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What should passengers do if there are no dampened towels to breathe through during a fire?
What should the Flight Deck do if smoke is confirmed in the aircraft?
What should be preflighted to prevent fires on board?
What should be done with matches, lighters, or vape pens brought onboard?
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What should be done during post-fire containment?
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What is a common cause of smoke condensation on an aircraft?
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What should be done when reporting a problem on board?
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What should be done when heating or cooling an aircraft on the ground?
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What is the correct action to take with the Fire Containment Bag once it has been used to contain a lithium-ion battery fire?
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What is the primary purpose of the onboard fire extinguishers in the event of a lithium-ion battery fire?
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What should be done with a lithium-ion battery that has caught fire and been extinguished?
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What should be done in the event of a lithium-ion battery fire when the Fire Containment Bag is not available?
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What should be done to prevent a lithium-ion battery fire from re-igniting?
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What is an important step in the post-fire procedure for a lithium-ion battery fire?
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What should be done to control smoke in the event of a lithium-ion battery fire?
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Why should you not move a lithium-ion battery that has caught fire?
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What is the typical indication of a Class C fire?
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How often does a fire double in intensity?
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What is the average time an aircraft has to land before becoming uncontrollable after a fire starts?
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What should you do if the lavatory smoke detector is activated?
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What is a common indication of a fire?
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Where can fires commonly occur in an aircraft cabin?
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How should the presence of smoke or indication of fire be treated?
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What is the probability of an aircraft not making it to an airport safely after a fire starts?
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During a cabin advisory, what is the purpose of the 'A' flight attendant reminding FAs that an emergency preparation is not anticipated?
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What is the purpose of the briefings conducted by the 'A' flight attendant during a planned emergency?
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What is the first step in the emergency checklist for FAs 'B,' 'C,' and 'D'?
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What is the purpose of setting lights to bright during an emergency briefing?
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What information does the 'A' flight attendant obtain during the initial briefing with the Captain?
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What is the purpose of synchronizing watches during an emergency briefing?
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What is the role of the 'B' and 'D' flight attendants during the initial briefing?
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What is the purpose of the emergency checklist booklet?
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What is the primary action to avoid hypothermia during a post-evacuation survival situation?
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What type of call is a precursor to an actual cabin preparation?
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What is the meaning of a 2-chime call from the Flight Deck?
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What is the correct response to a high-pitched repetitive beep from the Flight Deck?
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What should the Flight Attendants do when the Captain contacts them via a normal 2-chime call?
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What is the purpose of the Cabin Advisory call?
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What should the 'A' Flight Attendant do when they receive a 3-chime call?
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What is the correct action to take during a post-evacuation survival situation?
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What is the primary purpose of the 30-second silent review in an evacuation scenario?
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What is the first phase of an evacuation?
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When should a Flight Attendant initiate an evacuation?
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What should passengers do during an evacuation?
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What is the purpose of the CLUE acronym in an evacuation scenario?
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Who should a Flight Attendant contact first in an evacuation scenario?
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What is the fourth phase of an evacuation?
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What should a Flight Attendant do before initiating an evacuation?
