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Airside Hazards And Risks
The document provides an overview of airside hazards and risks at Kabul Afghanistan International Airport, aiming to educate personnel about safety around aircraft and common airside hazards. Key hazards include aircraft operations, vehicles, pedestrians, weather, and dangerous goods, along with strategies to address these risks. The emphasis is on ensuring all personnel act in a safe and professional manner when entering the maneuvering area.
Airside Hazards And Risks
- 1. Airside Hazards andRisksUnderstanding the hazards we face when we enter the manoeuvring areaKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department1
- 2. AimTo give allpersonnel an understanding of the activities that take place on the Airfield and to ensure we act in a safe and professional manner at all timesKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department2
- 3. ObjectivesAt the endof this presentation you will be aware of:Common Hazards with AircraftCommon types of Airside HazardsActions to take on encountering problemsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department3
- 4. Kabul Afghanistan InternationalAirport Fire Department4Aircraft Hazards
- 5. AircraftCommon Hazards withAircraft:Aircraft always have ‘Right of Way’Anti-collision lightsFixed wingRotary wingJet engine Turbo-propAPUOverheated UndercarriageGround incidentsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department5
- 6. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Aircraft always have ‘Right of Way’If you see this out the windscreen of your Appliance, you’re probably in the wrong place !!!Kabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department6
- 7. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Anti-collision lightsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department7
- 8. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Fixed wingKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department8
- 9. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Rotary wingKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department9
- 10. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Jet engine Kabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department10
- 11. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:Turbo-propKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department11
- 12. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft:APUKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department12
- 13. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft: Overheated UndercarriageKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department13
- 14. AircraftCommon issues withAircraft :Ground incidentsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department14
- 15. Kabul Afghanistan InternationalAirport Fire Department15Common types of Airside Hazards
- 16. Common Airside HazardsTypesof Hazards we face:VehiclesPedestriansWeatherDangerous GoodsF.O.DRunway incursionsFuel spillagesNoiseOther HazardsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department16
- 17. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:VehiclesKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department17
- 18. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:PedestriansKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department18
- 19. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:WeatherKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department19
- 20. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:Dangerous GoodsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department20
- 21. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:F.O.DKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department21
- 22. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:Runway IncursionsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department22
- 23. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:Fuel spillagesKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department23
- 24. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:NoiseKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department24
- 25. Airside HazardsCommon typesof hazards:Other HazardsKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department25
- 26. Kabul Afghanistan InternationalAirport Fire Department26What action to take
- 27. What to do?Think SafetyKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department27
- 28. QuestionsKabul Afghanistan InternationalAirport Fire Department28
- 29. Thank you andlook forwardKabul Afghanistan International Airport Fire Department29
Editor's Notes
- #3 Read and confirm
- #4 Read and confirm
- #5 Read and confirm
- #6 We will discuss each point in detail on the following slides.
- #7 Aircraft always have the right of way on the manoeuvring area, we should never find ourselves in a position where we force an aircraft to change direction, or change its movement pattern in any way, stay clear, if you are in any doubt of an aircrafts intentions, stay where you are, or move immediately to a safe location’Think ahead, plan your movements on the manoeuvring area.
- #8 The Anti-collision lights comprise flashing red lights that are illuminated when the aircraft is sue to start its engines, and when engines are running, there are 2 of them and they are located: 1 – Bottom of the fuselage normally in the centre between the main sets of undercarriage. 2 – Top of fuselage normally near the middle of the fuselage.
- #9 Fixed wing will use the runway and taxiways and aprons at KAIA, always remember the wing style for different aircraft, and the clearance height beneath the wings vary dramatically from a 747 to a C-17. Always stay a safe distance from the wing tips and never drive under the wings for any reason.
- #10 Rotary wing (Helicopters) use the taxiways and aprons at KAIA, they use the taxiways as take-off and landing areas and hover above ground on the aprons and taxiways. Remain vigilant at all times when entering the apron or taxiways for Helicopter movement, they can arrive from any angle, at any time so vigilance is crucial in avoiding any incident with a Helicopter. The height at which the blades function on Helicopters vary dramatically, a Chinook blades will drop to about 1.5 metres from the ground when slowing down but still contain great kinetic energy. Be very careful of the blades when approaching a Helicopter and ensure you achieve visual contact with the Aircrew before approaching.
- #11 When the Aircraft Anti-collision lights are illuminated the Jet engines will be in operation. Stay well clear of both the Jet intake and efflux from the engine, a safe distance is at least 50 metres from the front and 75 metres from the rear. Pay particular attention of we attend an undercarriage incident and the engines are running, do not get too close to the intake and efflux areas.
- #12 The main issue with Turbo-prop engines are the Propeller blades. They carry great kinetic energy even when travelling at low speed and are a constant hazard to Fire crews at an incident. Do not approach unless absolutely necessary.
