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Chapter 10 - Emergency Equipment Flashcards

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BCF preflight check

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Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Red disc at side of handle

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BCF Extinguisher operation

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Push catch
Aim at the base of the fire
Squeeze the handle
Sweep the flames - short burst or continuous

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Halon extinguisher preflight check

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Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Safety pin and tamper seal in place
Needle in the green band

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Halon operation

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Pull safety pin
Aim at the base of the fire
Squeeze carry handle and firing lever together
Sweep the flames - use short bursts or continuously

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Halon duration

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10-15 seconds if used continuously

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Halon range

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1.5-2m

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Halon angle limitation hold

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60 degrees of vertical

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How to operate Halon for rear cargo compartment

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Pull safety pin
Hold extinguisher upright using handle
Insert extinguisher into fire extinguisher connector hole
Squeeze carry handle and firing lever together
Empty entire extinguisher into rear cargo compartment

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Halon precautions

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PBE should be worn
High concentrations of agent can lead to dizziness, impaired concentration and coordination difficulties
Before discharging in flight deck, O2 masks and smoke goggles to be work and regulators set to 100%
Do not allow any metal part of the extinguisher to make contact with live wires
If fighting fluid fires avoid getting too close to reduce risk of scattering or splashing fluid surface

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Halon after use

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Replace safety pin and restow extinguisher in brackets
Report the use of the extinguisher to PIC for entry into tech log
Ventilate the cabin
Always consider dousing area with water to prevent reignition

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PBE preflight check

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Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Tamper seal intact
Vacuum foil bag not expanded

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PBE operation

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Open stowage box by pulling red strap
Open vacuum sealed bag by pulling red tag and remove unit from foil pouch
Both hands inside neck seal palms facing
Bend forward and insert head through neck seal and position oronasal mask over nose and mouth
Pull straps forward to activate oxygen generator and inflate the PBE
Pull straps backwards to seal oronasal mask over the nose and mouth
Adjust PBE from outside - oronasal mask, flaps front and back, glasses through PBE

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PBE duration

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Approximately 15 minutes

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What do you do if the PBE starter candle fails?

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Pull adjustment straps for a second time as this may dislodge the pin and actuate the PBE
If the PBE fails to actuate, the action of forcefully exhaling will start oxygen generation
If unsuccessful, use another

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Removing a PBE

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Move to a safe area clear of the fire/toxic fumes

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Disposal of a PBE

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Place used PBE in a safe place away from heat/fire and water. Use galley floor/lavatory to cool
Treat PBE as a dangerous good. Place PBE in an atlas box then place into lavatory and lock lavatory door

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PBE precautions

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Be careful not to damage neck seal when fitting. Be especially careful with glasses, necklaces and earrings
Do not interfere with neck seal once it is in place as this may allow smoke/fumes into PBE
Ensure long hair is contained within the neck seal inside the PBE
After use do not remove in the immediate presence of fire due to oxygen saturation of the hair. Brush hair with hands to remove any oxygen particles
Do not use water to cool the PBE
Take caution when removing the PBE as the generator may be hot and cause injury

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Crash axe preflight serviceability

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Correct number and location

Secured in position

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What can the crash axe be used for

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Physical obstructions in the event of a crash
As a lever to pry away a panel or partition of the fire source is difficult to locate
As a basic survival aid in a remote area - Chop wood for fires and shelter etc

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Crash axe precautions

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Never use the blade to cut through panels inflight as circuitry and hydraulic lines could be severed
Prising with the spike end must be done gently and cautiously

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Post use crash axe

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Return to stowage in flight deck

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Smoke goggles preflight check

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Correct number and location

Not damaged

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Operation of smoke goggles

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Remove goggles from stowage

Place over eyes with strap secured at the back of the head

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What type of portable oxygen cylinder is carried?

