Vol.1 Flashcards
What is the estimated percent of accidents caused by nature?
2%
What is the percentage of accidents attributable to unsafe acts and physical hazards?
98%
Which directives are used when performing maintenance procedures?
Manuals, TOs, and handbooks
What safety training phase is described as an effective tool that creates a lasting impression for new airmen?
initial
A chemical must be identified as a carcinogen in the MSDS if concentrations are greater than what percent?
0.1%
Hazardous waste management system rules are published by who?
EPA
Temporary storage of hazardous materials at a central accumulation point cannot exceed how many days?
90 days
What affects radiation hazards?
strength of emission, time of exposure, and weather
What is the recommended procedure for cooling an overheated brake assembly?
park the aircraft in an isolated location and allow the assembly to cool in ambient air
Where is the noise intensity of a jet engine at its greatest?
toward the rear of the engine and to either side at an angle of 45 degrees
Which symptom is not a sign of noise fatigue?A. DizzinessB. Emotional irritabilityC. A feeling of emptinessD. Impaired mental concentration
C. A feeling of emptiness
when launching an aircraft with live ammunition, who is responsible for removing the safety devices associated with these explosives?
weapons personnel
Before moving an explosives-loaded aircraft into a hangar, what must be done?
remove all ammunition and explosives
all composite material-related safety training must be documented on which AF IMT?
Form 55
What is the first step in developing an effective FOD prevention program?
Identify all possible sources of FOD
Who is responsible for FOD prevention?
everyone
When a lost tool cannot be located, who is the lowest person authorized to clear a red X?
maintenance operations officer/ maintenance superintendent
In most units, who is responsible for investigating dropped object?
QA
The pressure in a fire extinguisher is within the safe operating range when the gauge needle is within what markings?
Green markings
How far should individuals not directly involved with nitrogen servicing be?
A 20ft radius
Who is responsible for the -1 TO preflight check?
the aircrew
Where do you position yourself when serving as a fireguard?
even with the nose of the aircraft and at a 45 degree angle outboard of the engine being started
What reference covers internationally accepted hand signals?
AFI 11-218
During an aircraft tow, who is authorized to give the “all clear to move” order?
Supervisor only
