Physical fitness, Psychological aspects and passenger care Flashcards
What are the things on the Physical fitness checklist?
Valid Medical Certificate Ill or Medications Emotional Problems Alcohol Sleep operate with safety
What is the effect of 30mg alcohol?
Increased risk of accident
What is the effect of 50mg alcohol?
Positive Impaired judgement
What is the effect of 80mg alcohol?
Loss of Driving license
What is the effect of 150mg alcohol?
Loss of self control
How long does it take for 1 unit of alcohol to dissipate?
1 hours
What are some Psychological stressors?
Family illness Marital problems Family death Financial problems Strained work relations Difficult flight
What are some Physical stressors?
Concentration Turbulence Eye strain Flashing light Excessive heat Vibration Excessive cold Noise Uncomfortable/Tired/Unwell
What are some preparations for Psychological stressors?
Be well prepared Well placed confidence Leave worries at home Do not procrastinate Do not be afraid to discuss Do not be overexcited
What are some preparations for Physical stressors?
Keep fit Eat well Sleep well Relax properly Time management Control of your physical environment
If the sun is travelling westward, travelling westward is?
Easier
If the sun is travelling westward, travelling eastward is?
tougher
What aid with jetlag?
Zeitgebers
what phase of flight is most effect due to mental workload?
Approach and landing
what phase of flight is least effect due to mental workload?
Cruise
What is in the 7 “P”s rule?
Prior Preparations Planning Prevents Possible Poor Performance
What is red mist?
It is a term used by the emergency services to describe what can happen to a driver on the way to an emergency
What is Airmanship?
The consistent use of good judgment and well-developed knowledge, skills and attitude to accomplish flight objectives
Who developed airmanship?
Crew Resource Management (CRM) AND Threat and Error Management(TEM)
What is Situational Awareness?
The perception of the elements in the environment within a volume of time and space, the comprehension of their meaning and the predictions of their status in the near future
What is NUTA?
Notice, Understand and Think Ahead
What are the 3 processes of Endlsey definition?
Perception
Comprehension
Projection
What is the definition of TEM?
the process of detecting and responding to all the various threats and errors which occur when conducting a task and to ensure that their ensuing outcome is inconsequential
What is the definition of CRM?
the effective utilization of available resources to achieve a safe and efficient operation
What are the 3 types of errors?
Aircraft handling
Procedural
Communications
What are the 3 types of Management?
Anticipation (Avoid)
Recognition ( Trap)
Recovering ( Mitigate)
What might cause the pilot to select the wrong position on the fuel tank switch?
Looking but not seeing
poor aircraft familiarization
No generic approach to aircraft design
Why might a Halon extinguisher not be used in the cockpit?
Fumes given off are dangerous
What is Type A materials for fire?
Wood, Paper, Textiles and Rubbish
What is Type B materials for fire?
Flammable liquids
What is Type C materials for fire?
Used on Electrical Equipment
Which fire extinguishers are used for Type A fires?
Water
Foam
Dry Chemical
Which fire extinguishers are NOT used for Type A fires?
Carbon dioxide
Which fire extinguishers are used for Type B fires?
Foam
Carbon dioxide
Dry chemical
Which fire extinguishers are used for NOT Type B fires?
Water
Which fire extinguishers are used for Type C fires?
Carbon dioxide
Dry Chemical
Which fire extinguishers are used for NOT Type B fires?
Water
Foam
When should you move an injured person?
If there was a risk or fire or explosion or if the victim is literally dying and cannot be treated in that position
What should be your first response to an injured person?
Assessment of the injury
What are the two basic methods to control bleeding?
Direct pressure
Pressure points
For how long should pressure be applied to control bleeding?
Not more than 15 minutes at a time
What can be done to help control bleeding?
Keep casualty still and where possible try to elevate the wound
What should be done before moving a fracture person?
The fracture should be immobilized
What should you check every 15 minutes after strapping a fractured person?
Ensure its not causing lack of circulation
What should the splint do?
Immobilize the joint from either side of the fracture
If a person is on fire which fire extinguisher do you use?
Powder extinguisher and avoid it from face
What can you use to smother a person on fire?
Blanket
What should you not use to smother flames?
Nylon or combustible material
What can you immediately treat burns with?
Water
What will submerging a burned limb for 15 mins in water do?
Minimize damage to tissue and reduce pain
What is a Shock?
Medical term for collapse due to the inadequate circulation of the blood
How is a Shock?
Severe loss of blood as a result of a hemorrhage by the plasma loss associated with serve burns or by the loss of body fluids from excessive vomiting or diarrhea. Or serve psychological stress
What are the symptoms of shocks?
Pallid skin Sweating Nausea Restlessness Confusion Weakness Loss of consciousness
What is the treatment for Shock?
Placed at rest
kept warm
lights coverings
legs slightly raised to encourage the return of blood to the brain
What are the procedures of the initial assessment?
Check if airways is clear
Ensure adequate breathing
Check circulation and begin artificial respiration if necessary
How many breaths per minute for Artificial Respiration?
One forced breath for every 5-8 compressions
How many compressions should be done in a minute?
60 compressions
What does the symbol V mean for rescue?
Required assistance
What does the symbol X mean for rescue?
Required medical assistance
What does the symbol N mean for rescue?
No or Negative
What does the symbol Y mean for rescue?
Yes or Affirmative
What does the symbol “ARROW” mean for rescue?
Proceeding in this direction
