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Which field studies basic behavioral processes such as clinical and organizational psychology?
Which field studies basic behavioral processes such as clinical and organizational psychology?
- Medical Science
- Experimental Psychology (correct)
- Educational Psychology
- Human Anatomy
What aspect distinguishes a team from a group?
What aspect distinguishes a team from a group?
- Individually and collectively accountable (correct)
- Having a larger number of people
- Possessing a formal leader
- Being more dependent
What is the term that encompasses all aspects of rest and readiness for work?
What is the term that encompasses all aspects of rest and readiness for work?
- Complacency
- Norms
- Fatigue
- Alertness (correct)
What encompasses the interdisciplinary study of minds as information processors?
What encompasses the interdisciplinary study of minds as information processors?
What is defined as the fear of enclosed spaces?
What is defined as the fear of enclosed spaces?
Which psychological factor in aviation maintenance develops over time?
Which psychological factor in aviation maintenance develops over time?
What does anthropometrics study?
What does anthropometrics study?
Which human factor can disrupt maintenance procedures on an aircraft?
Which human factor can disrupt maintenance procedures on an aircraft?
What is primarily indicated as a cause of accidents in aviation?
What is primarily indicated as a cause of accidents in aviation?
Which term refers to the fear of heights?
Which term refers to the fear of heights?
What is the main premise of Murphy's Law?
What is the main premise of Murphy's Law?
Which of these is a human factor that can affect maintenance work environments?
Which of these is a human factor that can affect maintenance work environments?
What are the three mediums of oral communication identified?
What are the three mediums of oral communication identified?
What condition is a synonym for fatigue due to labor?
What condition is a synonym for fatigue due to labor?
What best describes the collective responsibilities of a group?
What best describes the collective responsibilities of a group?
Which of the following human factors can lead to operational distractions?
Which of the following human factors can lead to operational distractions?
What are the three types of human error?
What are the three types of human error?
What is the primary cause of most engineering-related incidents?
What is the primary cause of most engineering-related incidents?
How is human error characterized in the context of aviation safety?
How is human error characterized in the context of aviation safety?
What does the term 'white finger' refer to in a medical context?
What does the term 'white finger' refer to in a medical context?
Which of the following statements about a certificated mechanic's privileges is true?
Which of the following statements about a certificated mechanic's privileges is true?
If a 737 loses oil from both engines after servicing, how can this incident be characterized?
If a 737 loses oil from both engines after servicing, how can this incident be characterized?
In aviation safety assessments, which type of error is often considered the most critical?
In aviation safety assessments, which type of error is often considered the most critical?
What role does proper maintenance play in aviation safety?
What role does proper maintenance play in aviation safety?
What are the possible consequences of human error?
What are the possible consequences of human error?
What type of inspection can be performed under supervision by an appropriately rated mechanic?
What type of inspection can be performed under supervision by an appropriately rated mechanic?
What is the maximum penalty for falsification under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations?
What is the maximum penalty for falsification under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations?
What must FAA certificated mechanics do regarding a major repair for which they are rated?
What must FAA certificated mechanics do regarding a major repair for which they are rated?
Which operation is NOT allowed for FAA certificated mechanics?
Which operation is NOT allowed for FAA certificated mechanics?
What is a consequence of human error that directly affects physical safety?
What is a consequence of human error that directly affects physical safety?
What can appropriately rated mechanics do regarding minor alterations?
What can appropriately rated mechanics do regarding minor alterations?
What is necessary for a mechanic to perform a 100-hour inspection?
What is necessary for a mechanic to perform a 100-hour inspection?
What are the two types of human failure identified by Dr. James Reason?
What are the two types of human failure identified by Dr. James Reason?
What is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?
What is the maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate?
Which publication contains standards for protrusion of bolts through self-locking nuts?
Which publication contains standards for protrusion of bolts through self-locking nuts?
What are the three types of human error?
What are the three types of human error?
When is the replacement of fabric on fabric-covered parts considered a minor repair?
When is the replacement of fabric on fabric-covered parts considered a minor repair?
Which part of the Federal Aviation Regulations prescribes the requirements for issuing mechanic certificates?
Which part of the Federal Aviation Regulations prescribes the requirements for issuing mechanic certificates?
How is a quality system assured?
How is a quality system assured?
What is referred to as the positive aspects of human factor issues?
What is referred to as the positive aspects of human factor issues?
Study Notes
Noise
- The study of noise includes the study of various basic behavioral processes.
Human Factors in Aviation Maintenance
- The study of how people learn is called educational psychology.
- The study of the measurement of human physical attributes is called anthropometrics.
- Fear of enclosed spaces is called claustrophobia.
- Fear of heights is called acrophobia.
- Human factors are conditions that affect a human in the aviation maintenance work environment.
- Fatigue is weariness from labor or exertion, including temporary loss of power and ability to respond.
- Complacency is a human factor in aviation maintenance that typically develops over time.
- Lack of knowledge is a human factor in aviation maintenance that can be a result of lack of experience or training.
- Murphy's Law states that if something can go wrong, it will go wrong.
Aviation Safety
- Engineering-related incidents are often caused by installing worn or old components, installing components incorrectly, or installing dirty connectors.
- White finger is a disorder of the finger that may occur through continuous use of pneumatic tools because of reduced blood flow.
Mechanic Privileges and Limitations
- A mechanic who does not read, write, speak, and understand the English language may be eligible to apply for a mechanic certificate.
- A repair, as performed on an airframe, includes upkeep and preservation, restoration to a condition for safe operation, and simple or minor preservation operations.
- The 100-hour inspection required by Federal Aviation Regulations for certain aircraft being operated for hire may be performed by appropriately rated mechanics only if they have an inspection authorization.
- FAA certificated mechanics may approve for return to service a major repair for which they are rated.
- FAA certificated mechanics may supervise and approve a 100-hour inspection.
- The maximum penalty for falsification, alteration, or fraudulent reproduction of certificates, logbooks, reports and records is imprisonment for one year and a $5,000.00 fine.
- The maximum duration of a temporary airman certificate is 90 days.
- The part of the Federal Aviation Regulations that prescribes the requirements for issuing mechanic certificates and associated ratings and the general operating rules for the holders of these certificates and ratings is 14 CFR Part 65.
- A quality system is assured through an internal reporting and auditing system.
- The positive aspects of human factor issues are referred to as the "magnificent seven."
Human Failure
- Two types of human failure can occur: active and latent.
- Three types of human error are omission, commission, and extraneous.
- The primary cause of accidents is human error, such as fatigue, distraction, complacency, and lack of knowledge.
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This quiz explores the role of human factors in aviation maintenance, including how learning, fatigue, and complacency affect safety. It also touches on psychological conditions such as claustrophobia and acrophobia, which can impact maintenance operations. Test your knowledge on these crucial elements of aviation safety.
