Emergency Equipment

Question 1

What do flight crew have to say to cabin crew when using their oxygen masks?

Answer 1

We are on oxygen.

Question 2

Describe the serviceability and operation of the flight crew fixed oxygen

Answer 2

Serviceability
Minimum dispatch pressure is 1300 psi or refer to MEL

Operation
Q200/Q300
1. Pull the mask down from its stowed position
2. Place the mask over the head, at the same time covering the wearer’s face with the mask
3. Select the microphone switch on the Crew member’s audio panel to MASK
4. Check that crew communication is possible
5. If smoke goggles are required they must be fitted over the mask frame.
Note: ‘On demand’ oxygen flow is controlled by a regulator on the mask Assembly

Question 3

Describe the serviceability and operation of the crash axe

Answer 3

Serviceability
Present

Operation
• As a lever to pry a panel away if the fire source is difficult to locate. (spike end only)
• As an aid while fighting fires in flight
• To deal with physical obstructions in the event of a crash: e.g. to chop/clear jammed doors or windows, broken seats or other obstructions to allow exit
• As a basic survival aid in a remote area. Use to chop wood for fires and shelter, dig for roots, cut vines, etc.

Question 4

Describe the serviceability and operation of the heat resistant gloves

Answer 4

Serviceability
Present

Operation
Carried primarily for use in firefighting to protect hands and arms from heat.

Question 5

Describe the serviceability and operation of the BCF

Answer 5

Secure in bracket
Red indicator disc present

Push catch up
Aim at base of fire
Squeeze trigger
Sweep over fire

Question 6

Describe the serviceability and operation of the

Question 7

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Question 10

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Question 11

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