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1
Q

Which function form a maintenance group?

A

Maintenance operations, maintenance, aircraft maintenance, and QA

2
Q

To which flight is the engine management section assigned?

A

Maintenance Operations

3
Q

Who monitors flying and maintenance schedules and maintains visibility of fleet health indicators?

A

Maintenance operations center

4
Q

What does the fifth position of the Air Force specialty code (AFSC) 3A652 represent?

A

Specific AFSC

5
Q

What will be your title once you obtain the 7-skill level?

A

Craftsman

6
Q

What type of training is provided to help you learn the knowledge portion of your job?

A

Career development Course

7
Q

How many months must you have in the Air Force before you may attend the Airman Leadership School (ALS)?

A

48

8
Q

Air Force occupational safety and health (AFOSH) standards are located within Air Force publication series?

A

91

9
Q

Which piece of personal protective equipment is required to avoid potential hazards when lifting heavy objects?

A

Safety toed boots

10
Q

Which Air Force instruction defines quality maintenance and requires maintenance personnel to display integrity and comply with all written guidance?

A

21-101

11
Q

Prior to starting any maintenance on the aircraft, what can you do to ensure that it is safe to proceed?

A

Check with other personnel working inside or outside the aircraft

12
Q

How far does a propeller’s axis of rotation extend?

A

10’ to the front and 5’ from the rear

13
Q

In order to avoid the engine exhaust blast, what is the minimum distance to the rear of the aircraft?

A

200’

14
Q

Foreign object damage (FOD) is normally caused by?

A

People

15
Q

Who has overall responsibility for the foreign object damage (FOD) program?

A

Vice Wing Commander

16
Q

Toxic materials are easiest to get into the body and cause rapid toxic reactions when they are in the form of?

A

Gases

17
Q

Who is responsible providing you with training on how to wear, use, and maintain personal protective equipment?

A

Supervisor

18
Q

What would you normally use to clean and sanitize respirators?

A

Mild soap

19
Q

Hazardous waste storage areas must prevent

A

unauthorized entry

20
Q

containers holding hazardous waste must be clearly marked to show the contents and…

A

date the waste began to accumulate

21
Q

Which squadrons form the MXG

A

QA, The maintenance operations squadron (MOS), maintenance squadron(s) (MXS), and aircraft maintenance squadron(s) (AMXS)

22
Q

Who does QA directly work for?

A

the MXG commander

23
Q

How does QA identify negative trends and problem areas?

A

Evaluations and/or inspection, negative trends and problem areas

24
Q

The maintenance Operations Squadron is directly responsible to the MXG commander for a variety of tasks in order to support the group production effort. Which tasks are these?

A

the administration, analysis, training management, and programs and resources necessary to support the group production efforts.

25
Q

What are the main functions of the MOC

A

To monitor and coordinate production, maintenance production, and execution of the flying and maintenance schedules and maintain visibility of fleet health indicators.

26
Q

In order for the MOC to comply with requirements and to identify potential problems, what type of exchange is crucial?

A

The communication must be in sufficient detail so the MOC can identify potential problems and comply with reporting requirements.

27
Q

Which two squadrons may the maintenance squadron be divided into?

A

the component maintenance squadron (CMS) and the Equipment maintenance squadron (EMS)

28
Q

If you are assigned to the MXS or CMS/EMS, to which two flights might you be attached?

A

the propulsions flight (of equipment maintenance engines removed from aircraft) or the maintenance flight work areas (phase inspections)

29
Q

What types of tasks does the propulsion flight perform?

A

engine/module/propeller/accessory disassembly, assembly, test, and repair.

30
Q

If you are assigned to a specialist flight in the AMXS, which engine tasks may you be required to accomplish?

A

Trouble shooting engine malfunctions, component removal and replacement, compressor washes, performing inspections, and servicing.

31
Q

What is the purpose of the CFETP?

A

to provide career field managers, commanders, training managers, supervisors, and trainers with the framework to plan develop, conduct, manager, and evaluate an effective, productive and efficient career field training program

32
Q

What does the fourth position of the AFSC 3A652?

