*8D SRM - Task Management Flashcards
- Define the term “task management.”
FAA-H-8083-9
Task management is the process by which pilots manage the many, concurrent tasks that must be performed to safely and efficiently operate an aircraft.
- What are the different tasks that task management may consist of at any given time? (FAA-H-8083-9)
a. Initiation of new tasks
b. Monitoring of ongoing tasks to determine their status
c. Prioritization of tasks based on importance, status, urgency, and other factors
d. Allocation of human and machine resources to high-priority tasks
e. Interruption and subsequent resumption of lower priority tasks
f. Termination of tasks that have been completed or are no longer relevant
- What are several options that a pilot can employ to decrease workload and avoid becoming overloaded?
(FAA-H-8083-25)
Stop, think, slow down, and prioritize. Tasks such as locating an item on a chart or setting a radio frequency may be delegated to another pilot or passenger; an autopilot, if available, may be used; or ATC may be enlisted to provide assistance
- What is one method of prioritizing tasks to avoid an overload situation?
(FAA-H-8083-25)
During any situation, and especially in an emergency, remember the phrase “aviate, navigate, and communicate.
- How can tasks be completed in a timely manner without causing a distraction from flying?
(FAA-H-8083-9)
By planning, prioritizing, and sequencing tasks, a potential work overload situation can be avoided. As experience is gained, a pilot learns to recognize future workload requirements and can prepare for high workload periods during times of low workload.
- Why are pilots encouraged to use checklists? (FAA-H-8083-3)
The checklist is an aid to the memory and helps to ensure that critical items necessary for the safe operation of aircraft are not overlooked or forgotten. They provide a standardized method for verifying aircraft configuration and a logical sequence for accomplishing tasks inside and outside the cockpit.
- What are two common methods of checklist usage?
Order 8900.1
a. Do-Verify (DV) method—consists of the checklist being accomplished in a variable sequence without a preliminary challenge. After all of the action items on the checklist have been completed, the checklist is then read again while each item is verified. The DV method allows the pilot/flightcrew to use flow patterns from memory to accomplish a series of actions quickly and efficiently.
b. Challenge-Do-Verify (CDV) method—consists of a pilot/crewmember making a challenge before an action is initiated, taking the action, and then verifying that the action item has been accomplished. The CDV method is most effective in two-pilot crews where one crewmember issues the challenge and the second crewmember takes the action and responds to the first crewmember, verifying that the action was taken.
- What are several examples of common errors that can occur when using a checklist?
a. Checklist items are missed because of distraction or interruption (by passengers, ATC, etc.).
b. Checklist items are incorrectly performed (hurrying checklist; reading item but not verifying or setting).
c. Failure to use the appropriate checklist for a specific phase of flight.
d. Too much time spent with head down, reading the checklist and compromising safety.
e. Checklist is not readily accessible in cockpit.
f. Emergency/abnormal procedures checklist is not readily available.
g. Memory items accomplished but not confirmed with checklist.
- In what phases of flight should a prepared checklist be used?
(FAA-H-8083-3)
a. Preflight inspection
b. Before engine start
c. Engine starting
d. Before taxiing
e. Before takeoff
f. After takeoff
g. Cruise
h. Descent
i. Before landing
j. After landing
k. Engine shutdown and securing
- What are several recommended methods for managing checklist accomplishment?
(Order 8900.1)
a. The pilot should touch/point at each control, display or switch.
b. Verbally state the desired status of the checklist item.
c. When complete, announce that “___ checklist is complete.
- What are “immediate action” items?
Order 8900.1
An immediate action item is an action that must be accomplished so expeditiously (in order to avoid or stabilize a hazardous situation) that time is not available for the pilot/crewmember to refer to a manual or checklist. Once the emergency has been brought under control, the pilot refers to the actual checklist to verify that all immediate action items were accomplished. Only after this is done should the remainder of the checklist be completed.
