Physical Environment

Question 1

How is Vibratory Induced White Finger Syndrome caused?

Answer 1

Using hand tools and other types of hand held equipment that vibrate at a frequency range between 50-150Hz

Question 2

At what frequency range is vibration problematic due to the absorption of the body?

Answer 2

0.5-20Hz

Question 3

What are the two engineer specialties split into and what are their license categories?

Answer 3

Airframe and Power plane (B1)

Electrical and Avionic (B2)

Question 4

What effect does age have on the musculoskeletal system?

Answer 4

Stiffens and weakens muscles

Question 5

What should engineers do to help ward off onset fatigue?

Answer 5

Take allocated breaks

Question 6

What is the main danger concerning repetitive tasks?

Answer 6

Become so practiced they cease to refer to the manuals or job cards

Question 7

List steps taken to help visual inspections

Answer 7

Ensure area is understood
Make environment conducive to visual inspection task
Systematic visual search
Examine thoroughly
Record problems
Restart a few steps prior to where you stopped