Implement circle of safety procedures as they relate to backing vehicles and equipment toward airplanes parked on the ramp. The requirements that must be accommodated in the design of a handicappedaccess ramp include. Much of the ramp safety paradigm rests on supervision to clearly state and express their vision and expectations. It does not remove, replace, or alter our obligations under any health and safety legislation. Conclusion to ramp safety and the prevention of ramp accidents. The department is committed to the safety of its employees. Attach it to avoid movement and separation between the trailer and the ramp. The flight crew is often no longer in contact with atc, or even with company ramp control, once the aircraft transitions to the company gate area. Ground operations safety manual singapore changi airport. The training is designed to raise awareness of all organisational elements of ramp safety and to consider the. Designated and approved smoking areas on the airport ramp. Read chapter chapter two ramp operations and safety. Local procedures should be in place for a controlled and measured response to varying conditions. Ramp safety is designed to bring safety awareness of the hidden dangers and risks that are associated with working on the ramp.
Table of contents authority to drive airside movement area, maneuvering area and apron area speed limits right of way safety weather conditions markings 3 4. In most cases, a safe work procedure swp will provide a systematic process to follow to ensure that all safety considerations and precautions are in place prior to starting the job. Investigate literature on ramp safety operations and training. The basis of a ramp safety system is the assumption. Ramp safety for airport personnel evacuation, lightning threat. The procedures described include models for evaluating the operational and safety benefits of alternative ramp configurations. Constant alertness and an absolute awareness of ramp safety rules must be maintained. This handbook describes the ramp safety rules applicable to. This report describes design procedures for interchange ramps on facilities without frontage roads. In addition, provide a gradual transition between the ramp and its landing for optimal safety. Data sources research relating to a comprehensive set of ramp safety acci dent and incident data was difficult to find. Aci member airports operational safety procedures, icao material and other. In addition, the safety department will carry out regular audits on the ramp relating to safety for saa and for saas external service providers. Ramp operational safety procedures is a standard operating procedures sops template.
I attend the policy and procedures committee where we look at root causes from the investigative committee and discuss policy and procedure changes. Aircraft handling and ramp safety training ghs aviation. Ground handling is sometimes provided by the airports themselves, but at most airports. Plan for potential interruptions in current and future research operations. Any vehicle backing within the circle of safety will require one or more spotters.
Safety cone placement, fourengine widebody aircraft pdf 79k. Ramp is an acronym to help educators and students keep science safety in the forefront of their work in a laboratory environment. After the words have been spoken, though, it is up to the ramp personnel themselves to execute safe operations. The basis of a ramp safety system is the assumption that workers will follow the ramp safety policies, processes, and procedures. Insert safety wheel chocks behind trailer tires safety chocks will prevent the truck from rolling away from the ramp. For safety, always secure the yard ramp in place utilizing the two safety chains located on the front of the. This handbook describes the ramp safety rules applicable to airport ground operational activities and the operation of motorized equipment on the areas air operations area aoa of mineta san jose international airport. Airport operations has the principal responsibility for enforcing safety rules associated with the operation of motorized ramp equipment, fueling or other requirements set forth within the ramp safety and traffic regulations booklet. Among gap etools that were being finalized at press time was ramp operational safety procedures, a manual template for ramp supervisors. Development of ramp design procedures for facilities. With both domestic and international aviation on the rise so are the risks of working on the airfield.
Spring 2012 acrp webinar series may 10 cleared for takeoff. Hasty movements impair ones concentration and control, endangering self and others. The concept provides a framework for making chemical safety an integral part of. Chapter two ramp operations and safety ramp safety practices. Any restricted ramp area adjacent to the terminal building. Guidelines for the safe operation and maintenance of marinas. Recommended ramp design procedures for facilities without.
Ramp safety standards program hartsfieldjackson atlanta international airport. Airport ramp safety has been given much attention recently in reports and papers by a number of safety organizations. Section 3 apron safety sangster international airport. Ramp safety practices objective identify and describe the current state of ground handling practices, focusing on safety measures and training used at u. It is also a place for boarding and disembarking of passengers as well as the loading and unloading of baggage and freight. On the ramp, the key to safety is vigilance and awareness. Consideration explanation home entry the choice of door to which to run a ramp is influenced by the ease of access. Sample safe work procedures templates the safe work procedures templates presented herein are a sample guide to the subject. This will allow for safe loading and unloading of persons and gear. Awareness training ramp safety the national airline of the maldives 2. Laboratory rampdown guidance and checklist march 18, 2020 2 research evaluation.