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Avox 120 litre cylinder

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Preflight check oxygen bottle
``` Correct number and location Secured in brackets Minimum 1500PSI dispatch pressure Dust covers in place and no oil or grease on fittings Oxygen mask present and sealed ```
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Oxygen bottle operation
Remove oxygen bottle from bracket and prepare out of view of passengers Secure bottle to self Check no kinks in mask tubing Remove dust cover/s and insert metal connector/s from mask into outlet/s Turn on using the on/off control knob Check oxygen flow to mask - look, listen or feel (green flow indicator, listen for hissing, feel airflow on cheek) Fit mask around nose and mouth and secure with elastic band. Note time oxygen was administered Monitor oxygen bottle pressure - do not allow below 50PSI unless an emergency Turn control knob off when no longer required
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Oxygen bottle precautions
Do not drop or bump cylinder Do not handle bottle or mask with greasy hands Do not use oxygen in the vicinity of any form of open flame Remove excess heavy makeup or grease from casualty’s face When the gauge shows 50PSI, if possible discontinue use
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Oxygen bottle considerations
The PIC must be informed ASAP regarding use of oxygen in the cabin In an emergency, two oxygen masks can be inserted into both outlets of the bottle to deliver oxygen to two people simultaneously
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Oxygen bottle durations
1 mask attached - 30 minutes | 2 masks - 15 minutes
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Oxygen after use
Stow oxygen bottle securely back in original stowage position Advise the PIC regarding oxygen bottle use CS to document on CS report Dispose of oxygen mask and tubing
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Oxygen mask preflight check
Correct number and location | Bag sealed
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Oxygen mask operation
Open sealed bag Check for kinks in tubing Insert metal connector into outlet on bottle (push and turn) Check oxygen flow to mask - look, listen or feel - flow indicator, listen for hissing, feel airflow on cheek Fit mask around nose and mouth and secure with elastic band
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Oxygen mask after use
Advise PIC regarding use of oxygen mask/s. The CS should document this on the CS flight report Dispose oxygen mask and tubing
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Laerdal pocket mask preflight
Correct number and location
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Laerdal mask operation
Push out transparent mask done Connect non return valve attachment to mask Place mask over patients mouth/nose and ensure a good seal Ensure head it tilted back when administering correct amount of effective breaths On an infant, reverse the mask and place over the face
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How to use Laerdal mask with portable oxygen
Cut or pull out the tube just below the yellow mask Insert tube into valve on the side of the Laerdal mask Turn the oxygen on and continue administering correct amount of effective breaths
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Laerdal mask after use
Hand mask and casing to engineering. CS to document use on the CS flight report
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Seat belt serviceability check
No visible fraying or damage to seatbelts | No twists
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Extension seatbelts preflight serviceability
Correct number and location No visible fraying or damage to seatbelt No twists
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Lifejacket light duration
10 hours
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Lifejacket precautions
Never partially inflate the lifejacket prior to pulling the red toggles Never inflate the lifejacket in the cabin If jumping into the water, hold lifejacket to your body to prevent it riding over your head
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Crew lifejacket preflight
Correct number and location Bag sealed Orange in colour
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Contents of the restraint kit
2 x flexicuffs | 1 x cutter
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Restraint kit preflight
Correct number and location | Bag sealed
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Restraint kit precautions
PIC must approve use of restraints Pax must not be secured to aircraft structure, seat back or have legs restrained for landing Check at regular intervals that the cuffs are not causing injury to the pax concerned Apply new restraint before removing old one Do not apply any covering to face or head of the person Flexicuffs may only be removed only after landing and security personnel have arrived on board Ensure witness reports are filled out prior to disembarkation
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Megaphone preflight check
Correct number and location Secure in brackets Squeeze handgrip until an audible click is heard
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Operation of megaphone
Hold megaphone with one hand, do not place other hand around mouthpiece Squeeze and hold handgrip Speak into mouthpiece holding the housing against the lips Adjust volume using control dial on side Activate horn to attract attention of pax as required by pulling pin adjacent to volume control dial When finished speaking release hold on handgrip To turn horn off, replace pin or squeeze handgrip to temporarily interrupt
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Battery torch preflight check
Correct number and location Secure in brackets if fitted Turn on for a period of five seconds to ensure batteries are charged
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Battery torch operation
Remove from stowage | Depress the on/off button to switch on the torch light
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Battery torch duration
Maximum four hours
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DME torch preflight
