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What is a mishap?
An unplanned occurrence, or series of occurrences, that result in damage or injury.
Damage to what classifies as a mishap? (Select all that apply)
Injury to who is classified as a mishap? (Select all that apply)
Which mishap category are we most concerned about?
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What are the subcategories of a mishap?
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What is considered a flight mishap?
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What constitutes intent for flight?
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What describes a flight-related mishap?
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What is an AGO mishap?
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What defines an RPA mishap?
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How are mishaps classified?
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What is a Class A mishap?
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What defines a Class B mishap?
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What is a Class C mishap?
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What describes a Class D mishap?
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What is a Class E mishap?
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What is the purpose of safety investigations?
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What takes precedence between SIB and AIB?
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What type of information does the SIB receive?
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When can privileged information be released?
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What is the information from a safety investigation used for?
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What three factors does the SIB consider?
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How long should a safety investigation be completed?
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If the investigation cannot be completed in the timeline, how is the extension requested?
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What does CA stand for?
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What does AIB stand for?
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What is the focus of an AIB?
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Can the SIB give punitive actions?
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When does flight medicine respond to IFEs?
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Who is on call for IFEs 24/7?
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What equipment is necessary for IFE medical support? (Select all that apply)
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Who must the transport vehicle be able to carry and to where?
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Where can you find a detailed list of what to bring to a mishap?
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What is important to do with your mishap kits?
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Study Notes
Definition of Mishap
- A mishap is an unplanned occurrence leading to damage or injury.
Classification of Damage
- Mishaps can involve damage to DoD property and public/private property.
Class of Injury
- Includes injuries to DoD military and civilian personnel, both on and off duty, as well as injuries to non-DoD personnel due to Air Force operations.
Primary Mishap Category
- Concern primarily lies with aviation mishaps.
Mishap Subcategories
- Includes Flight, Flight-Related, Aviation Ground Operations (AGO), and Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA).
Flight Mishap Definition
- Any mishap with intent for flight and resulting damage to DoD aircraft.
Intent for Flight
- Determined when aircraft brakes are released or takeoff power is applied.
Flight-Related Mishap
- Involves intent for flight without reportable aircraft damage but includes fatalities, injuries, or property damage.
AGO Mishap Definition
- Any mishap involving DoD aircraft without intent for flight resulting in damage, injury, or fatality.
RPA Mishap Definition
- Any mishap involving a DoD RPA/UAS but not involving a manned aircraft.
Mishap Classifications
- Classified by total cost and severity: Class A, B, C, D, E.
Class A Mishap Criteria
- Costs of $2 million or more, fatalities, permanent total disabilities, or destruction of aircraft.
Class B Mishap Criteria
- Costs between $500,000 and $2 million, permanent partial disability, or hospitalization of three or more personnel.
Class C Mishap Criteria
- Costs of $50,000 to $500,000, injuries causing loss of workdays, leading to job changes.
Class D Mishap Criteria
- Costs between $20,000 and $50,000, recordable injuries not fitting Class A, B, or C, requiring medical care beyond first aid.
Class E Mishap Criteria
- Work-related mishaps under Class D; reporting is voluntary unless specified otherwise.
Purpose of Safety Investigations
- Aimed at preventing future mishaps.
Precedence of Investigations
- Safety Investigation Board (SIB) takes precedence over Accident Investigation Board (AIB), except in criminal cases.
Information Access for SIB
- Receives privileged information.
Release of Privileged Information
- Can only be released by court order or Secretary of Defense directive.
Use of Safety Investigation Information
- Information is utilized for future mishap prevention.
SIB Considerations
- Evaluates human, material, and environmental factors.
Investigation Timeline
- Safety investigations should be completed within 30 days but may be extended for thoroughness.
Extension Request Process
- Investigations can be extended upon request from the SIB/Safety Investigation Officer (SIO) to the Convening Authority (CA).
Key Roles Defined
- CA: Convening Authority responsible for investigation oversight.
- AIB: Focuses on potential criminal charges related to mishaps.
SIB's Capacity
- The SIB cannot impose punitive actions.
Flight Medicine Response
- Flight medicine responds to all in-flight emergencies (IFE) during duty hours.
IFE On-Call Personnel
- At least one Flight Surgeon (FS) and one Technician are on call 24/7 for IFE incidents.
Equipment for Medical Support
- Essential items include a Transport Vehicle and a Flight Surgeon Mishap Investigation Kit.
Requirements for Transport Vehicle
- Must accommodate 2 first responders, 1 FS, and necessary medical equipment within a 10-mile radius of the airfield.
Reference for Mishap Kits
- Specific details on required equipment can be found in the Aircraft Mishap Investigation Handbook.
Maintenance of Mishap Kits
- It’s crucial to regularly test checklists and all equipment within mishap kits.
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