Documents Procedures And First Aid

Question 1

10.62.2 The rationale behind consistent and thorough checklist use as opposed to reliance on memory

Answer 1

Checklists are used by pilots to ensure critical actions are completed at appropriate times.

•With the purpose of checking procedures have been carried out, it’s important to not recite a checklist from memory but to read off it instead

Question 2

10.62.4 Distinguish between normal and emergency checklists

Answer 2

Normal checklists are used for all flight phases, including pre-flight and post-flight, but particularly prior to the critical phases

•A non normal checklist is used to guide the pilots through the correct sequence of actions for emergency situations and/or malfunctions of the aircraft systems

Question 3

34.62.6 The elements of an effective checklist

Answer 3

abbreviated form, all the information required by the trained flight crew to operate the airplane in most normal and non-normal situations.

• Normal checklists should be organized by segments of flight. The checklist should contain the minimum 22 cues required for the trained crew-member to verify that the appropriate actions have been completed.
• Only procedural steps which, if omitted have direct and adverse impact on normal operations, are included. Items annunciated by crew alerting systems are not included.

Question 4

10.62.6 The phases of flight where a checklist plays an important role

Answer 4

Prior to the critical phases:
•Takeoff
•Approach
•Landing

Question 5

10.62.8 The reasons for checklist complacency

Answer 5

Checklists should be completed at the appropriate time and read and actioned carefully

• Most errors result from trying to complete checklists too rapidly, or without giving full attention to the task
• Avoid routine, rote responses and ensure that the item called for has been checked carefully before responding

Question 6

10.62.10 The possible ramifications of checklist complacency

Answer 6

Damage

Question 7

34.62.14 /46.62.2 The importance of colour, font and type size for written checklists

Answer 7

Legibility is essential, to achieve this a clear back, bold type face on a white or lemon background should be used with lower case or initial capital lettering.

• Font size should be large enough to read in a dimly lit cockpit under conditions of environmental and psychological stress
• Confusing abbreviations should be avoided.

Question 8

34.62.16/46.62.4 The problems associated with the design and use of checklists and manuals

Answer 8

A common problem with the use of paper checklists is when an interruption disrupts the checklist flow as items may be overlooked when returning to the list.

•Checklists – especially challenge and response should not be committed to memory as this can lead to complacency

Question 9

34.62.18/46.62.6 Problems associated with the design and use of maps and charts

Answer 9

Different manufactures use different symbols and on one operation 2 different types of information could be used – i.e. paper chart and NAV display on a jet with differing information.

Question 10

34.64.2 Basic Principles of First Aid

Answer 10

Is the initial treatment given to a person suffering a medical condition before professional assistance has arrived.

• Protect yourself
• Preserve life
• Prevent deterioration
• Promote recovery

Question 11

34.64.2 Basic Principles of First Aid, what does DRSABCD stand for

Answer 11

Dangers
Response
Send for help
Airways
Breathing
Circulation
Defibrillation.

Question 12

34.64.4 Describe the basic principles of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Answer 12

Is an emergency procedure for a person whose heart has stopped or is no longer breathing

• This is performed by chest compressions and rescue breaths
• CPR can maintain circulation and breathing until emergency medical help arrives.

Question 13

Passenger briefs must include what and include what when required

Must (6)

when (3)

Answer 13

Must include:
•The smoking regulation
•The stowage of seat trays prior to take off and landing
•The requirements of seatbelts
•Location of doors and emergency exits
•Evacuation Procedures
•Restriction on portable electronic devices

When required:
•Location of survival and emergency equipment
•Use of floatation devices
•The normal and emergency use of passenger oxygen

Question 14

10.66.4 Explain the steps in post-crash survivor management

Answer 14

The first priority is to evacuate the aircraft in case of fire.
Sit – Think – Observe – Plan

Question 15

10.66.6 List the priorities of survival in order of importance (6)

Answer 15

Morale, will to live
•First Aid
•Protection (Shelter)
•Location
•Water
•Food

Question 16

34.66.6 Explain the basic principles of survival

Answer 16

The priority after a crash needs to be on going guidance to survivors.

• It is important to make the most of searching the wreckage if safe collect extra clothing and blankets to protect against exposure.
• Protection from the elements are key, seek natural shelter to protect against rain and wind. It is important to maintain body heat

Question 17

10.66.8 Survival Kits what should be in it Protection, location, water, food

Answer 17

Protection – Lightweight rope, tarpaulin, knife. Waterproof matches and firelighters and thermal blanket for each seat.

• Location – Cell phone, personal locator beacon, compass, whistle, flares, mirror and torch.
• Water – Balloon or watertight container and water purification tablets.
• Food – Emergency rations (sweets, chocolate, soup and fruit, freeze dried meals), fishing lines.

Question 18

10.66.10 Explain the process of hypothermia

Answer 18

Hypothermia occurs when the body temperature drops below what is required for survival.

•Those who are injured, elderly, small or children are more likely to suffer along with the following aggravating factors:

• Hunger
• Dehydration
• Poor psychological stamina
• Lack of fitness

Question 19

How to prevent and treat hypothermia

Answer 19

Prevent - To prevent hypothermia gain shelter, remove wet clothes, try to dry them before putting them back on. Attend to the problem early, try to calm any anxiety.

Treat - insulate with clothing, share body warmth, monitor casualty