MANCHESTER AIRPORT AIRSIDE SAFETY INDUCTION manchesterairport.co.uk
Contents Introduction 2 Legislation 3 Familiarise 3 Smoking 3 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) 4 Aircraft Turnround 6 Ground Markings 7 Aircraft Hazards 8 Non-Aircraft Hazards 10 Trip Hazards 10 Foreign Object Debris (FOD) 11 Aircraft Engines 12 Aircraft Refuelling 13 Adverse Weather Conditions 14 Contact Information 17
Introduction Welcome to the Manchester Airport Airfield Safety Awareness Booklet. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable growth in shareholder value, balancing the needs of our customers, passengers, employees, and communities in which we work, while maintaining the highest safety and security standards. In our Vision to become a premier airport management services company, safety is core to our business. We recognise the safety critical nature of our aviation activities and insist on excellent safety performance. By being brilliant at what matters through the power of teamwork, we strive to ensure that everyone on our sites is in safe hands. We are committed to having our finger on the pulse to achieve an industry leading level of health and safety performance. By asking Why not? we will constantly challenge our own and service partner s practices and processes to ensure that we are continually improving the ways we develop strategies, implement change and maintain our assets. The airfield is a very busy and complex environment to work in, and therefore it is essential that every airfield user understands his or her responsibilities for safety. Legislation The apron area, also referred to as the ramp, is governed by the European Aviation Safety Agency and Health & Safety legislation. Manchester Airport also has it s own local rules and regulations in place, detailed in the Aerodrome Manual and other airside safety publications, available at magworld.co.uk. Familiarise Once you have passed through Security and gained airside access, you should make yourself familiar with airside surroundings, signage and pedestrian routes. Pedestrian routes are marked as green walkways. Always use the designated green walkways unless it is necessary and you are authorised to move off them. Do not take shortcuts across the apron stands. Smoking Smoking is not permitted airside, unless in the designated areas provided. Airside areas that are defined as strictly nosmoking areas also apply to Electronic Smoking Devices. This booklet will help you to remember the basic safety information you need to enable you and others to work in a safe environment. 2 3
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Your company will provide you with all necessary PPE to wear when airside. It is mandatory to wear high visibility clothing at all times whilst airside. It must be clean and worn fastened up to maximise your own visibility. You will also be supplied with adequate ear protection. Carry these with you and wear them at all times during noisy ramp activity. 4 5
Ground Markings Familiarise yourself with markings. The following areas must be kept clear from obstruction at all times: Aircraft Turnaround During an aircraft turnround, the apron becomes a congested, hazardous area for personnel servicing the aircraft Passengers will be embarking and disembarking the aircraft Loading and unloading of baggage in aircraft hold will be taking place Airside personnel will be busy Vehicles and equipment will be mobile Aircraft fuelling could be in progress Yellow centrelines Fuel Hydrants EXTRA CARE MUST BE TAKEN DURING AN AIRCRAFT TURNROUND Airbridge driving White & red Green walkways 6 wheel area hatched areas 7
Aircraft Hazards Be aware of the indications when aircraft are moving off stand: Aircraft anti collision lights will be illuminated Pushback vehicle will be attached to the front of the aircraft Airfield personnel (banksman) will be positioned in the rear of stand road system stopping traffic NEVER approach an aircraft when the anti collision lights are illuminated. Jet blast and noise can be experienced when an aircraft is taxiing on or pushing off stand or when an aircraft Auxiliary Power Unit is kept running whilst on stand - ear defenders should be worn during these stages. Anti-collision lights And the indications when aircraft are coming onto stand: An illuminated stand number Ramp crew may be present on stand awaiting arrival of the aircraft Possible presence of airfield operations marshaller 8 9
Non-Aircraft Hazards You need to be aware of: Vehicles and equipment Pedestrians - always have right of way on crossing points FOD (Foreign Object Debris) Foreign Object Debris (FOD) FOD is any item (baggage debris, drinking cups, newspapers etc), which if not removed, could cause damage to aircraft. Use Green FOD bins for small items of FOD only. Black bins are for engineers waste. Food waste is FOD - it attracts birds, which are a hazard to aircraft. Trip Hazards Be cautious of trip hazards at all times, including aircraft chocks, tow bars, cables and FOD. Always walk round trip hazards never step over them. REMEMBER: FOD is a major hazard and is everyone s responsibility. NEVER IGNORE FOD: Always pick it up and put it in the green FOD bins provided. IF THERE IS A FOD PROBLEM YOU CANNOT DEAL WITH: Contact Airfield Operations on 3331. 10 11
