Aircraft Safety Equipment: BCF, Hafex, and Fire Axe

• Study notes on different types of safety equipment

BCF Type 1

• This extinguisher is green
• Pre-flight checks include verifying the red 'full' indicator disc is in place, the red safety catch is down, and, if fitted, the pressure gauge is in the green section
• The approximate duration is between 7 and 10 seconds

BCF Type 2

• Type 2 extinguishers are red
• Pre-flight checks: pressure gauge in the green, safety pin and plastic seal in place and intact
• Approximate duration is between 7 and 10 seconds

Hafex

• The extinguisher is red with a green stripe to comply with UK regs
• Pre-flight: pressure gauge in green, safety pin and plastic seal in place and intact
• The approximate duration is 15 seconds

Fire Axe

• Used to remove furnishings or panels to locate a fire source
• Insulated handle prevents electric shock
• The blade can be used in survival situations
• Pre-flight: axe in good condition with no blade damage; handle's rubber insulation undamaged.

Smoke Goggles

• Located in the Flight Deck for pilot use when smoke is present
• Pre-flight: goggles are in good condition

Oxycrew Smoke Hood

• Self-contained oxygen device that's made of flame-resistant material to protect the head, eyes, chest, and respiratory system from smoke, toxic gases, heat, flying sparks, and dripping plastics
• Pre-flight: box is secured with clamp or clasps; yellow serviceability indicator partially intact and visible in window; indicator in window displays green
• Minimum duration is expected to be 20 minutes

Fire Gloves

• Heat-resistant gloves provide protection against fire or dangerous goods incidents; intended for emergency use
• Pre-flight: gloves are in good condition

Oxygen Type 1 – Scott 311

• The SCOTT 311 oxygen bottle has a capacity of 311 liters, carry strap, and contents gauge
• Pre-flight: the pressure gauge shows at least 3/4 full; the oxygen mask is fitted to the HI flow outlet; the oxygen mask, tube and carry strap are in good condition, and if fitted, the anti-tamper device is in place
• The cylinder has two outlets, but normally only the HI flow outlet is used
• When turned on, a green flow indicator in the tubing confirms oxygen is flowing
• HI flow (4 liters per minute) duration: approximately 75 minutes
• LOW flow (2 liters per minute) duration: approximately 150 minutes
• Passenger first aid: oxygen level should not fall below 1/4 full

Oxygen Type 2 Avox

• The AVOX oxygen bottle has a capacity of 311 liters, carry strap, and contents gauge
• Pre-flight checks: a red square is visible in the display window; the pressure gauge shows at least 3/4 full; the oxygen mask is connected; the oxygen mask, tube and carry strap are in good condition, and if fitted, the anti-tamper device is in place
• When turned on: a green flow indicator in the tubing confirms oxygen is flowing; two masks are available
• HI flow (4 liters per minute) duration: approximately 75 minutes
• LOW flow (2 liters per minute) duration: approximately 150 minutes
• For passenger first aid, do not let the oxygen level fall below 1/4 full

Therapeutic Oxygen Bottle

• Provided for passenger first aid and ensures a consistent flow of oxygen
• A cannula mask is in the bag for prolonged oxygen needs, fitted with a carry strap and contents gauge
• Pre-flight: bottle contains oxygen, regulator dial is set to green number 4 on the white background, the bottle is turned off, face mask is fitted to the outlet flow in its protective pouch, oxygen mask, tube and carry strap are in good condition, and a cannula and spare face mask is available in the pouch
• Duration depends on the mask and the breathing ability of the passenger

First Aid Kit (FAK)

• For common first aid like cuts and grazes, similar to workplace kits
• Certified for aircraft use; includes basic medication for passengers
• Pre-flight: ensure the kit is sealed

Emergency Medical Kit (EMK)

• Contains enhanced medical supplies like drugs and medical equipment for serious incidents
• Provided by MedAire, who can be contacted inflight for advice
• Drugs should only be administered by qualified medical professionals
• Pre-flight: ensure the kit is sealed

Everyday First Aid Kit

• A small kit with commonly used items like plasters, paracetamol, aspirin, and burns gel provided with catering

Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

• Carried for cardiac arrest emergencies, operate with AED and CPR training
• All Jet2.com aircraft are equipped with the HeartSine Samaritan 500P
• Pre-flight: AED bag is sealed, status indicator flashes green at least once every 5 seconds

Emergency Locator Transmitter (ELT)

• Equipped with a small, lightweight combined locator transmitter
• The ELT is waterproof but will not float
• Expected to have a duration of 48 hours
• Pre-flight: expected duration of 48 hours

Lifejacket

• Provided in case of ditching, for anyone over age 2
• Passenger lifejackets are yellow; crew lifejackets are orange/flame red
• All lifejackets have a water-activated light and a whistle

Infant Lifejacket

• For infants between 0 and 32lbs/16kgs
• Dual chamber with two inflation bottles and two activating toggles

Megaphone (MEG)

• Used to enhance communication during crowd control
• Pre-flight: megaphone is present, stowed correctly, and works with an audible noise when the handle is squeezed