Emergency Response and Safety Flashcards

What action should a ramp employee take if they see fuel spilling near an aircraft?

Answer: Stop fueling immediately, move ignition sources away, and notify the fueling supervisor and operations

A fuel spill near an aircraft is a fire hazard requiring immediate cessation of fueling, removal of ignition sources, and notification to the fueling supervisor and operations.

What is the color of the warning lights used to mark runway hold short positions on an airfield?

Answer: Yellow

Yellow in-pavement lights and yellow painted hold bars mark runway hold short positions where vehicles and aircraft must stop without ATC clearance.

What is the recommended action if an employee witnesses a bird strike on an aircraft?

Answer: Report it immediately to airline crew, airport operations, and log it for FAA wildlife strike database submission

Bird strikes must be reported immediately to operations and logged in the FAA National Wildlife Strike Database to support aviation safety research.

What should an employee do if they observe smoke coming from an aircraft wheel well after landing?

Answer: Alert ARFF and Airport Operations immediately and keep the area clear

Smoke from an aircraft wheel well indicates potential brake overheat or fire requiring immediate ARFF notification and area clearance.

What is the safe speed limit for ground vehicles operating in most US airport ramp areas?

Answer: 15 mph

Most US airport ramp areas enforce a 15 mph speed limit for ground service vehicles to prevent collisions with aircraft and personnel.

What is the meaning of a red X painted on a runway?

Answer: The runway is closed and must not be used for landing or takeoff

A red X displayed on a runway means it is officially closed to all aircraft operations and must not be used regardless of conditions.