Specific threat Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is a Signal 55A at Orlando International Airport?
A specific bomb threat with PTI (person-type indicator).
What is the response code for when a bomb has exploded?
Signal 55.
What is the minimum standoff distance for ARFF units from an aircraft with a specific threat?
At least 1200 feet as determined by District-8 (D-8).
Who are the joint Incident Commanders during a bomb threat to an aircraft?
Airfield Operations and Orlando Police Department (OPD).
When a specific threat is made and the hot spot is on the east side, which units respond and where?
Centerfield and Eastfield units respond to stand-by position 1200 feet away; Westfield remains in quarters.
When a specific threat is made and the hot spot is on the west side, which units respond and where?
Westfield and Centerfield units respond to stand-by position 1200 feet away; Eastfield remains in quarters.
What must ARFF personnel do if the aircraft is attached to a Jetway during a specific threat?
Respond as if it were an Alert II and stage at the stand-by location.
What should ARFF personnel do if directed to perform a task within the 1200-foot safe zone?
Only essential personnel should be committed to that task.
What action is required if a device detonates and causes fire or injuries?
ARFF will work with OPD to ensure safety and mitigate the situation.
What are the three elements of specificity for a bomb threat to be considered ‘specific’?
Flight number, airline name and departure time, airline name and location.