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Study Notes
Smoke Control Procedures
- In case of smoke, provide dampened towels for passengers to breathe through or have them cover their nose and mouth with their clothes
- Reseat customers and administer first aid if necessary
- Saturate and monitor the fire area
Fire Fighting Procedures
- In the Flight Deck, if smoke is confirmed, don oxygen at 100% emergency, avoid interphone use, turn off cabin fans, and turn off galley circuits
- Initiate descent to 10,000 ft
Preparing For and Preventing Fires
- Preflight all emergency equipment, galley trash flaps, and trash cart
- Preflight lavatories: ensure auto-Halon fire extinguishers are functioning, trash receptacle flaps are secure, and no items are stowed below the sink
- Watch for prohibited items onboard, such as matches, lighters, or vape pens
- Remain aware of surroundings, particularly lavatories
- Provide detailed information when reporting a problem
Unusual Situations
- When an aircraft is being heated or cooled on the ground, at least one floor-level exit must remain open
- Smoke condensation from the air pack can mimic a fire; notify the Flight Deck to shut off the pack
Characteristics of Fires
- Fires can be identified by flame, light, smoke color and smell, noise, heat, and hidden signs
- Class A fires have an ashy smell (gray/brown smoke), Class B fires have a burnt oil/petrol smell (black smoke), and Class C fires have a distinct acrid smell (light grey or white smoke with a bluish tinge)
Fire Spread and Containment
- A fire will double in intensity every 30 seconds until all fuel sources are used
- An aircraft has less than 20 minutes to land before becoming uncontrollable in the event of a fire
- One out of three aircraft may not make it to an airport safely
Types of Cabin Fires
- Fires can occur in the galley, overhead bins, electrical compartments, lavatories, waste containers, or seats and portable electronic devices
Abnormal Conditions
- The presence of smoke or indication of fire is an emergency and requires immediate action
Fire Indications
- Lavatory smoke detector activation, circuit breaker popping, hot spots, and power failure(s) can indicate a fire
Fire Containment Bag
- In the event of a lithium-ion battery fire, place the bag face down (logo side down) on the nearest lavatory floor, lock off the lavatory, and notify the Captain of the device location
- If no fire containment bag is available, follow steps 1-7 for lithium-ion battery fires
- After extinguishing the fire, continue to monitor the battery, ensure fire fighting agents are available, and do not move the device or attempt to smother/cover it
Post Fire Procedures
- Consider lithium-ion battery fires as hazardous materials
- Complete an Incident Report within 24 hours, a Cabin Condition Report, and potential witness reports
Post Evacuation Survival Tips
- Avoid hypothermia by staying together, near slides and aircraft parts.
- Do not swim!
- Use the H.E.L.P. technique: Huddle together, Eyes closed, Lean back, and Protect your head.
Emergency Procedures: Evacuations
- Cabin Advisory is a precursor to an actual cabin preparation.
- It's a normal communication from the Captain to the Flight Attendants.
Chime System - Flight Deck to Cabin
- 1 chime: Normal communication to one FA station.
- 2 chimes: Normal communication to all FA stations.
- 3 chimes: Emergency call, answered by the "A" Flight Attendant.
- High-pitched repetitive beep: EVACUATION signal, preceded by "Evacuate" command through PA.
Cabin Advisory - Irregular Situation
- The "A" Flight Attendant will brief with other crew members, identify the nature of the irregularity, and advise of a new flight plan.
- They will remind FAs that an Emergency preparation is not anticipated.
- Cabin service may be modified if necessary.
Emergency Checklist Booklet
- Everything in the checklist must be completed in order, time permitting.
Planned Emergency
- Conduct a briefing between the Captain and the "A" Flight Attendant.
- The "A" Flight Attendant will obtain TEST information: Type of emergency, Evacuation necessary, Signals, and Time until landing.
Land Emergency Checklists
- Step 1: Conduct a briefing between the "A" Flight Attendant and the crew.
- FA "B," "C," & "D" will complete SCOR: Secure galleys, Check slides & exits/remove red straps, Obtain emergency checklists, and Report to FWD galley.
- FA "B" & "D" will verify the passenger count while reporting for the brief.
Evacuation Procedures
- FA "A" or "B" will set lights to bright and brief passengers.
- All FAs will perform a safety demo, confirm passenger understanding, and assume jumpseat positions.
- FA "A" will notify the Captain that the cabin is secured and set cabin lights to outside conditions.
4 Phases of an Evacuation
- Phase 1: Get Prepared! (complete a 30-second silent review using the CLUE acronym).
- Phase 2: Get Out.
- Phase 3: Get Away.
- Phase 4: Get in Touch.
Initiating an Evacuation
- A Flight Attendant will NOT initiate an evacuation unless pilots are incapacitated or life-threatening conditions dictate.
- Wait 20 seconds, then attempt to contact the Flight Deck first.
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This quiz covers the procedures for controlling smoke in aircraft, including providing dampened towels, administering first aid, and reseating customers. It also covers procedures for the Flight Deck.