A

Your skill level

33
Q

What is your title when you obtain the 5-skill level?

A

Journeyman

34
Q

What skill-level would you posses when you obtain the title “Superintendent”?

A

9 level

35
Q

How many months must you have in the Air Force before you may attend Airman Leadership School?

A

48 months

36
Q

Why should you keep your CDCs after you’ve completed them?

A

To use as studying material for testing for SSgt, TSgt, and MSgt under the weighted airman promotion system (WASP)

37
Q

When you are promoted to the rank of TSgt, what school must you attend?

A

Noncommissioned Officer Academy (NCOA)

38
Q

At what skill level is an Airman expected to fill positions such as flight chief or production supervisor?

A

Superintendent 9-skill level

39
Q

What is the purpose and goal of the AFOSH Program?

A

Purpose - ensure safe and healthy working conditions for all Air Force employees. Goal to protect personnel from work related deaths, injuries, and illness

40
Q

What series of AFOSH standards govern occupational safety?

A

91-203 Air Force consolidated occupational safety instructions

41
Q

What is the purpose of safety in the work area?

A

to prevent personal injury and damage to equipment and to save time and money

42
Q

How can most hazardous situations be avoided?

A

by simply following procedures, asking for help when needed, and using PPE

43
Q

List four good housekeeping practices.

A

1 - Wiping up spills as they occur. 2 - picking up oily rags and returning them to proper containers. 3 - picking up and properly disposing of foreign objects. 4 - Getting rid of clutter

44
Q

How should you lift a heavy or bulky object?

A

Keep your back straight, squat down, and then use your leg and arm muscles to provide lifting power.

45
Q

What AFI outlines the responsibility of every position in the chain of command?

A

21-101 Aircraft and equipment maintenance management

46
Q

On what aspects of performing maintenance must all levels of supervision place emphasis?

A

Safety, quality, and timeliness in the performance of maintenance

47
Q

What types of maintenance actions are prohibited?

A

Shortcuts or incomplete maintenance actions are prohibited

48
Q

What does maintenance discipline require of maintenance personnel?

A

To display integrity and comply with all written guidance.

49
Q

What will happen to personnel who fail to uphold maintenance discipline?

A

They will be held accountable

50
Q

What two things should you check to ensure the aircraft is safe for you to perform maintenance?

A

The aircraft forms and other personnel located around and onboard the aircraft

51
Q

Which aircraft forms should you check for entries that may prevent you from starting your assigned task?

A

AFTO Form 781H (Aerospace vehicle flight status and maintenance document) and AFTO Form 781A (Maintenance discrepancy and work document)

52
Q

Why should you check with other people working inside or outside of the aircraft prior to starting maintenance?

A

You never know if they put the proper entries in the forms before starting their tasks.

53
Q

What form is documented to identify an armed aircraft?

A

AFTO 781H

54
Q

What are three types of equipment that produce ratio frequency radiation?

A

High frequency radio transmitters, radar and electronic countermeasure devices.

55
Q

What are the primary danger areas that exist around an operating engine?

A

Propellers, engine intakes and exhausts, turbine wheel and starter planes of rotation, and high frequency noises.

56
Q

When a propeller is running, what are its two most dangerous areas?

A

the plane of rotation and axis of rotation

57
Q

What causes the danger area in front of the intake of an operating engine?

A

the suction effect

58
Q

What is the minimum safe distance that should be established to avoid the effects of an exhaust blast?

A

200 ft to the rear of the aircraft

59
Q

What is the best way to protect yourself from noise levels that can cause permanent hearing loss?

A

to wear both ear plugs and head sets

60
Q

Why should personnel exercise caution when approaching the plane of rotation of a helicopter’s main rotor blades?

A

B/C they tend to drop at decreased speed

61
Q

When approaching or leaving a helicopter with blades rotating, what two things should maintenance personnel remember?

A

to remain in full view of the pilot or helicopter operator and keep in a crouched position

62
Q

What are the primary factors that create static electricity?

