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Chapter 10 - Emergency Equipment Flashcards

1
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BCF preflight check

A

Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Red disc at side of handle

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BCF Extinguisher operation

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Push catch
Aim at the base of the fire
Squeeze the handle
Sweep the flames - short burst or continuous

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Halon extinguisher preflight check

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Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Safety pin and tamper seal in place
Needle in the green band

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Halon operation

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Pull safety pin
Aim at the base of the fire
Squeeze carry handle and firing lever together
Sweep the flames - use short bursts or continuously

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Halon duration

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10-15 seconds if used continuously

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6
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Halon range

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1.5-2m

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7
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Halon angle limitation hold

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60 degrees of vertical

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How to operate Halon for rear cargo compartment

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Pull safety pin
Hold extinguisher upright using handle
Insert extinguisher into fire extinguisher connector hole
Squeeze carry handle and firing lever together
Empty entire extinguisher into rear cargo compartment

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Halon precautions

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PBE should be worn
High concentrations of agent can lead to dizziness, impaired concentration and coordination difficulties
Before discharging in flight deck, O2 masks and smoke goggles to be work and regulators set to 100%
Do not allow any metal part of the extinguisher to make contact with live wires
If fighting fluid fires avoid getting too close to reduce risk of scattering or splashing fluid surface

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10
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Halon after use

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Replace safety pin and restow extinguisher in brackets
Report the use of the extinguisher to PIC for entry into tech log
Ventilate the cabin
Always consider dousing area with water to prevent reignition

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PBE preflight check

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Correct number and location
Secured in bracket
Tamper seal intact
Vacuum foil bag not expanded

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PBE operation

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Open stowage box by pulling red strap
Open vacuum sealed bag by pulling red tag and remove unit from foil pouch
Both hands inside neck seal palms facing
Bend forward and insert head through neck seal and position oronasal mask over nose and mouth
Pull straps forward to activate oxygen generator and inflate the PBE
Pull straps backwards to seal oronasal mask over the nose and mouth
Adjust PBE from outside - oronasal mask, flaps front and back, glasses through PBE

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PBE duration

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Approximately 15 minutes

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14
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What do you do if the PBE starter candle fails?

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Pull adjustment straps for a second time as this may dislodge the pin and actuate the PBE
If the PBE fails to actuate, the action of forcefully exhaling will start oxygen generation
If unsuccessful, use another

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15
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Removing a PBE

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Move to a safe area clear of the fire/toxic fumes

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Disposal of a PBE

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Place used PBE in a safe place away from heat/fire and water. Use galley floor/lavatory to cool
Treat PBE as a dangerous good. Place PBE in an atlas box then place into lavatory and lock lavatory door

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17
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PBE precautions

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Be careful not to damage neck seal when fitting. Be especially careful with glasses, necklaces and earrings
Do not interfere with neck seal once it is in place as this may allow smoke/fumes into PBE
Ensure long hair is contained within the neck seal inside the PBE
After use do not remove in the immediate presence of fire due to oxygen saturation of the hair. Brush hair with hands to remove any oxygen particles
Do not use water to cool the PBE
Take caution when removing the PBE as the generator may be hot and cause injury

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18
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Crash axe preflight serviceability

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Correct number and location

Secured in position

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19
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What can the crash axe be used for

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Physical obstructions in the event of a crash
As a lever to pry away a panel or partition of the fire source is difficult to locate
As a basic survival aid in a remote area - Chop wood for fires and shelter etc

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Crash axe precautions

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Never use the blade to cut through panels inflight as circuitry and hydraulic lines could be severed
Prising with the spike end must be done gently and cautiously

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21
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Post use crash axe

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Return to stowage in flight deck

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22
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Smoke goggles preflight check

A

Correct number and location

Not damaged

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Operation of smoke goggles

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Remove goggles from stowage

Place over eyes with strap secured at the back of the head

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24
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What type of portable oxygen cylinder is carried?

