Baggage and Cargo Handling Procedures Flashcards

What is the purpose of a baggage reconciliation or bag scanning system on the ramp?

Answer: To confirm each loaded bag belongs to a boarded passenger and is on the correct flight

Scanning at loading matches bags to boarded passengers and flights, supporting security and reducing mishandling.

If a passenger is offloaded after boarding and their bag is in the hold, what is generally required?

Answer: The bag must be located and removed unless permitted by security rules

Positive passenger bag matching rules generally require removing the bag of a passenger who does not travel.

Dry ice (carbon dioxide, solid) is regulated in cargo because it:

Answer: Releases carbon dioxide gas that can displace oxygen

Sublimating dry ice releases CO2, so quantities are limited and reported to the flight crew.

Which special handling code identifies a shipment of radioactive material?

Answer: RRY

RRY is the IATA code for radioactive material Category II and III (Yellow labels).

Why should magnetized material or certain DG be kept away from certain other cargo?

Answer: To meet segregation requirements that prevent dangerous reactions or interference

DG segregation tables specify which classes must be separated to avoid hazardous interactions.

During a thunderstorm with lightning nearby, ramp baggage loading should typically:

Answer: Be suspended per the station's lightning alert procedures

Lightning alerts require ramp personnel to stop outdoor operations and seek shelter for safety.

A transfer bag is found on a cart that is going to the wrong flight. What is the right action?

Answer: Remove it and redirect it to the correct flight or baggage service immediately

Catching a misrouted bag before loading prevents a mishandled bag and passenger inconvenience.