A

Different movements or motions are the primary factors that create static electricity

63
Q

what is effective grounding?

A

Consist of providing a path for static electricity to a grounding point in the earth

64
Q

What is the purpose of bonding?

A

To eliminate the differentials in electric charges that exist or are generated between a component and the aircraft, or between two components

65
Q

At the locations where a bonding wire is attached what surface requirements must be met?

A

The surface must be clean and unpainted at the location where the bonding wire is attached.

66
Q

what should you do if the clothing you are wearing becomes soaked with fuel?

A

Leave the area immediately and remove affected clothes. Remove clothes and shower immediately with plenty of soap and water.

67
Q

What conditions could result from excessive inhalation of fuel or chemicals?

A

Headaches, dizziness, loss of muscular coordination, and unconsciousness

68
Q

When a safety net be used?

A

When workers are more than 25’ above ground, water or other surfaces where ladders, catch platforms, temporary floors, fixed or mobile work platforms or a personal fall arrest system (PFAS) of other similar device is impractical

69
Q

Why should AF personnel be so concerned about FOD?

A

The damage it causes translates into loss of resources, money, or in a worst case scenario someone’s life.

70
Q

What can happen when loose objects are blown or washed onto the runway?

A

An aircraft engine can ingest them through it’s intake.

71
Q

Who is assigned as the FOD Prevention Program Manager?

A

The Vice Wing Commander

72
Q

Who is responsible for preventing FOD by looking for and removing hazards that could cause damage to equipment or loss of life?

A

Everyone

73
Q

What must all workers account for at the beginning and end of each shift and maintenance action?

A

Account for their tools

74
Q

What should you do when you suspect that an item is lost on an aircraft, and it is in an area where it can cause damage?

A

Immediately place a red “X” in the aircraft or equipment form of all effected aircraft or equipment with a description of the tool and a specific last know location of the tool.

75
Q

What should you wear when you are required to physically enter an intake or exhaust?

A

A pocket less, zipper less, button less bunny suit, cloth over boots or stocking feet boots removed for intakes only

76
Q

To whom should you report damaged paving in aircraft parking areas and taxiways for immediate repair?

A

Base airfield manager

77
Q

Into what two categories are hazardous material divided?

A

Health hazards and physical hazards

78
Q

What is the purpose of the hazard communication program?

A

Establishes guidance for training employee on the health and physical hazards associated with hazmat in the work area is called the hazcom program

79
Q

Toxic materials are divided into what 3 general physical classifications

A

Gas and vaps, liquids, and solids

80
Q

Which physical form of hazardous material enters the body easily and can cause rapid toxic reactions?

A

Gaseous forms are also the easiest to get into the body and can cause rapid toxic reaction.

81
Q

What is the key factor in making the PPE program successful?

A

your acceptance

82
Q

What is critical factor in PPE maintenance

A

Inspection all PPE before and after each use

83
Q

What is normally used to clean most protective equipment?

A

a mild soap and water

84
Q

When you store PPE, from what are you protecting it?

A

From the elements of sunlight, heat, extreme cold, excessive moisture, and mechanical damage

85
Q

What should the design of a hazardous storage area allow for?

A

permit inspection of each container for leaks and deterioration and for the transfer of container content in case container damage occurs.

86
Q

When removing spilled or leaking hazardous materials from the storage area, what should you never do?

A

Place incompatible types in the same containers

87
Q

What information must hazard-warning labels include?

A

Identify of the hazardous chemical(s) in the container

All appropriate hazard warnings

88
Q

For stationary hazard containers, what can be used in place of a label?

A

Place cards as long as they are clearly identify the applicable containers and display the same info as a hazard-warning label

89
Q

An MSDS is cross-reference to every type of material recorded on what document?

A

Hazard chemical inventory

90
Q

Where can you find the proper procedures for disposing of hazardous waste materials?

A

the material safety data sheet (MSDS)

91
Q

What are the ways hazardous wastes can be disposed of properly?

A

Chemical-physical treatment, biodegrading, incineration, land disposal and off-site contract disposal.