Refueling study guide
- 2. Overview Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) What PPE is needed Why is it needed Ground Safety Equipment Required Ground Safety Equipment Proper Environment A/C Configuration Support Equipment Use Continue
- 3. Learning Objectives After completion of this course the student shall Correctly identify PPE needed when performing Aircraft Refueling Correctly identify the Ground Safety Equipment needed when performing Aircraft Ground Refueling Correctly identify what a proper Refueling environment is. Continue
- 4. Personal Protective Equipment The flight line can be a dangerous environment. Jet exhaust, chemicals, vehicles and heavy equipment are just some of the things you need to be prepared for while working in this environment In order to safely and efficiently do our jobs. Prior to refueling aircraft you must have and use the proper PPE Continue
- 5. Personal Protective Equipment PPE Needed During Refueling Operations Steel Toe Boots Hearing protection Eye Protection Gloves Continue
- 6. Personal Protective Equipment Refueling hoses, nozzles and heavy or sharp tools can potentially cause injury to your feet if dropped Protective Boots with Steel Toe Protection can prevent serious injury Continue
- 7. Personal Protective Equipment Hearing Protection Aircraft engines, turbine generators and support equipment motors can all cause hearing damage if the proper measures are not taken to protect your hearing Continue
- 8. Personal Protective Equipment Eye Protection Flying debris from aircraft exhaust or hazardous chemicals splashing into your eyes could lead to loss of vision Continue
- 9. Personal Protective Equipment Gloves A sturdy pair of chemical / oil resistant gloves will improve grip on wet or slick items and protect your skin from chemical irritation and burns Continue
- 10. Ground Safety Equipment In order to begin refueling operations you will need to ensure the aircraft is parked correctly and safely and all the needed equipment is available and being used. Continue
- 11. Ground Safety Equipment Portable Fire Extinguisher In the event of a fire YOU are the first responder. Attempt to extinguish the fire only if you can do so without risk to yourself NEVER FUEL AIRCRAFT WITHOUT A FIRE EXTINGUISHER NEARBY Continue
- 12. Ground Safety Equipment The Aircraft Should Be Parked In An Approved Parking Area Wheel Chocks Are Needed A Grounding Wire Is Required
- 13. Proper Refueling Environment A Proper Refueling Environment is essential to efficiently and safely conducting refueling operations. The Proper Refueling Environment is An approved Parking Spot All Ground Safety Equipment Needed is available and being used All Personal Protective Equipment Needed is available and being used Continue
- 14. Proper Refueling Environment In the chaos that can sometimes be found on the flight line you will need to be keenly aware of your surroundings Wheel Chocks should be in front and behind the wheels Grounding Wires should securely attached to the aircraft and ground receptacle Continue
- 15. Summary Ground Refueling of Aircraft Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Ground Safety Equipment Proper Refueling Environment Repeat Lesson Take Quiz