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Avox 120 litre cylinder

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25
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Preflight check oxygen bottle

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Correct number and location 
Secured in brackets
Minimum 1500PSI dispatch pressure 
Dust covers in place and no oil or grease on fittings
Oxygen mask present and sealed
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Oxygen bottle operation

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Remove oxygen bottle from bracket and prepare out of view of passengers
Secure bottle to self
Check no kinks in mask tubing
Remove dust cover/s and insert metal connector/s from mask into outlet/s
Turn on using the on/off control knob
Check oxygen flow to mask - look, listen or feel (green flow indicator, listen for hissing, feel airflow on cheek)
Fit mask around nose and mouth and secure with elastic band.
Note time oxygen was administered
Monitor oxygen bottle pressure - do not allow below 50PSI unless an emergency
Turn control knob off when no longer required

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Oxygen bottle precautions

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Do not drop or bump cylinder
Do not handle bottle or mask with greasy hands
Do not use oxygen in the vicinity of any form of open flame
Remove excess heavy makeup or grease from casualty’s face
When the gauge shows 50PSI, if possible discontinue use

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Oxygen bottle considerations

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The PIC must be informed ASAP regarding use of oxygen in the cabin
In an emergency, two oxygen masks can be inserted into both outlets of the bottle to deliver oxygen to two people simultaneously

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29
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Oxygen bottle durations

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1 mask attached - 30 minutes

2 masks - 15 minutes

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30
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Oxygen after use

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Stow oxygen bottle securely back in original stowage position
Advise the PIC regarding oxygen bottle use
CS to document on CS report
Dispose of oxygen mask and tubing

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31
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Oxygen mask preflight check

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Correct number and location

Bag sealed

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32
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Oxygen mask operation

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Open sealed bag
Check for kinks in tubing
Insert metal connector into outlet on bottle (push and turn)
Check oxygen flow to mask - look, listen or feel - flow indicator, listen for hissing, feel airflow on cheek
Fit mask around nose and mouth and secure with elastic band

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Oxygen mask after use

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Advise PIC regarding use of oxygen mask/s. The CS should document this on the CS flight report
Dispose oxygen mask and tubing

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34
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Laerdal pocket mask preflight

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Correct number and location

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35
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Laerdal mask operation

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Push out transparent mask done
Connect non return valve attachment to mask
Place mask over patients mouth/nose and ensure a good seal
Ensure head it tilted back when administering correct amount of effective breaths
On an infant, reverse the mask and place over the face

36
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How to use Laerdal mask with portable oxygen

A

Cut or pull out the tube just below the yellow mask
Insert tube into valve on the side of the Laerdal mask
Turn the oxygen on and continue administering correct amount of effective breaths

37
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Laerdal mask after use

A

Hand mask and casing to engineering. CS to document use on the CS flight report

38
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Seat belt serviceability check

A

No visible fraying or damage to seatbelts

No twists

39
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Extension seatbelts preflight serviceability

A

Correct number and location
No visible fraying or damage to seatbelt
No twists

40
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Lifejacket light duration

A

10 hours

41
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Lifejacket precautions

A

Never partially inflate the lifejacket prior to pulling the red toggles
Never inflate the lifejacket in the cabin
If jumping into the water, hold lifejacket to your body to prevent it riding over your head

42
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Crew lifejacket preflight

A

Correct number and location
Bag sealed
Orange in colour

43
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Contents of the restraint kit

A

2 x flexicuffs

1 x cutter

44
Q

Restraint kit preflight

A

Correct number and location

Bag sealed

45
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Restraint kit precautions

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PIC must approve use of restraints
Pax must not be secured to aircraft structure, seat back or have legs restrained for landing
Check at regular intervals that the cuffs are not causing injury to the pax concerned
Apply new restraint before removing old one
Do not apply any covering to face or head of the person
Flexicuffs may only be removed only after landing and security personnel have arrived on board
Ensure witness reports are filled out prior to disembarkation

46
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Megaphone preflight check

A

Correct number and location
Secure in brackets
Squeeze handgrip until an audible click is heard

47
Q

Operation of megaphone

A

Hold megaphone with one hand, do not place other hand around mouthpiece
Squeeze and hold handgrip
Speak into mouthpiece holding the housing against the lips
Adjust volume using control dial on side
Activate horn to attract attention of pax as required by pulling pin adjacent to volume control dial
When finished speaking release hold on handgrip
To turn horn off, replace pin or squeeze handgrip to temporarily interrupt

48
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Battery torch preflight check

A

Correct number and location
Secure in brackets if fitted
Turn on for a period of five seconds to ensure batteries are charged

49
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Battery torch operation

A

Remove from stowage

Depress the on/off button to switch on the torch light

50
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Battery torch duration

A

Maximum four hours

51
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DME torch preflight

A

Correct number and location
Secured in stowage with seal intact
Condition light flashes approx 5-10 seconds

52
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DME torch duration

A

Minimum 30 minutes

Maximum 4 hours

53
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First aid kits carried on company aircraft must be:

