Textron GSE 660-28 - Section 2: IATA Safety Guidelines for Aircraft Handling Procedures Safety-2-1; 2.1 Ramp Safety In Aircraft Handling; 1: Engine Danger Areas; 1: General Ramp Safety

CD397-Oper Safety - 2 - 1
June 2019 (Rev C)
Safety Mobile Belt Loader Model 660-28
Section 2 Operation Manual
Section2:IATASafetyGuidelinesforAircraftHandlingProcedures
This section of the Operation Manual has been created from the IATA Ground Operations Manual (IGOM).
This section provides general guidelines for GSE handling, including safety procedures. The ground
support equipment operator must always follow the training and equipment operating rules of their
employer.
2.1RampSafetyinAircraftHandling
Ramp safety rules and procedures promote safe ground handling. Therefore, the minimum safety rules
and procedures defined in this section shall always be applied and understood by all personnel working
on the ramp.
Aircraft damage can endanger passengers, employees, and aircraft. Disruptions may also negatively
impact safe airline operations.
Even a slight scratch or dent on an aircraft may result in a serious accident.
If you see or cause any aircraft damage, you must report it. Refer to the operating airline’s policy
regarding reporting of aircraft damage.
2.1.1GeneralRampSafety
2.1.1.1EngineDangerAreas
There is a particular risk of injury or damage in areas affected by aircraft engine intakes, exhausts and
propellers. The risk is further increased if for any reason an aircraft stops and then applies the additional
thrust required to “break away” and continue the maneuverer.
Vehicles and personnel must remain clear of aircraft danger areas when aircraft engines are running and/
or the anti collision lights are on.
1. In order to prevent incidents and accidents caused by aircraft engines, you must never position
yourself or equipment in the following critical areas before or during aircraft departure and arrival:
• Engine Intake Area
• Engine Blast Area
• Propeller Rotation Area (where applicable)
2. Ensure the engine intake/propeller rotation area is clear at all times when engines are running or
the engine start is about to start.
3. It is forbidden to pass through the blast area while the engines are running.
2.1.1.2EngineDangerAreaDiagrams
Following are illustrated examples of engine danger areas for jet aircraft and propeller aircraft.
WARNING:
GROUND PERSONNEL AND/OR LOOSE EQUIPMENT MUST STAY CLEAR OF THE
INTAKE AND BLAST AREAS.
NOTE:
The extent of these areas vary for each aircraft type as well as whether the engines are at
IDLE or BREAKAWAY thrust. Refer to the operating airline’s Ground Operation Manual
(GOM) for distances applicable to the specific aircraft type involved in the operation.
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