However, what sets NAV CANADA apart is their proactive approach to address this issue head-on.
The birth of NAV CANADA’s Fatigue Risk Management System
NAV CANADA’s relentless dedication to aviation safety culminated in the development of their Fatigue Risk Management System (FRMS). Mackay says fatigue is not a one-size-fits-all problem; it varies based on roles, responsibilities, and operational factors. “Not all fatigue is created equal,” he points out.
The FRMS integrates three critical reports: Fatigue Risk, Fatigue Limit Exceedance, and Fatigue Review. This innovative app empowers NAV CANADA to systematically track fatigue levels across all their air traffic control centers, towers, and flight service stations, covering over 2,000 operational employees spread across five time zones and more than a hundred units.
How the FRMS works
Mackay elaborates on the FRMS’s functionality, explaining that it allows NAV CANADA to monitor how much their employees work compared to established fatigue limits. These limits are customized based on factors like operational complexity and location. The system automates data collection and reporting, granting fatigue…
