management (TEM) concepts (Transport Canada definition. TC Advisory Circular AC 700-042).

Contemporary CRM is the latest iteration of CRM, whereas more emphasis is now being placed on threat and error management (TEM). Additionally, Contemporary CRM makes practical use of global, as well as the Operator's own, safety data. To that end, Evidence-Based Training (EBT) is a significant part of Contemporary CRM course development and training. CRM is always evolving, and as the figure below shows (courtesy Transport Canada), CRM is currently in its 6th Generation, depicting the emphasis on TEM.

 

 

CRM Courses

TACG has been delivering CRM courses to aviation operators on a global basis since 2000! TACG instructors are highly qualified and experienced professionals who are well versed in delivering successful CRM training events around the world, and who are sensitive to cultural differences among aviation Operators, both geographically and organizationally.

TACG offers the following CRM courses:

• Crew Resource Management Instructor (Train-The-Trainer)
• Crew Resource Management Initial
• Crew Resource Management Recurrent
• Crew Resource Management Evaluator
• Threat and Error Management (TEM)
  

Course descriptions are provided below.

Also on this page you will find information regarding our custom CRM course development and CRM assessment services.

Crew Resource Management Instructor CRMI (Train-The-Trainer)

(5 days)

 

Courses available for fixed wing and helicopter operators.

This course meets and exceeds the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA). We guarantee it!

Note: We have other courses available specifically for other positions such as ground personnel and aircraft maintenance engineers.

This CRM Instructor (Train-The-Trainer) course is appropriate for company personnel who would like to learn how to develop and teach CRM courses. This is a 5-day intensive course that, upon successful completion, will certify the candidate as a company CRM trainer, and be approvable as such by your CAA.

There are no prerequisites for this course; however, the ideal candidate should:

• Have adequate knowledge of CRM
• Have adequate knowledge of Human Performance and Limitations
  
• Have completed CRM training
• Have experience as an instructor/facilitator in some capacity
• Have a pleasant demeanor and be respected by company colleagues
  

Core topics (CRM training portion):

• Introduction to CRM
• Culture
• Human Factors
  
• Threat and Error Management
• Communications
• Situational Awareness
• Pressure and Stress
• Fatigue
• Workload Management
• Decision Making
• Leadership and Team Building
• Automation and Technology Management
• Relevant Case Studies

Core topics (Instructor/Train-the-Trainer portion):

• First Student Presentation/Peer Evaluation/Feedback (taped)
• Theories of Learning
• Biological Bases of Learning
• Course Development
• Facilitation Techniques
• Presentation Methods
• PowerPoint
• Assessing Learning Outcomes
• Recurrent Training Methods
• Second Student Presentation/Peer Evaluation/Feedback (taped)

Optional CRM Training Software Package:

All the work has been done for you!

This is a training software package that includes all training materials for a two-day initial CRM course. The course is modular in structure and can be used as is, or customized to your specific needs/requirements. Training topics meet the requirements of global regulators (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA).

Our CRM software package includes:

 

• Lifetime support
• One-time license fee (no renewal fees)
• Hundreds of PowerPoint slides
• Extensive notes
• Videos
• Exercises
• Handouts
• Training supplements
• Test

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Crew Resource Management Initial

(2 days)

 

Courses available for fixed wing and helicopter operators.

This course meets and exceeds the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA). We guarantee it!

Note: We have other courses available specifically for other positions such as ground personnel and aircraft maintenance engineers.

This CRM Initial course is appropriate for flight crewmembers who have not had any previous CRM training, or have not had a CRM course for an extended period of time. We encourage an integrated class (i.e., pilots, flight attendants, dispatchers, flight-followers, non-flying management, and other positions, as/if applicable). There are no prerequisites for this course.

Core topics:

• Introduction to CRM
• Culture
• Human Factors
• Threat and Error Management
• Communications
• Situational Awareness
• Pressure and Stress
• Fatigue
• Workload Management
• Decision Making
• Leadership and Team Building
• Automation and Technology Management
• Relevant Case Studies

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Crew Resource Management Recurrent

(1 day)

 

Courses available for fixed wing and helicopter operators.

This course meets and exceeds the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA). We guarantee it!

Note: We have another course available specifically for aircraft maintenance engineers.

This CRM Recurrent course is appropriate for flight crewmembers who have had Initial (or previous Recurrent) CRM training. We encourage an integrated class (i.e., pilots, flight attendants, dispatchers, flight-followers, non-flying management, and other positions, as/if applicable). There are no prerequisites for this course.

