Thursday CTL Flashcards
Single Engine Turnaround
Prior to opening L1 door, FA must:
- ensure FO is in forward cabin
- hand FO SET kit
- ensure A/C has come to a complete stop
- props have fully stopped turning
after L1 opening:
- FA to remain in L1 station when stairs deployed.
- ground staff member will relieve FA from bottom of the stairs so FA can complete turnaround duties
- FA may leave L1 station to perform headcount once FO has relieved FA at the top of stairs (after FO has completed their walkaround)
PAX usage of lav:
- FA must liaise with CAPT prior to L1 closure
- FA to recite “pre-flight toilet PA”
- L1 MUST be closed and seatbelt sign must be OFF
- FA to advise flight deck “Toilet Clear”
Pre-flight Serviceability - Puritan Bennet Smoke Hood
- Ensure tamper-proof seals are intact
- Ensure the vacuum sealed foil pouch has not obviously expanded
Operation of a Scott Oxygen Bottle
(RITE way)
- Remove dust cover (if fitted)
- Insert metal connector of the transparent oxygen tube into the appropriate flow outlet
- Turn the ON/OFF regulator valve fully anti-clockwise
- Ensure oxygen is flowing by checking the flow indicator
Operation - Puritan Bennet Smoke Hood
- Open the stowage container by pulling the red strap
- Open the foil pouch by pulling along the red tag
- Remove the smoke hood from the pouch
- Palms facing each other, place both hands inside the elastic neck seal of the smoke hood with the visor facing downwards
- Widen the elastic neck seal with the back of your hands
- Guide the smoke-hood over back of head and down over the face, shielding your face from blue nasal mask with your hands
- ensure your clothing, jewellery and hair is clear of the elastic neck seal
- pull the neck shield down over neck and upper shoulders with both hands
- grasp both adjustment straps at the lower corners at the front of the visor
- grasp both adjustment straps forward rapidly and simultaneously to activate the oxygen generator and inflate the smoke-hood
- pull the adjustment straps simultaneously backwards to seal the blue nasal mask over the nose and mouth
- adjust the smoke hood from the outside
- position the nasal mask high on the nose
- adjust the nasal mask and tighten the adjustment straps if necessary
Removal of the Puritan Bennet Smoke-Hood
- Move to a safe area, clear of fire and area affected by toxic fumes
- release the adjustment straps by pushing the buckles forward with thumbs
- palms facing each other, place hands under the elastic neck seal and widen the elastic neck seal
- ease the smoke-hood up and over the face
- brush hair with hands to break down any oxygen build up
- After removal store in a safe dry place and allow time for it to cool.
Oxygen Bottle Precautions
- do not allow oxygen to flow onto oil or grease to avoid an explosion
- do not use oxygen near an open flame as this may cause rapid combustion
- wipe any heavy makeup off a person’s face as grease-based makeup may ignite and cause burns
- handle oxygen bottles with care
Pre-flight serviceability - Smoke Mask
Contained in a sealed bag
Undamaged
Operation - Smoke Mask
- Secure 310L oxygen bottle to self using sling with bottle worn on the front
- Insert Smoke Mask connector
- (if using 310L Oxygen bottle) turn ON/OFF regulator valve of oxygen bottle fully anti-clockwise
- Purge the smoke mask to clear any debris or smoke and ensure oxygen is flowing
- apply smoke mask to face
- tighten 5 straps firmly to ensure an air tight seal
- regulate flow of oxygen
- turn emergency selector fully anti clockwise for constant flow
- turn emergency selector fully clockwise for on demand
Assist Fire Fighter Drill - Initial Contact with flight deck
- location of fire or smoke
- source of fire or smoke
- colour density and smell of smoke
Assist Fire Fighter Drill - follow up contact with flight deck
- status of situation
- effect on passengers
- number of fire extinguishers used
Cabin Compartment Fire Drill - Hot
- Check door/walls
- move PAX away from area
- open door slightly
- discharge BCF
- close door
- wait ONE minute
- reopen door slightly
- establish if fire is extinguished
- repeat procedure until fire extinguished
- saturate affected area with water or non flammable liquid
Cabin Compartment Fire Drill - Cold
- Check door/walls
- move PAX away from area
- open door slightly
- investigate
- gain access to fire
- discharge BCF
- establish if fire is extinguished
- repeat procedure until fire extinguished
- saturate affected area with water or non flammable liquid
Cabin Fire Drill
- Move PAX away from area
- Discharge BCF
- Establish if fire is extinguished
- Repeat procedure until fire is extinguished
Unaccompanied Minors (UMs)
What ages must travel as a UM when unaccompanied?
