AIRPORT EMPLOYEE Emergency Response and Safety

Question 1

What is the first action airport employees should take during an aircraft emergency on the ground?

Accepted Answer

Activate the Airport Emergency Plan and notify Airport Operations

Answer

Activating the Airport Emergency Plan and notifying Airport Operations is the first step to coordinate a structured emergency response.

Question 2

What does ARFF stand for in airport safety?

Accepted Answer

Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting

Answer

ARFF stands for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting, the specialized emergency service stationed at airports to respond to aircraft accidents.

Question 3

What class of fire extinguisher should be used on a burning aircraft fuel (jet fuel) fire?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Answer

Class B extinguishers are designed for flammable liquid fires, including jet fuel, and are the correct type for aircraft fuel fires.

Question 4

What does FOD stand for in airport safety?

Accepted Answer

Foreign Object Debris

Answer

FOD stands for Foreign Object Debris, which refers to any material on the airfield that could damage aircraft engines or landing gear.

Question 5

What is the recommended distance employees should maintain from a potential bomb threat device?

Accepted Answer

At least 300 feet (91 meters)

Answer

The FBI and ATF recommend maintaining at least 300 feet from a suspected explosive device to reduce injury from blast and fragmentation.

AIRPORT EMPLOYEE Practice Test