AVOP Safety and Emergency Response 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the first action upon discovering a fuel spill on the ramp?
- Clean it up immediately
- Notify airport operations and evacuate the area (Correct answer)
- Ignore small spills
- Drive through quickly
Correct answer: Notify airport operations and evacuate the area
Report any fuel spill immediately and move away. Do not attempt cleanup unless trained.
Report the spill to airport operations with location, approximate size, and fuel type. Evacuate the area and prevent other vehicles from entering. Never create ignition sources near fuel. Only trained hazmat personnel should handle cleanup.
Question 2: During an aircraft emergency, what should non-emergency vehicles do?
- Drive to help
- Clear the area and follow ATC/operations instructions (Correct answer)
- Continue normal operations
- Park and leave
Correct answer: Clear the area and follow ATC/operations instructions
Non-emergency vehicles must clear active surfaces and move to holding areas as directed.
Non-emergency operators must clear active surfaces, move to designated holding areas, and monitor radio for instructions. Emergency vehicles have absolute right-of-way. Approaching the scene without authorization interferes with rescue operations.
Question 3: What is the purpose of the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP)?
- Schedule maintenance
- Provide a framework for responding to emergency situations (Correct answer)
- Set departure times
- Plan construction
Correct answer: Provide a framework for responding to emergency situations
The AEP outlines procedures for all types of emergencies including accidents, security threats, and disasters.
The AEP, required under Part 139, covers aircraft incidents, fires, disasters, bomb threats, and hazmat incidents. It defines roles, communication procedures, and assembly points. AVOP holders should know their role in the AEP, particularly evacuation routes.
Question 4: What is the jet blast danger zone behind a large commercial aircraft at takeoff thrust?
- 50 feet (15 m)
- 100 feet (30 m)
- 200 feet (60 m)
- Up to 1,800 feet (550 m) or more (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Up to 1,800 feet (550 m) or more
Jet blast from large aircraft can be dangerous at distances exceeding 1,800 feet.
Jet blast from large aircraft at takeoff thrust produces wind velocities exceeding 100 mph well beyond 1,000 feet. Even at idle, jet blast can overturn light vehicles at close range. Vehicle operators must be aware of aircraft engine status and maintain safe distances.
Question 5: What should you do if you witness a bird strike on an aircraft?
- Ignore it
- Report location, species, and aircraft involved to operations immediately (Correct answer)
- Chase remaining birds
- Pick up remains immediately
Correct answer: Report location, species, and aircraft involved to operations immediately
Report with as much detail as possible to support wildlife management and safety programs.
Report immediately with details: aircraft involved, location, number and species of birds, and any damage observed. If remains are found, note location but do not disturb until wildlife management can collect them for identification. Reporting supports the wildlife hazard management program.
Question 6: What PPE is typically required for all airside vehicle operators?
- Hard hat and steel-toed boots only
- High-visibility vest, hearing protection in high-noise areas, and eye protection as needed (Correct answer)
- Full body armor
- No PPE required
Correct answer: High-visibility vest, hearing protection in high-noise areas, and eye protection as needed
At minimum, high-visibility clothing is required. Additional PPE varies by area and activity.
AVOP holders must wear high-visibility vests or clothing (ANSI Class 2 or higher) at all times on the airside. Additional PPE includes hearing protection near aircraft engines, safety footwear, and eye protection for specific tasks. Requirements vary by work area.
AVOP Safety and Emergency Response 2
What is the first action upon discovering a fuel spill on the ramp?