Correct number and location Secured in stowage with seal intact Condition light flashes approx 5-10 seconds
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DME torch duration
Minimum 30 minutes | Maximum 4 hours
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First aid kits carried on company aircraft must be:
Clearly identified Readily available Distributed throughout the aircraft In clearly marked stowage compartments Marked with the date of the last inspection Located as close as practicable to an emergency exit
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First aid kit contents
``` Compression bandage Adhesive bandage Triangular bandage Scissors Latex gloves Adhesive tape Gauze Gauze swabs Burn ointment Ammonia inhalants Antiseptic applicator Wire splint ```
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First aid kit preflight check
Correct number and location | Sealed
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First aid kit operation
Whenever possible the PIC must be informed first that the kit requires opening Request via PA for a dr of medicine, paramedic or nurse to assist
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First aid kit after use
Ensure specific contents used is entered into tech log and CS flight report
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Daily first aid kit contents
``` Wound dressing Bandaids Gloves Antiseptic Itch relief Burnaid Cotton applicators Bandages Sodium chloride steritube Gauze swabs Paper tape Alcohol free wipes ```
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Daily first aid kit preflight
Correct number and location
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Daily first aid kit after use
Contents used recorded in the CS flight report
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EP handbook preflight
Correct number and location | In good condition
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DG spill kit contents
``` Rubber gloves Nitrile gloves Eye/face shield masks Plastic apron Disposable white cloths Cardboard scraper Dangerous goods bag (large Orange) Infectious waste bag (large yellow) Cable ties Biohazard labels for bags Dangerous goods labels for bags Zero fresh absorbent powder Disinfectant sachets Safety data sheets for powder and disinfectant ```
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DG spill kit preflight
Correct number and location | Sealed
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What are the contents of the body fluid cleanup kit?
``` Face mask with eye shield Apron Gloves Absorbent powder Scoop and scraper Clinical waste bag Antiseptic hand towelette Absorbent cloth ```
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BFCUK preflight
Correct number and location | Sealed
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Protective gloves preflight
Correct number and location Left and right glove present No oil or grease on gloves
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Survival kit preflight
Correct number and location | Seal intact
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How to use the signal mirror?
Reflect the sunlight from the mirror onto a nearby surface to identify a bright light Hold the signalling mirror and slowly turn it until the bright light is direct to the target Continually sweep the horizon
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Signal mirror range
Approximately 32km but decreases in hazy conditions
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How to use day/night flares
Day end is smooth, night end is rough Use only when SAR is sighted Hold flare downwind and up at arms length 45 degrees Ignite using appropriate procedure and completely discharge Retain if the other end is not used
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How to use flare launcher
``` Use only when SAR is visible Break launcher open at barrel Insert flare Close barrel Hold launcher clear of face above eye level, point away from body and downwind Pull trigger to fire ```
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Oxygen release tool preflight
Correct number and location
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Oxygen release tool operation
Take tool from under cabin crew seat Insert the pointed end of the ORT in the oxygen module hold of the PSU Oxygen mask will fall Return to stowage after use
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Internal door key preflight
Correct number and location
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Combination padlock preflight
Correct number and location | In good working order
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SOB card preflight (also exit briefing cards)
Correct number and location Correct aircraft Not damaged
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Emergency lights preflight
Exit signs above the aisle illuminated Exit signs beside the exits are illuminated Emergency ceiling lights illuminated Floor proximity lights are illuminated
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Emergency lights duration
10 minutes
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Cabin crew jumpseat preflight
Spring loaded seat pan retracts No fraying of seatbelt or harness and no obvious holes No twists in seatbelt or harness Seatbelt and harness can be easily adjusted
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Forward cabin crew seat preflight
Seat lever locking mechanism functions correctly No fraying of seat belt or harness and no obvious holes No twists in seatbelt or harness
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Safety demo kit contents
Demo seatbelt Oxygen mask Demo lifejacket Safety information card
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Demo kit preflight
Correct number, location and contents
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How long does a night flare magnesium last?
20 seconds
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How long does the flare smoke last?
18 seconds
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How long does the flare smoke last?
18 seconds
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How long does the flare light burn?
20 seconds

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