Now we're getting somewhere. IMO, the next logical step to that argument is to look at the Gp and/or ODH structure. Why do we have so few platforms split across so many masters? Why do all of the ODH insist on assessing and managing Risk in different ways, given that the required output is the same in terms of the Regulatory intent?
To answer the previous poster, the RAF Safety Centre is exactly akin to an airline safety organisation which would report direct to the CEO. Each functional area then has it's own safety specialists. Of course in our case it would help if we had some BM guys doing BM assurance work, rather than an aircrew mate and some engineers. Not knocking the individuals BTW, who are doing some good work.