Flyability ELIOS - Checklists and Preparation

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2. Checklists
The checklists are a proposed workflow to help operating the Elios system in a safe and efficient manner.
They are often updated and the updated checklist are available on the my.flyability.com platform.
2.1 Mission planning guideline
As on August 2016, this checklist presents the steps that must be followed whilst planning an operation.
☐ Has the Method Statement been fulfilled?
The Method Statement [MS] is a document specifying all the different steps that will be performed
during the inspection. It will also specify all the required equipment to fulfil the mission. The
“Method Statement – Template” document offer a template to establish your own.
☐ Has the Risk Assessment been fulfilled?
The Risk Assessment [RA] is a document specifying all the risk that can occur during the progress
of the mission. It states as well the mitigation that can be made to limit the risk to occur. The “Risk
Assessment – Template” document offer a template to establish your own.
☐ Is the environment in which the mission will be conducted safe for Elios?
Elios is sensible to its surroundings. The mission environment must comply to the limitation
presented in the “Environment awareness” section presented in the user manual.
The presence of dangerous elements must have been stated in the RA and MS documents.
☐ Bio Hazard?
If the Elios is flying in environment that can present bio-hazard (sewer, pandemic area, etc.), the risk
should be listed within the MS or RA and appropriate measures must be taken (gloves, eye
protection, mask, etc.).
☐ Do you have the correct Personal Protective Equipment [PPE]?
Even if Elios is safe to fly close to human, whilst in operation some precaution might be taken. The
following PPE must always be wear:
- Gloves
- Hard hat
- High visibility jacket
- Ear protection
You must be aware of the effect of operating Elios in your working environment. You must dress
accordingly:
- If the environment is dusty, wear eye protections and mask
- If the environment contains hazardous element, wear the corresponding PPE
Those statements must has been defined in the MS document.
☐ Do you have the proper flight authorization?
If you perform outdoor flight, depending on the area and on the country in which you will conduct
your flight, you will need specific authorization. Contact the aeronautical agency in place in your
country for more information.
☐ Use of the drone
ELIOS products are NOT listed as dual-use technology. Ensure the mission is not related to war
object or topic.