Baggage and Cargo Handling Procedures Flashcards

Live animals (AVI) shipped in the cargo hold must be loaded in a compartment that is:

Answer: Pressurized and temperature-controlled as approved for live animals

Live animals require a compartment approved for them with pressurization, heating, and ventilation.

Which item must the captain be notified about in writing through the NOTOC?

Answer: Dangerous goods and special loads carried in the hold

The Notification to Captain (NOTOC) lists dangerous goods and certain special loads and their locations.

A cargo package bearing a dangerous goods label is found damaged and leaking. What should you do?

Answer: Do not load it; isolate the area and notify the supervisor and DG-qualified personnel

Damaged or leaking dangerous goods must never be loaded and require immediate isolation and reporting.

When loading a ULD container onto an aircraft, why must the container's locks be engaged?

Answer: To keep the container from moving in flight

Floor locks restrain ULDs so they cannot shift during flight, protecting balance and structure.

Before loading a ULD, a ramp agent sees a large puncture in the container wall. What is the proper action?

Answer: Tag it unserviceable and report it so it is not used until repaired

Damaged ULDs can fail structurally or compromise fire containment and must be removed from service.

Perishable cargo such as fresh flowers or seafood is typically coded as:

Answer: PER

PER is the IATA special handling code for perishable cargo.

Human remains (HUM) should be loaded with which consideration?

Answer: Handled with dignity, kept horizontal, and separated from food and live animals

HUM shipments require respectful handling, proper orientation, and separation from foodstuffs and animals.