The operators manual for human factors in airport operations. The dfp checklist is available as downloadable pdf from the sinapse website in the safa library of documents. Some of the procedures may not apply to your specific dc and are not applicable at this time. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools. The usual equipment of a marshaller is a reflecting safety vest, a helmet with acoustic earmuffs, and gloves or marshalling wands, handheld illuminated beacons. In spite of their efforts, and those of air carrier safety departments, damage to aircraft and ground equipment and injury to personnel continue to occur during ramp operations. Describe a proper safety boot that should be wear on ramp site. Building strong safety cultures in any environment requires continual reinforcement. Any employee or service provider employee shall report incidentsaccident hazards relating to safety anywhere where saa business is.
The air safety procedures manual has been prepared for use and guidance of. Trbs airport cooperative research program acrp synthesis 29. Safety from a ramp workers perspective aviation pros. Ramp safety traffic handbook i introduction this handbook describes the ramp safety rules applicable to airport ground operational activities and the operation of motorized equipment on the ramp and service areas of san jose international airport.
On arrival, the ramp procedures may be loosely defined. Different proceduresor lack of proceduresduring arrival and departure may account for this disparity. The template, presented in microsoft word format to facilitate customization by the user, includes industry best practices and guidelines. Ramp safety standards program hartsfieldjackson atlanta. Any employee or service provider employee shall report incidentsaccident hazards relating to safety anywhere where saa business is conducted. Gao on aviation runway and ramp safety, efforts to improve airport ramp safety are hindered by a lack of complete accident and incident data. Airport inspection and ramp safety practices june 5 aviation fuel costs and alternatives tbd a whole new climate. A ramp or apron is a central part of any airport because it is a parking space for aircrafts. The circle of safety is a circular area extending an agreedupon number of feet beyond the wingtips, nose, and tail of an airplane.
The document is intended to assist ramp supervisors in the development or improvement of. Loading dock safety guide risks 3 risk assessment 3 key loading dock hazards 3 summary of key loading dock hazards 4. Sparks aviation center sops are comprised of the following. Part 8 ramp supervision addition of part 8 section on ramp supervision. Guidelines for the safe operation and maintenance of. The mixture of aircraft, vehicles, fueling equipment, tugscarts, and numerous other types of ramp equipment can present a serious safety problem unless specific procedures are followed and enforced. There are many factors involved with the safe operation and potential ramp down of research. Safety is paramount when operating equipment within airport ramp areas. Review past ramp safety surveys aci conduct surveysinterviews of commercial airports, airlines. European union aviation safety agency easa ramp inspection manual rim issue 1 approval date 20032019. Be certain the landing is the same width as the ramp itself. Loading dock safety guide castell salvo loading dock. Part 6 standard operating procedures added chapter on sops part 7 adgs manual marshalling inserted section 7.
Landings can be constructed as part of the ramp, or they can be an existing surface such as a sidewalk. This oneday airport ramp safety workshop has been designed to provide you with a guide to airport ramp safety operations and management, providing practical knowledge on developing, planning and executing airport ramp safety strategies and operational procedures, hazard identification, risk assessment of airport ramp safety activities, and. From personal injury to ramp rash, the amount of injuries and cost due to aircraft damage is increasing. The document is intended to assist ramp supervisors in the development or improvement of their organizations written sops. Ramp safety practices the national academies press. The ramp is a challenging arena in which to work and this unit explores the associated regulatory requirements and safety procedures, and their application and monitoring, which contribute to an enviable safety record. Ramp safety management workshop general information. To ensure this commitment is met, the department provides training and. Markings and procedures your guide to avoiding runway incursions 2007. They affect the exercise of its basic market access rights. It is also an important factor for air carriers in terms of operating costs, service levels and the image portrayed to users. Wsdot safety procedures and guidelines manual m 7501.
Traffic control devices, such as barricades, traffic islands, berms, or other architectural barriers, may be used to. Safety boot should not have iron plates that could sparks. Chains should be looped around a sturdy part of the carrier. Download a pdf of ramp safety practices by the national academies of sciences, engineering, and medicine for free. This video shows how to setup your portable loading ramp and follow the recommended safety procedures to ensure injuryfree operations.
Ground accident prevention ramp operational safety procedures. Performing organization name and address texas transportation institute. Standard operating procedures team members will receive familiarization training and qualification prior to using ground support equipment or performing an unsupervised task. Issues addressed in the report include ramp safety operations, staff roles and responsibilities, safety training, audit and inspection programs, safety violation programs, and collaborative safety initiatives, such as foreign. The dock safety procedures, as contained in this manual, are for reference and provide the minimum requirements for a national dock safety program. Training of ramp agents, airport operation agents, supervisors. Completion of a ramp project will typically be 46 weeks long even though the actual construction is only 12 days.