What does the “PASS” acronym stand for?
P- Push Red Thumb Catch
A- Aim at flames
S-Squeeze the Handle
S-Sweep the flames
What is the preflight serviceability for a crash Axe
Present
What is the description for a crash axe
One bladed edge and one spiked edge
And insulated handle to prevent electric shock
What can the crash axe be used for?
-As an aid while fighting fires in flight, use spiked edge to lever or pry a panel open if the fire source is difficult to locate,
-To assist with clearing physical obstructions in the event of a crash, e.g. to chop/clear jammed doors or windows, broken seals or other obstructions to allow exit
- as a basic survival aid in remote area. Use to chop wood for fires and shelter, dig for roots and cut vines etc..
What’s the symbol for crash axe?
An axe
What is the symbol for heat resistant gloves?
G in a Box
What’s the pre flight serviceability check for heat resistant gloves?
They need to be present
What’s the description of heat resistant gloves?
Fire retardant gloves
Yellow in colour
What’s the operation or use of heat resistant gloves?
Carried primarily for the use of firefighting to protect your hands/arms from the heat
It is recommended that heat resistant fire gloves are not worn when operating fire extinguisher. Wearing heat resistant fire gloves will effect your dexterity
What is the preflight serviceability for a BCF extinguisher
Check red plastic disc is intact in rear of handle
What is the description of a BCF extinguisher
-Primarily used on electrical and flammable liquid fires, but also can be used on fabric and paper fires
-fumes are given off are liable to be dangerous, especially in a confined space
What is the minimum amount of time to use a BCF On fires
10 Seconds
What precautions should be taken when operating a BCF
- Protective breathing equipment should be worn,
-Before discharging a BCF extinguisher on the flight deck, oxygen masks and should be put on and crew oxygen set to 100% diluter level.
-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 risks of scattering or splashing fluid surface.
-BCF has been shown not to be affective in fighting the subsequent fire or surrounding metal.
