Emergency Procedures and Communication Flashcards

While working in the airport operations area, a ramp agent sees an unattended suspicious package. What should they do?

Answer: Do not touch it, move away, and report it to security or airport operations

Suspicious items must be left alone and reported so trained security staff can assess them.

Why should personnel avoid using a handheld radio right next to a suspected explosive device?

Answer: Radio signals could set off some detonators

Radio transmissions can set off some electronic detonators, so keep radios away from suspicious items.

A coworker is injured on the ramp but is in no further danger. What is the correct approach?

Answer: Call for medical help and avoid moving them unless the area becomes unsafe

Moving an injured person can make injuries worse, so call for help and only move them if there is immediate danger.

Which extinguishing agent is preferred for an electrical fire because it leaves no residue?

Answer: Clean agent (Halon or Halotron) or CO2

Clean agents and CO2 do not conduct electricity and leave no residue on sensitive equipment.

When using a CO2 extinguisher, what hazard should the operator watch for?

Answer: Frostbite from the extremely cold discharge horn

CO2 leaves the extinguisher extremely cold and can cause frostbite if the horn is held improperly.

How should a ramp agent say the number 9 on an aviation radio?

Answer: Niner

'Niner' is the standard pronunciation, so it is not confused with 'five' or the German 'nein'.

A ground vehicle on the airfield sees a flashing white light from the tower. What does it mean?

Answer: Return to the starting point on the airport

For ground vehicles and personnel, a flashing white light means return to the starting point on the airport.