American Airlines Ramp Training Quiz 2

Lav Cart: Specific Hazards

1. Improper Connection (Will click into place) 2. Not positioned for easy maneuvering (drive away without backing up) 3. 3 way connection

Ground Power Unit: Specific Hazards

1. Improperly following procedures 2. 3 way connection (360* walk around)

Beltloaders: Specific Hazards

1. Misjudging turn radius 2. Making contact with the aircraft

Misc General Rules

1. Never stand or cross between hitched baggage carts 2. Always wear your seatbelt

Conditioned Air Unit: Specific Hazards

1. Pressurization of the aircraft cabin 2. Improper connection of the hose 3. 3 Way connection

Air Start Unit: Specific Hazards

1. Proximity to engines from panel location 2. Improper connection of the hole 3. 3 way connection

Tugs: Specific Hazards

1. Speeding/Inattention - leads to accidents 2. Cutting corners to sharply (May tip over) 3. The loss of visual awareness

Bag Carts: Specific Hazards

1. Towing too many at once - Max 4 2. The last cart in the chain swaying back and forth (Heaviest cart nearest tug) 3. Not setting the brakes properly

Live animals max weight?

100 lbs (including crate and animal)

Fires are divided into how many classes?

4. Class A - Ash (Ordinary Flammable Materials) Class B - Liquid, Class C - Electrical, Class D - Dangerous metals (Do not try to put out)

Beltloader Definition

A motorized device that is used to lift bags to the height of the cargo bin

Tug Definition

A motorized vehicle that is used to transport other pieces of equipment around the airport - Also used to move aircraft out from the gate

Ground Power Unit (GPU) Definition

A portable device used to supply aircraft with electricity while the aircraft is parked at the gate

When does the aircraft have the right of way?

Always

Beltloaders

Boom and safety handrail must be in full down position before moving. Place chocks forward and aft of front tire. Must be backed up straight without going under wings or fuselage

CANADAIR REGIONAL JET (CRJ)

CRJ 700: PSA, Skywest CRJ 900: PSA, Mesa, Skywest Have built in stairs Cargo bin underneath Enigne #1 - Valet Bags stored in front left bin

Ground Power Unit

Can never be connected during fueling, either connect before or after

Valet Cart

Carts must be secured (chocked or chained down) during periods of high winds Specific Hazard: Getting blown or rolling during high winds

Pre-Arrival Equipment Check

Chocks, Wands, Cones (6 needed total), Handheld Baggage Scanner (with flight loaded and ready to use), Tug, Bag Carts and Belt loader in position, Info (what to expect), a Plan

Valet Cart Definition

Collect carry on bags and assist transporting them

Three-Way Connection

Don't have these connections, Ex: Tug - GPU - Aircraft Always perform a 360* walk around prior to attaching a Tug to make sure the device is unhooked from aircraft

2 Types of Beltloaders

Drivable version and walk behind version

Embraer Differences?

EMB 145 ERJ 170/175

EMB

Embraer 145 Envoy, Piedmont - Engines are mounted at the rear - No built in stairs - Cargo bin beneath engine #1 on right side Critical Areas: Static Wicks, Vortilons (Shark Fins under wing)

Wholly owned subsidiary

Envoy, Piedmont, PSA Airlines

Embraer ERJ 170/175

Envoy, Republic Airways No built in stairs Engines are mounted on wings ***Never open stairs from the inside!! EMERGENCY SLIDE WILL DEPLOY**** Cargo Bin: Fwd and Aft on the right side

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Face shields, Gloves, Safety garments (Vest) - Optional: Knee Pads, Foot Protection

Air Stairs Definition

For aircraft without built-in stairs, helps PAX deplane/board - Rubber spacer must never come in contact with the aircraft

Pre- Arrival Duties

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walk and assign duties

Ground Equipment Inspection

Glass, Brakes, Lights, Horn, Tires, Window Wipers, Parking Break, Mirrors, Steering, Fluids, Hitch, Seat Belts, Seat Stability, Hood/Door Latches - Portable PLD units must also be inspected

Fire Extinguishers

Halon - B/C CO2 - B/C Pressurized Water - A Dry Chemical - B/C * PASS - Pull, Aim Squeeze, Sweep

Air Start Unit

Kinked hose, switch the unit back to standby mode to depressurize

What is the American Eagle Ground Operations Manual (EGOM)?

Lists all policies and procedures involved in the handling of aircraft at American Eagle

Ship ID

Located near nose of aircraft. ID for company

Affiliate Carriers

Mesa, Republic, SkyWest Airlines

Bag Cart Definition

Move the checked luggage of our customers from the bag room to the aircraft, from one aircraft to another and from the aircraft to the baggage claim area

What must be done with ground equipment when it is not providing service to the aircraft?

Moved out of the AOA and chalked

Hearing Protection

Muffs, Reusable plugs, Disposable plugs

Lav Cart Equipment Definition

Must wear face shield and gloves

Five Foot Rule

Never come closer than 5 feet to an aircraft except when necessary for loading/unloading bags, servicing or using air stairs

Bag Carts

Never tow more than 4 carts

What is the most prevalent hazard on the ramp?

Noise

Chocks

Only made of rubber, nose gear tires are always chocked - RON shifts, main gear is chocked as well

Passenger Lift Device (PLD)

Provide safe means of entering or exiting the aircraft for pax that require special assistance

ME-250 Equipment Out of Service Tag

Report it to your supervisor, manager, or designee immediately with the location of the inoperable equipment

Conditioned Air Unit Definition

Used to heat the aircraft in the winter and cool down in the summer

Air Start Unit Definition

Used to help regional jet aircraft start their engines in the event that a mechanical issue prevents the aircraft from doing it on its own - Pushes pressurized air into the engines

Tow Bar

Used to push or tow an aircraft. Metal bar that connects at one end to the nose gear and front hitch on a tug

Lavatory Servicing Vehicle Definition

Used to remove human waste and provide flushing/refilling to the lavatory of an aircraft - when flight time exceeds 2 hours or always at a hub airport

Portable Water Servicing Vehicle (Water Cart)

Used to replenish the supply of water onboard an aircraft

What are 3 tools used for each aircraft arrival?

Wands, Cones, Chalks

Speed Limits

Within 25 feet from aircraft - max 5mph On active ramp - max 15mph On airport roadways - max 25mph