ASI ASI Human Factors & Crew Resource Management 2

Question 1

What is the primary goal of Crew Resource Management (CRM) training in commercial aviation?

Accepted Answer

Optimizing use of all available resources to enhance safety through teamwork

Answer

CRM training focuses on communication, decision-making, and crew coordination to address accidents caused by human error rather than technical failure.

Question 2

In CRM terminology, what does 'authority gradient' refer to?

Accepted Answer

The perceived difference in authority between crew members that can inhibit communication

Answer

A steep authority gradient creates a power imbalance where junior crew members hesitate to challenge a senior pilot's decisions, even when safety is at risk.

Question 3

Which phase of the Threat and Error Management (TEM) framework involves anticipating hazards before they lead to crew errors?

Accepted Answer

Threat management

Answer

Threat management is the proactive TEM phase where crews identify and address environmental and organizational threats before they generate errors.

Question 4

What does the CRM decision-making model FORDEC stand for?

Accepted Answer

Facts, Options, Risks, Decision, Execute, Check

Answer

FORDEC is a structured cockpit decision-making model ensuring all factors are systematically evaluated before committing to an action.

Question 5

What distinguishes 'startle effect' from 'surprise' in aviation human factors research?

Accepted Answer

Startle is an involuntary physiological reflex; surprise is a cognitive emotional response

Answer

Startle is a reflex response to sudden unexpected stimuli that temporarily degrades cognitive and motor performance and cannot be fully trained away.

(ASI) Aviation Safety Inspector Certification Practice Test

(ASI) Aviation Safety Inspector Certification Practice Test

ASI ASI Human Factors & Crew Resource Management 2