Aviation Maintenance Training Guidelines

Study Notes

Workshop Safety Guidelines

Keep the workshop tidy to prevent slipping or tripping hazards; store materials neatly.
Maintain clear walkways free from materials, scrap, and debris.
Immediately remove flammable rubbish near ignition sources (welding, cutting, heating).
Ensure fire extinguisher stations are accessible and unobstructed.

Safety Signs and Symbols

Importance of safety signs to communicate hazards and emergency strategies.
Hazard signs warn of nearby dangers, while wet floor signs indicate slippery surfaces.
Radioactivity symbols caution against exposure to radioactive materials.
High voltage signs alert to potentially lethal electrical encounters.

Electrical Hazards

Risks associated with electrical work: burns from energized equipment and equipment failures leading to arc-blasts.
Arc-blasts result in thermal radiation, pressure waves, and flying projectiles.
Explosions can occur when ignition sources interact with explosive mixtures; defective electrical equipment often causes fires.

Compressed Gases Safety

Inspect air hoses regularly; replace worn or broken ones immediately.
Maintain connections leak-free and in-line oilers operational.
Drain water sumps routinely and filter air used for paint spraying.
Never use compressed air for cleaning hands or clothing; this can cause injuries by forcing debris into the skin.
Store air hoses correctly to avoid trips and falls.

Hearing Protection

Ramp and flight line noise from various sources requires hearing protection to prevent potential hearing loss.
Types include external muffs and internal ear plugs; both types effectively reduce sound levels.

Foreign Object Damage (FOD)

FOD refers to damage caused by loose objects, necessitating clean work environments and effective tool control programs.
FOD programs are critical to prevent aircraft incidents, including engine intake and exhaust hazards.

Safety Around Aircraft

Technicians must maintain visibility to pilots when on the ramp and remain aware of surrounding aircraft.
Turbine engine areas are particularly hazardous due to intake and exhaust dangers.

Airport Safety Regulations

Covers general aviation airport safety, runway safety, firefighting, signage, airshow programs, and debris management.

Civil Aviation Safety Regulations

Consists of guidelines on licensing, general operations, airworthiness, and aviation safety management.

Workplace Hazard Identification

Four classes of workplace hazards: negligible, marginal, critical, catastrophic.
Critical incidents define potential hazards that can lead to injuries, and critical inspection and reporting are essential.
Proactive and predictive approaches are crucial for identifying and mitigating potential hazards.

Hazard Reporting Procedures

Safety inspections should regularly involve supervisor and worker input to identify potential hazards.
The Critical Incident Technique encourages reporting unsafe practices or behaviors, either written or verbally, to enhance workplace safety.

Description

This quiz focuses on important workshop practices essential for aviation maintenance training. It emphasizes safety concerns, such as managing hazards like slipping or tripping, and proper material storage. Review these guidelines to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.