The Hazards of Oxygen

They ignite more rapidly and burn with greater intensity.

It forms a highly-explosive mixture.

An explosive rupture with extreme danger to life and property.

<p>Severe 'burns' (frostbite) if it comes in contact with the skin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Only qualified and authorized persons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Towed, stationary, or self-propelled</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>From the electrical service of the facility</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An onboard engine that turns a generator to produce power</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>All electrical safety precautions should be observed when servicing an aircraft with a power unit. Additionally, the power unit should not be moved when service cables are attached to an aircraft or when the generator system is engaged.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The smallest units used to start light aircraft are normally mounted on wheels or skids and are equipped with an extra-long electrical line terminated in a suitable plug-in adapter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When parking a power unit for servicing an aircraft, it should be parked in a way that the service cable is extended to near its full length away from the aircraft being serviced. However, the cable should not be stretched or undue stress should not be placed on the aircraft electrical receptacle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Position the unit to prevent collision with the aircraft being serviced or others nearby.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The technician must use caution while performing maintenance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Clean areas before connecting filling hose and do not overinflate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One person is stationed at the control valves of the servicing equipment, and one person is stationed where he or she can observe the pressure in the aircraft system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Communication is necessary to coordinate their actions and respond effectively to any emergency situations that may arise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Consulting the manual ensures that the proper types of servicing equipment are used, which is crucial for the safety and proper functioning of the aircraft.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The risks include providing a potential source of ignition and the potential for an oxygen-rich environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oxygen servicing of aircraft should be accomplished outside hangars.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Do not service aircraft with oxygen during fueling, defueling, or other maintenance work that could provide a source of ignition.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gaseous and liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In large steel cylinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To store and convert liquid oxygen into a usable gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>aviator’s breathing, industrial, and medical.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>oxygen marked “Aviator’s Breathing Oxygen” that meets Federal Specification BB-0-925A, Grade A, or its equivalent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It may contain impurities that could cause sickness in the pilot, crew, and/or passengers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Although pure, it contains water that can freeze in cold altitudes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Combustible materials ignite more rapidly and burn with greater intensity</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Explosive rupture with extreme danger to life and property</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prevent the formation of a highly-explosive mixture</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Severe 'burns' (frostbite)</p> Signup and view all the answers