101 Genral Safety Fundamentals

Question 1

Discuss the concept of ORM

Answer 1

Recognize and mitigate risks.

Question 2

What does ORM consist of?

Answer 2

IAMIS- Identify hazards, assess hazards, make dicisions, implement controls, supervise

Question 3

Define the purpose of the Naval Aviation Safety Program

Answer 3

Preserve human and material resources

Question 4

Explain the responsibilities of the CO when it comes to Safety

Answer 4

Requires that everyone drill and train

Question 5

Explain the responsibilities of the AVIATION SAFETY OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 5

Principle advisor to the CO in AVIATION safety matters. Runs the Command Avation Safety Program.

Question 6

Explain the responsibilities of the GROUND SAFETY OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 6

Principle advisor to the CO in GROUND safety matters. Runs the Command Ground Safety Program

Question 7

Explain the responsibilities of the DEPARTMENT HEAD when it comes to Safety

Answer 7

Coordinates with and supercises the unit’s SAFETY OFFICER, and makes sure drills are taking place to meet the Navy minimums.

Question 8

Explain the responsibilities of the DIVISION OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 8

Ensures personnel comply with safety instructions

Question 9

Explain the responsibilities of ALL HANDS when it comes to Safety

Answer 9

Make sure you’re familiar with and adhere to command safety instructions and regulations

Question 10

Explain the functions of the Safety Council/Enlisted Safety Committee

Answer 10

Formed of representatives from each unit, meet monthly to discuss safety procedures and come up with recommendations

Question 11

Discuss how HUMAN ERROR contributes to aviation mishaps

Answer 11

Part of nearly every mishap, 50%-75% due to physical stress, mental factors, etc.

Question 12

Discuss how MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 12

Improper maintenance or improper priority assignments

Question 13

Discuss how ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 13

Improper supervision level or failure to require personnel to complete PQS.

Question 14

Discuss how MATERIAL FAILURES OR MALFUNCTIONS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 14

Mostly really human error. Not many parts are actually defective. Usually due to improper repairs

Question 15

Discuss how ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 15

Very few mishaps are caused by these. Weather is typically accounted for

Question 16

Define a Class A mishap

Answer 16

$2.5M in damage or more and/or total loss of aircraft; fatality or permanent total disability

Question 17

Define a Class B mishap

Answer 17

$600k - $2.5M in damage; permanent partial disability or three or more persons hospitalized as inpatients

Question 18

Define a Class C mishap

Answer 18

$60K - $600K in damage; nonfatal injury resulting in loss of time from work beyond day/shift when injury occurred.

Question 19

Define a Class D mishap

Answer 19

$25K - $60K in damage; recordable injury or illness.

Question 20

Define a Class E mishap

Answer 20

$1 - $25K in damage; Injury or damage not otherwise classified as a Class A, B, C, or D.

Question 21

Discuss a Class A fire and what types of extinguishers are used on it

Answer 21

Natural Materials (wood, paper, cloth); Water is primary extinguishing agent, Co2 or AFFF can be used to extinguish as well.

Question 22

Discuss a Class B fire and what types of extinguishers are used on it

Answer 22

Combustible Liquids (Fuel, Oil, Diesel, Solvents); Foam extinguishing agents are the primary agent used for Class B fires such as AFFF.

Question 23

Discuss a Class C fire and what types of extinguishers are used on it

Answer 23

Electrical; Co2 is the primary agent used to extinguish most electrical fires.

Question 24

Discuss a Class D fire and what types of extinguishers are used on it

Answer 24

Combustible Metals (aluminum, magnesium, titanium); Jettisoning any class D fire is the primary means of extinguishing Class D fires- if possible. Other forms of extinguishing these fires exist such as dry powder fire extinguishers.

Question 25

Discuss a Class K fire and what types of extinguishers are used on it

Answer 25

Commercial Cooking (Oil, fats, etc); a Commercial Class K Fire Extinguisher using wet chemical agents is primarily used to fight these fires.

Question 26

Discuss the Hearing Conservation Program and when personnel are required to be enrolled

Answer 26

The Hearing Conservation Program is a command-level initiative, personnel are enrolled if they are exposed to noise levels at or above: 85dB over an 8-hour workday or 140dB regardless of duration.

Question 27

Explain the different types of hearing protection and when they are required

Answer 27

Single Hearing (ear plugs): 84dB or greater. Double Hearing (headset over ear plugs): 104dB or greater.

Question 28

Explain the hazards associated with RF energy

Answer 28

Can cause electrical currents/voltage large enough to be dangerous. Can also set off electro-explosive devices.

Question 29

State the purpose of the LASER Safety Hazard Control Program

Answer 29

Design safety factors established when using LASER's, post warning signs, conduct safety surveys, and create SOP's and regulations.

Question 30

Explain the purpose of a Safety Standdown

Answer 30

To devote time to safety training and awareness. Held two times a year.