- #13 Auxiliary Power Units supply power to the aircraft systems when the aircraft is on the ground. The main areas that present a hazard to us are the intake and exhaust, the position of the intake/exhaust vary with different aircraft and present different hazards to Crews. On a 747 the APU is located in the tail section, therefore it is classed as a ‘height engine’ and is deep seated inside the fuselage. On a C-130 the intake is located on the undercarriage assembly area and so is the exhaust which puts out high pressure hot fumes at waist height. Be aware of the location of the APU intake/exhaust on the aircraft regularly using this airfield.
- #14 We have many overheated undercarriages during the warmer months especially on the Boeing 747’s.Our new PPV fans are the best option to produce a natural from of air around the undercarriage assembly to cool the unit down.Tyres are fitted with fusible plugs that slowly deflate the tyres if they become too hot and the possibility of hub disintegration is always there in an overheated undercarriage so only avoid moving into the 45 degree disintegration even when the danger of disintegration seems low.Always treat an overheated undercarriage assembly as a hazard, avoid moving into the disintegration zone to reduce the risk of injury.
- #15 Ground incidents occur when an Aircraft is parked on stand, or is moving from the runway to the apron, or vice versa. The Aircraft does not need to be moving, or have any crew near it, to be involved in a ground incident. When the Ariana 767 was towed into the Southside Terminal, this was a Ground Incident.Always leave plenty of room around an Aircraft when you are moving around the Aprons and drive with care when passing any Aircraft.
- #16 Read and confirm
- #17 We will discuss in detail each point on the Common hazards we face.
- #18 There are many different types of vehicles using the Apron area to service the Aircraft and ferry passengers and freight to its destination.Some of these vehicles have restricted vision, and the Airside knowledge and English language ability of the person driving them can vary dramatically, so think for them, allow them to travel past you, don’t force the issue and increase the risk of a collision, drive carefully and always plan ahead when moving around the Airfield.
- #19 Personnel driving the vehicles moving around the Airfield can stop and get out for many reasons, passengers and soldiers can be moving around the Apron again for many reasons.When you see any pedestrian moving around again do not force the issue, think safety at all times, drive according to the speed limit and ensure that you do not endanger any pedestrian that you may encounter on the Airfield at any time.
- #20 During periods of poor weather it is important that you drive according to the speed limit.Remember the speed limit is a maximum speed, of the weather is poor drive according to the conditions at all times.Even during a response to an emergency, drive according to the ground conditions. It is better to arrive 10 seconds late, then never at all.Use your ability as competent drivers, drive safely at all times.
- #21 Incidents involving Dangerous Goods can happen anywhere, in the Cargo area, on the Apron, in an Aircraft, or even in North KAIA Camp.Always work according to procedures and in accordance with the training you have received, think safe, work safe, be safe.
- #22 Foreign Object Debris – F.O.D – is a constant danger to Aircraft, stop and pick up any F.O.D you see on the manoeuvring area at all time.If you are crossing the Runway, under the control of ATC and you see F.O.D, continue your journey to the Holding Point and immediately inform ATC that there is F.O.D on the Runway and follow their instructions to recover it.
- #23 Movement onto, and off of, the Runway is controlled by ATC at all times, never move onto the Runway unless you have direct permission from ATC, if you are unsure that you heard the RT message from ATC to move onto the Runway ask for confirmation, do not start your journey unless you are absolutely sure you have permission to proceed.ATC will view very badly any incursion onto the Runway.
- #24 Fuel as we know is a highly flammable and volatile liquid, any spillage of fuel greater than 2 square metres is reported to ATC and we then respond to clear up the mess.Always be careful around fuel spillages to ensure that no ignition source is created, and also that you do not get contaminated by the fuel when you are cleaning up the mess. Fuel is very bad for your skin, and eyes so be careful when cleaning up fuel spillages.
- #25 Noise is a constant hazard when the main engines are running, or the APU is in operation, noise can also be created by adjacent aircraft or vehicles and interferes with communications between Fire Dept personnel. Be aware of the dangers from noise at any incident and remember your hand signals to communicate if necessary.
- #26 The Hazards Airside are many, the most important thing to remember is to plan your movement ahead, don’t drive onto the manoeuvring area then decide what you’re their for.Plan ahead, drive according to the conditions, always listen to the RT, and keep you eyes open for any hazards that you find.Birds, dogs and rockets are hazards, know what to do if you come across anything hazardous.
- #27 Read and confirm
- #28 We have discussed many types of Airside Hazards, you can reduce the risk of contacting these hazards by thinking safely and acting in a safe manner at all times.If you are unsure what to do, ask your Crew for help, follow these instructions and think safety at all times.