Aircraft Refuelling Restrictions must be observed during aircraft refuelling process, including a 6 metre radial zone free area. Do not walk under aircraft wings - there is always the danger that fuel or fuel vapour can emit from the aircraft fuelling vents usually positioned on the aircraft wingtip. The use of mobile phones are prohibited within the fuelling zone. Should you see an aircraft fuel spillage inform Airfield Operations immediately on 0161 489 3331. Aircraft Engines AIRCRAFT ENGINES ARE A SIGNIFICANT HAZARD ON THE APRON. The fuel emergency stop switch is to be used in case of an accident or incident that requires the aircraft fuel hydrant system to be shut down. Emergency incident areas must be kept clear The main hazards are: Engine ingestion Jet blast Propeller rotation Never walk infront or behind an aircraft when its engines are running. 12 13
Adverse Weather Conditions Adverse weather conditions can affect airside operational duties. In high winds, loose equipment and objects must be kept secure. Freezing temperatures can cause low visibility and dangerous surface conditions. Look out for the low visibility warning signs. Painted ground markings can be difficult to see when foggy, wet or sunny. 14 15
AIRSIDE ACCIDENTS AND INCIDENTS DO HAPPEN Report all accidents and incidents to Airfield Operations on 0161 489 3331. Remember... Follow the Airfield Safety Code which details the Emergency and Airfield Operations contact numbers. We all have a part to play in airfield safety. STAY ALERT, AND IF IN DOUBT - STOP AND ASK. 16 17
0161 489 3331 (H24) www.magworld.co.uk/airfieldoperations 1.0 SUMMARY This Airside Directive details an amendment to the requirements for the issue of an Airside Driving Permit. 2.0 SCOPE 2.1 This Directive has relevance to all airside operators. 3.0 DOCUMENT REFERENCE Aerodrome Manual Airside Standing Instruction 31 Airside Driving section 1.8 Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) 4.0 INFORMATION 4.1 From 8 June 2015, the paper counterpart to the DVLA driving licence will not be valid and will no longer be issued by the DVLA. If you already hold a paper counterpart, after 8 June 2015 it will no longer have any legal status. 4.2 Paper driving licences issued before the photocard was introduced in 1998 will remain valid. 5.0 AIRSIDE DRIVING PERMIT APPLICATION 5.1 After the 8 June 2015 there is no longer a requirement to produce both parts of a driving licence (photocard and counterpart) for the issue of an Airside Driving Permit (ADP). 5.2 Applicants for an ADP are required to either produce a full current UK DVLC licence photocard (or equivalent) or a valid paper driving licence. 5.3 Employers are responsible for ensuring the validity of the applicant s driving licence. The application form for an ADP will reflect this responsibility. 6.0 Further information is available at www.gov.uk/dvla/nomorecounterpart INS227/1 2/15 Manchester Airport Learning & Development 0161 489 5790 AD 24/ 2015 Effective: 18/06/15 Page 1 of 1 Expiry: Permanent to Aerodrome Manual Airfield Operations, Manchester Airport, Manchester, M90 1QX Tel: 0161 489 3331 Fax: 0161 489 8373 E-mail: airfieldoperations@manairport.co.uk It is the responsibility of all employers to bring this instruction to the attention of their staff. However, individuals remain responsible for their own actions. Those persons whom require further information should consult their supervisor or manager. 1.0 OBJECTIVE 1.1 To remind all airside users of their responsibility to remove FOD or potential FOD materials. 2.0 SCOPE 2.1 Relevant to all airside operators. 3.0 AERODROME MANUAL REFERENCE 3.1 Part E Airport Standing Instruction 33 FOD and Airfield Sweeping. 4.0 INFORMATION 4.1 FOD (Foreign Object Debris) is any item or material which could cause damage to an aircraft. 5.0 RESPONSIBILITIES 5.1 FOD is the responsibility of ALL personnel working airside. Everybody who works airside at Manchester is responsible for: Ensuring that their personal activities do not generate FOD Removing any FOD which they observe, regardless of whether or not it relates to their activities Removing FOD from vehicles and equipment as a preventative measure Inspecting vehicles frequently during use to check for loose parts, open doors etc Not choosing to ignore FOD Reporting persistent FOD problems in their area of work, to their Line Manager or MA Airfield Duty Manager (Ext 3331) 5.2 Any service provider who does not dispose of FOD correctly may be subject to MA s Airfield Safety Infringement Policy. 6.0 QUESTIONS 6.1 Any queries relating to this notice should be addressed to the Airfield Duty Manager on 0161 489 3331. ADMIN Originator: AS Checked: RMc 05/2015 Issue Date: 6.5.2015 Page 1 of 1 Expiry: N/A AIRSIDE DIRECTIVE 24 /2015 UK Driving Licence Changes - Airside Driving Permit Application Airside Directive Aerodrome Manual AIRSIDE SAFETY BULLETIN 05/2015 FOD (Foreign Object Debris) 05/2015 Airfield Safety Newsletter Airside Safety Bulletin Download from magworld.co.uk and see safety notice boards Contact Information Airfield Operations: 0161 489 3331 Airport Emergency: 0161 489 2222