101 Genral Safety Fundamentals

Question 1

Discuss the concept of ORM

Answer 1

Recognize and mitigate risks.

Question 2

What does ORM consist of?

Answer 2

IAMIS- Identify hazards, assess hazards, make dicisions, implement controls, supervise

Question 3

Define the purpose of the Naval Aviation Safety Program

Answer 3

Preserve human and material resources

Question 4

Explain the responsibilities of the CO when it comes to Safety

Answer 4

Requires that everyone drill and train

Question 5

Explain the responsibilities of the AVIATION SAFETY OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 5

Principle advisor to the CO in AVIATION safety matters. Runs the Command Avation Safety Program

Question 6

Explain the responsibilities of the GROUND SAFETY OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 6

Principle advisor to the CO in GROUND safety matters. Runs the Command Ground Safety Program

Question 7

Explain the responsibilities of the DEPARTMENT HEAD when it comes to Safety

Answer 7

Coordinates with and supercises the unit’s SAFETY OFFICER, and makes sure drills are taking place to meet the Navy minimums.

Question 8

Explain the responsibilities of the DIVISION OFFICER when it comes to Safety

Answer 8

Ensures personnel comply with safety instructions

Question 9

Explain the responsibilities of ALL HANDS when it comes to Safety

Answer 9

Make sure you’re familiar with and adhere to command safety instructions and regulations

Question 10

Explain the functions of the Safety Council/Enlisted Safety Committee

Answer 10

Formed of representatives from each unit, meet monthly to discuss safety procedures and come up with recommendations

Question 11

Discuss how HUMAN ERROR contributes to aviation mishaps

Answer 11

Part of nearly every mishap, 50%-75% due to physical stress, mental factors, etc.

Question 12

Discuss how MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 12

Improper maintenance or improper priority assignments

Question 13

Discuss how ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 13

Usually due to improper following of regulations

Question 14

Discuss how MATERIAL FAILURES OR MALFUNCTIONS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 14

Mostly really human error. Not many parts are actually defective. Usually due to improper repairs

Question 15

Discuss how ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS contribute to aviation mishaps

Answer 15

Very few mishaps are caused by these. Weather is typically accounted for

Question 16

Define a Class A mishap

Answer 16

Property damage of $2 million or more; fatality or permanent total disability

Question 17

Define a Class B mishap

Answer 17

$500K - $2M in damage, permanent partial disability, 3 or more personnel inpatient hospitalized

Question 18

Define a Class C mishap

Answer 18

$50K - $500K in damage, non-fatal injury that puts someone med-down

Question 19

Discuss a Class A fire and what types of extinguisher are used on it

Answer 19

Wood/Paper

Question 20

Discuss a Class B fire and what types of extinguisher are used on it

Answer 20

Fuel/Liquid

Question 21

Discuss a Class C fire and what types of extinguisher are used on it

Answer 21

Electrical

Question 22

Discuss a Class D fire and what types of extinguisher are used on it

Answer 22

Metal

Question 23

Discuss the Hearing Conservation Program and when personnel are required to be enrolled

Answer 23

Personnel working in hazardous noise areas

Question 24

Explain the different types of hearing protection and when they are required

Answer 24

Either muffs OR plugs above 84 dB

Question 25

Explain the hazards associated with RF energy

Answer 25

Can cause electrical currents/voltage large enough to be dangerous. Can also set off electro-explosive devices

Question 26

State the purpose of the LASER Safety Hazard Control Program

Answer 26

Design safety factors established when using LASERs

Question 27

Explain the purpose of a Safety Standdown

Answer 27

To devote time to safety training and awareness