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Emergency Response at Airports Flashcards

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  1. What is the purpose of the Airport Incident Command System (ICS)?

    Answer: To provide a standardized, unified command structure for managing multi-agency emergency response

    ICS provides a scalable, standardized command and coordination structure that allows multiple agencies to work together effectively during emergencies.

  2. What is a 'MAYDAY' call, and when should it be used?

    Answer: An internationally recognized distress signal used when an aircraft faces a grave and imminent danger requiring immediate assistance

    MAYDAY is the international aviation and maritime distress call indicating grave and immediate danger, requiring immediate emergency response from ATC and rescue services.

  3. If an airport employee witnesses a fellow worker collapse on the ramp, what is the correct sequence of actions?

    Answer: Ensure scene safety, call for emergency help, begin CPR if trained and the person has no pulse/breathing

    The correct sequence is: check scene safety, call emergency services, and begin CPR if trained and if the victim is unresponsive with no pulse or breathing.

  4. What are the four key elements of an aircraft accident site emergency response?

    Answer: Command, Search and Rescue, Fire Suppression, Medical Care

    The four key elements are Command (establish ICS), Search and Rescue (extract survivors), Fire Suppression (contain/extinguish fire), and Medical Care (treat casualties).

  5. What is 'NOTAM' and how does it relate to airport emergency management?

    Answer: Notice to Airmen — a critical communication system for alerting pilots to hazards, closures, and special conditions including emergencies

    NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) is a communication system used to alert pilots to hazards, runway closures, equipment outages, and emergency conditions at airports.

  6. How often must a commercial airport conduct a full-scale emergency exercise under ICAO Annex 14 requirements?

    Answer: At least once every 2 years

    ICAO Annex 14 requires airports to conduct full-scale emergency exercises at least once every two years to test the Airport Emergency Plan.