A

Clearly identified
Readily available
Distributed throughout the aircraft
In clearly marked stowage compartments
Marked with the date of the last inspection
Located as close as practicable to an emergency exit

54
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First aid kit contents

A 
Compression bandage
Adhesive bandage
Triangular bandage
Scissors
Latex gloves
Adhesive tape 
Gauze
Gauze swabs
Burn ointment
Ammonia inhalants 
Antiseptic applicator 
Wire splint
55
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First aid kit preflight check

A

Correct number and location

Sealed

56
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First aid kit operation

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Whenever possible the PIC must be informed first that the kit requires opening
Request via PA for a dr of medicine, paramedic or nurse to assist

57
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First aid kit after use

A

Ensure specific contents used is entered into tech log and CS flight report

58
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Daily first aid kit contents

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Wound dressing
Bandaids
Gloves
Antiseptic 
Itch relief
Burnaid
Cotton applicators 
Bandages
Sodium chloride steritube 
Gauze swabs
Paper tape
Alcohol free wipes
59
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Daily first aid kit preflight

A

Correct number and location

60
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Daily first aid kit after use

A

Contents used recorded in the CS flight report

61
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EP handbook preflight

A

Correct number and location

In good condition

62
Q

DG spill kit contents

A 
Rubber gloves
Nitrile gloves
Eye/face shield masks
Plastic apron
Disposable white cloths
Cardboard scraper
Dangerous goods bag (large Orange)
Infectious waste bag (large yellow)
Cable ties
Biohazard labels for bags
Dangerous goods labels for bags
Zero fresh absorbent powder
Disinfectant sachets
Safety data sheets for powder and disinfectant
63
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DG spill kit preflight

A

Correct number and location

Sealed

64
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What are the contents of the body fluid cleanup kit?

A 
Face mask with eye shield 
Apron
Gloves
Absorbent powder
Scoop and scraper
Clinical waste bag
Antiseptic hand towelette 
Absorbent cloth
65
Q

BFCUK preflight

A

Correct number and location

Sealed

66
Q

Protective gloves preflight

A

Correct number and location
Left and right glove present
No oil or grease on gloves

67
Q

Survival kit preflight

A

Correct number and location

Seal intact

68
Q

How to use the signal mirror?

A

Reflect the sunlight from the mirror onto a nearby surface to identify a bright light
Hold the signalling mirror and slowly turn it until the bright light is direct to the target
Continually sweep the horizon

69
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Signal mirror range

A

Approximately 32km but decreases in hazy conditions

70
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How to use day/night flares

A

Day end is smooth, night end is rough
Use only when SAR is sighted
Hold flare downwind and up at arms length 45 degrees
Ignite using appropriate procedure and completely discharge
Retain if the other end is not used

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How to use flare launcher

A 
Use only when SAR is visible 
Break launcher open at barrel
Insert flare
Close barrel
Hold launcher clear of face above eye level, point away from body and downwind
Pull trigger to fire
72
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Oxygen release tool preflight

A

Correct number and location

73
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Oxygen release tool operation

A

Take tool from under cabin crew seat
Insert the pointed end of the ORT in the oxygen module hold of the PSU
Oxygen mask will fall
Return to stowage after use

74
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Internal door key preflight

A

Correct number and location

75
Q

Combination padlock preflight

A

Correct number and location

In good working order

76
Q

SOB card preflight (also exit briefing cards)

A

Correct number and location
Correct aircraft
Not damaged

77
Q

Emergency lights preflight

A

Exit signs above the aisle illuminated
Exit signs beside the exits are illuminated
Emergency ceiling lights illuminated
Floor proximity lights are illuminated

78
Q

Emergency lights duration

A

10 minutes

79
Q

Cabin crew jumpseat preflight

A

Spring loaded seat pan retracts
No fraying of seatbelt or harness and no obvious holes
No twists in seatbelt or harness
Seatbelt and harness can be easily adjusted

80
Q

Forward cabin crew seat preflight

A

Seat lever locking mechanism functions correctly
No fraying of seat belt or harness and no obvious holes
No twists in seatbelt or harness

81
Q

Safety demo kit contents

A

Demo seatbelt
Oxygen mask
Demo lifejacket
Safety information card

82
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Demo kit preflight

A

Correct number, location and contents

83
Q

How long does a night flare magnesium last?

A

20 seconds

84
Q

How long does the flare smoke last?

A

18 seconds

85
Q

How long does the flare smoke last?

A

18 seconds

86
Q

How long does the flare light burn?

A

20 seconds

AEPM (10 decks)

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