- 5 to 11
What must the child be able to identify after Safety demo?
- Row 1 EMG exits
- Row 6 EMG exits
- Location of Lifejacket
If there is a discrepancy in UM paperwork, who must FA advise?
-Captain
What must FA ensure if a child has medication listed on UM paperwork?
-that UM has medication in their cabin baggage (hand baggage, NOT in cargo)
If a child appears to be under the age of 12 appearing to be alone and does not have UM wristband, what must FA ask?
- who are you travelling with today?
- (if alone) What is their age?
What is the cabin preparation procedure?
(CEPICAFE)
Cabin Emergency Call
Emergency Landing Briefing
PAX Advised
Instructions to PAX
Cabin and Galley Duties
ABPs Briefed
Final Duties
Evacuation Plan Review
Cabin Emergency Call - expand
either
- EMG interphone call
- PA “This is the Captain. FA report to flight deck immedietly”
Emergency Landing Briefing - expand
(TIC)
1 Type of emergency
2 Intended plan of action
3 Cabin preparation type and time available
4 seating requirements ( moving PAX, assist special needs PAX)
5 type of landing including:
- flight deck door open/closed
- stopping on RWY or taxi to terminal
- shutdown location
6 evacuation speed/ disembarkation/ remain on board/ use of exits
7 if an evacuation is necessary, factors that could affect evacuation
- possibility of structural damage/fire
- possibility of unusual aircraft attitude
- high surface winds
- ground/water conditions
PAX Advised - expand
CAPT to make PA
FA to remain at L1
Ensure CAPTs PA is audible
Advise CAPT if PA is not audible
Make CAPTs PA on CAPTs advice if necessary
Instructions to PAX - expand
Recite instructions to PAX PA from Emergency Preparation Cards
Cabin and Galley Duties - expand
CHECK safety harness
PERFORM a cabin secure check
PERFORM a galley secure check
CHECK emergency equipment
ABPs Briefed - expand
PAX who may require a buddy
- disabled PAX
- assist PAX
- deaf/blind PAX
- UMs
- PAX with infants and children
Buddy Briefings
Exit Row Briefings
ABPs Briefed - expanded (Exit Row Briefings)
Row 1 - Water
- we are preparing to land on water
- this exit must not be used (point)
- when you hear the command “evacuate, evacuate” move to your nearest usable exit
- you must follow crew instructions at all times
- once again, only if you hear the command “evacuate” should you take action
- do you have any questions?
Row 1 - Land
- you may be required to assist with the operation of this exit (point)
- only if you hear the command “evacuate, evacuate” should you take action
- first check outside condition for fire, water or any other obstructions
- this exit must not be used if we land on water
- if conditions are not safe, do not open exit, and move to your nearest usable exit
- if the exit is safe to open, remove the cover and pull down on the handle (point)
- turn the exit on its side, throw it out and evacuate the aircraft
- you must follow crew instructions at all times
- once again, only if you hear the command “evacuate” should you take action
- do you have any questions?
Row 6
- you may be required to assist with the operation of these exits (point)
- only if you hear the command “evacuate, evacuate” should you take action
- first check outside conditions for fire, water or any other obstructions
- if conditions are not safe, or there is water over the wings, do not open exit, and move to your nearest usable exit
- if the exit is safe to open, push these seats (point) forward as far as possible
- remove the cover and pull down on the handle (point)
- turn the exit on its side, throw it out and evacuate the aircraft
- you must follow crew instructions at all times
- once again, only if you hear the command “evacuate” should you take action
- do you have any questions?
Final Duties - expand
Ensure cabin lights are ON
Return to allocated seat and secure full harness.
Notify flight deck “Cabin Secure” via interphone
Brace for impact when the “Brace for Impact” has been given
Evacuation Plan Review - Expanded
Ensure all crew are aware of who initiates the evacuation
Recite the “Cabin Evacuation Drill”
Review what is expected after all PAX have evacuated
