Emergency Procedures and Communication Flashcards

During refueling, a fuel spill spreads more than 10 feet in one direction. What is the correct first action?

Answer: Stop fueling and notify airport fire rescue (ARFF)

A spill this large means fueling must stop at once and ARFF must be called to manage the fire risk.

When approaching an aircraft wheel with overheated brakes, from which direction should ramp personnel approach?

Answer: From the front or rear of the tire, never in line with the axle

An overheated wheel that bursts throws fragments outward along the axle line, so the front and rear are safer.

Which fire extinguisher class is designed for flammable liquids such as jet fuel?

Answer: Class B

Class B extinguishers are rated for flammable liquids like fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid.

What does the PASS acronym for using a fire extinguisher stand for?

Answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

PASS means pull the pin, aim at the base of the fire, squeeze the handle, and sweep side to side.

Smoke is seen coming from a closed cargo compartment while the aircraft is at the gate. What should ramp agents do?

Answer: Keep the door closed, clear the area, and notify ARFF and the flight crew

Opening the hold lets in oxygen that can feed the fire, so keep it closed and call trained firefighters.

During pushback, the headset connection to the flight deck stops working. What is the correct action?

Answer: Stop the pushback and use standard hand signals until communication is restored

Pushback needs constant communication, so stop and switch to approved hand signals or fix the interphone.

What is the standard marshalling signal for an emergency stop?

Answer: Arms raised overhead with wrists or wands crossed repeatedly

Repeatedly crossing the arms or wands overhead is the internationally recognized emergency stop signal.