Core topics:

• Threat and Error Management
• Case Study
  
• Automation and Technology Management
• CRM Hotspots (case studies)
• Other Practical and Relevant Topics at Instructor's Discretion 
  

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Crew Resource Management Evaluator

(2 days)

 

This course meets and exceeds the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA). We guarantee it!

This CRM Evaluator course is appropriate for company personnel who are, or will be, responsible for evaluating/assessing CRM within their flight operation. Depending on your type of operation, you may have a requirement for CRM assessments, both in the simulator and in line operations. By attending this course, the candidate will obtain the necessary skills for conducting non-technical (NOTECHS) CRM grading and assessments in simulator and line operations.

There are no prerequisites for this course; however, the ideal candidate should:

• Have adequate knowledge of CRM
• Have adequate knowledge of Human Performance and Limitations
• Have completed CRM training
• Have completed Human Factors training
  

Core topics:

• Introduction to NOTECHS (Non-Technical Skills)
• Instruction vs. Evaluation
• Assessment Biases
• Behavioral Markers
• Conducting an Assessment
  
• How to Facilitate a NOTECH Debriefing (feedback and self-critique)
• Evaluator Calibration (standardization)
• Practice Scenarios (videos and scripted)
• Practice Scenarios (conducted in simulator during a LOFT or other line training event)

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Threat and Error Management (TEM)

(2 days)

 

This course meets and exceeds the requirements of Regulators worldwide (including FAA, Transport Canada, and EASA). We guarantee it!

This Threat and Error Management (TEM) course is appropriate for company personnel who are responsible for implementing and/or teaching TEM within their flight operation. This TEM course will give the program developer and/or instructors an in-depth knowledge of what TEM is, how it's applied, and how it benefits your flight operation by proactively addressing the precursors to accidents and incidents by the effective management of threats and errors.

There are no prerequisites for this course; however, the ideal candidate should:

• Have adequate knowledge of CRM
• Have completed CRM training

Core topics:

• Introduction to Threat and Error Management
  
• The TEM model
• Threats
• Errors
• Undesired Aircraft States
• Countermeasures
• TEM and CRM/EBT
• TEM and SMS
• TEM and LOSA
• Teaching TEM
• Assessing TEM Effectiveness
• Various Case Studies and Practice
  

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CRM Course Development

TACG fully understands that many operators just don't have the time, resources, or expertise to develop an effective (and Regulator-approvable) CRM course. We've got you covered! We can develop and customize a CRM course, specific to your operation, to meet your needs and requirements. All courses are developed based on current and relevant CRM issues, using the latest version of CRM, called Contemporary CRM. With Contemporary CRM, a significant emphasis is placed on threat and error management (TEM). Evidence-Based Training (EBT) also plays a huge role by focusing on external and internal data to address significant safety threats and their management. 

TACG's custom-developed CRM courses are designed to keep attendees engaged, and not bore them with endless theory and/or aviation "psychobabble." While some classic accidents are inevitably discussed, things have changed quite a bit in the last few decades, especially pertaining to technology. Therefore, we focus on the current, practical issues that affect flightcrews today.

Our highly experienced staff can develop customized CRM courses for-

• Airlines (large and small, domestic and international)
• Charter Operators
• Business Aviation Operators
  
• Helicopter Operators (including offshore, aerial tours, pax transport, and HEMS)
  

Services include-

• Develop customized CRM course(s) (Initial, Recurrent, Re-qualification, and more)
• Train your CRM instructors (Train-The-Trainer)
• Teach your CRM course(s) (contract training)

 

CRM Program/Course Assessments

Already have a CRM program? Would you like an objective assessment of your CRM program? You have come to the right place! TACG provides unbiased assessments of CRM programs for all types of aviation operators on a worldwide basis. Our assessments include a thorough analysis of your current CRM program(s), a report of our findings, and recommendations for improvements.

Based on our results, TACG can also provide additional consulting and/or course development to help your aviation organization have the most effective CRM courses possible. Our assessments are conducted as a combination of both onsite and offsite work.

Our capabilities and methods include the following:

• Onsite work (includes, but not limited to, observations, interviews, and effectiveness of delivery methodologies)
• Offsite work (includes, but not limited to, a review of applicable CRM manuals, SOPs, training syllabus, and software)
• Assessments take into consideration the specific State CAA CRM requirements as well as cultural differences
• Assessments are confidential and are not shared with the Regulator
• We believe in long-term relationships -- not one-shot deals. We can be your CRM training consultant for the long term, if you choose, ensuring your CRM program is always up-to-date and meets CAA requirements!