Standard Flashcards
Evacuating with an I/ESB attached:
What needs to be released when evacuating from airbag seat belt and a non-airbag seat belt?
Airbag seat belts: both the ISB and the seat belt buckle must be released.
Non-airbag seat belts: only the guardians seat belt should be unfastened, the ISB should be taken with them
You go to cross check your opposite door & find that it is not in armed / automatic. What are your actions?
Arm the door & advise the CCM when they return
Whos responsibility is it to record the times when the SH’s are used?
The co-ordinator
Who is the only member of the operating crew that is not allowed to use the crew rest area?
The Captain - They must use the FDCR
While on the ground with pax onboard, as the CCM responsible for the L3 door, what mode should it be in & should it be monitored or manned?
Manual / disarmed
Manned
Which side of the raft should you use the sea dye marker? What is its duration?
Upwind side
45 mins
Which two areas should be security checked & locked prior to landing?
Toilets
CRA
Where should the required crew be during the primary PA and what should they be doing?
Demo positions
Selecting ABPs
Where should a baby’s head be when placed in a SC / BB / IC?
Away from the aisle
Where are the spoilers?
On the upper surface of the wing
Where are the flaps and where are the slats?
Flaps - leading AND trailing edge of the wing
Slats - leading edge of the wing (Airbus only)
Where & what is the function of the “lug” on the BCF stowage?
Fitted under bracket
Prevents inadvertant discharge
When you hear “Emergency Stations” how long do you have before impact?
75 seconds
When you hear “Brace, Brace” how long do you have before impact?
20 seconds
When using the smoke hood, what must you do if the quick-start toggle fails?
Wait 1 minute before exerting yourself
When using the mooring line to join with other slide / rafts, what is the minimum distance you should leave between them?
25 feet (7.5 metres)
When using a whistle, what is the international distress signal?
6 short bursts
1 minute silence
6 short bursts
When using a BCF (old style) you push the trigger away from you. True or false?
True
When turbulence warrents that the crew should be seated, do you need to wait for the flight crew to instruct you?
No
Cabin crew may take their seats whenever they feel it necessary for safety reasons.
When the Least Risk Bomb Location (LRBL) has been prepared, where should the CCMs from the aft doors be seated for landing?
Behind the last row of pax, at least 6 rows fwd of the LRBL
When packing out the LRBL, how long should the indicator line be?
6 - 8 feet
When leaving the fligh deck, do you need to check the camera or the spy hole?
You need to check both
When it is necessary to use the engineering steps to board the aircraft what precautions should you take?
Only 2 crew at a time
Must have 1 hand free to hold the hand rail
When do PFCs of the CRA, how do you check blankets, pillows etc?
Carefully lift, search around, under & between
When bracing in a fwd facing seat, what position should you head be in?
Chin down to chest
What wording on the safety card should be visable above the seat pocket?
“SAFETY ON BOARD”
What will a day flare emit when activated?
Vivid orange smoke
What 3 things must you brief a staff pax on who is sitting on a crew jumpseat?
Harness operation
Crew brace position
ABP briefing (if at an exit)
What stages of flight are considered to have a “sterile” flight deck?
Take off (start of role until landing gear up) Landing (Landing gear down until leaving the run way)
What should you ensure before opening any door in a ditching?
That the water is not above the door sill
What should you do in the galleys following a decompression?
Turn off power
Water shut off
What should you bear in mind when restraining a pax in the J cabin?
They cannot be restrained in the last row as crew cannot get behind the seat.
Yellow handcuff strap must not be used
What security checks make up part of the PFC of a toilet?
No tampering / graffiti
Remove and search in, around and; under bin
Search stowages that can be opened easily
747: Remove water heater panel
What precautions should you take to prevent fire hazards when using galley chillers?
The cart ventillation panel must face into the stowage
Chillers should be switched off after each use
All chillers should be switched off at TOD
What must crew consider before initiating an evacuation?
That the engines have stopped running
What items must crew carry on each flight?
Passport, ID Torch; spare batteries (or additional torch if batteries are permanently installed) Wristwatch with second hand Hi Viz tabard Girls: Cabin shoes FSM / CSS: Sufficient briefings
What items can be left out on the galley surfaces between services?
J galleys - nothing
W/Y galleys - 1 box containing juice & water
What is the sequence of the secondary PA demo?
Seat belt, LJ, safety card, lights, exits
What is the responsibility of non required crew in an evacuation?
To manage the flow of pax to all usable exits
What is the procedure for door opening from outside of the aircraft?
Ground staff knock twice
Check door is in manual / disarmed and the area around the door is free from any obstruction
Give thumbs up for 2 seconds
Door should open after approx 5 seconds
What is the minimum amount of crew you must have before going out to the aircraft?
5 (1 must be an FSM or CSS)
What is the minimum age for a staff pax sitting on a jumpseat at an exit & not at an exit?
At exit 16+
Not at exit 12+
What is the maximum weight of cabin baggage allowed in the J class ottoman?
2 KG's 5KG's (330) 6KG's (787) NIL 330-200 NIL 350
What is the maximum amount of time permitted for crew to travel to the airport?
1 hour 45 minutes
What is the duration of a parachute flare?
40 seconds
What is the duration of a BCF?
15 seconds
What is the duration of each individual end of the day / night flare?
20 seconds each end
What is the drill for a lithium battery fire?
Disconnect from ISPS
Cool using a non-flammable liquid
Use BCF
What is the definition of a short notice emergency landing?
With less than 5 minutes to prepare
What is the definition of manning a door?
Close enough to grab the door handle
What is the crew report time for an inbound sector?
1 hour 20 minutes
What is the age range for UMNRs?
5 - 12
What is the additional PFC of the crew tabard?
The protective cover is fitted
What is the PFC of the interphone?
LHS calls RHS, RHS calls back
Both test PA function
What is the PFC of the PRK?
Pouch is intact and unopened
What does the NITES briefing stand for?
Nature Intention Time to impact Escape routes Signal to brace
What do you do if a Toilet Smoke Detector System (TSDS) is not working?
Inform captain/engineers who will check the MEL
What are crew signing in to say?
Have read the crew notices and company emails Have read safety updates Manuals are up to date Are in check with recurrents Fit to operate