The Dirty Dozen The Dirty Dozen refers to 12 of the most common human error preconditions, or conditions that can act as precursors to accidents or incidents. These 12 elements influence people to make mistakes. The Dirty Dozen is a concept developed by Gordon Dupont in 1993 and formed part of an elementary training programme…
FATIGUE Fatigue is a complex physiological state characterized by a lack of alertness and reduced mental and physical performance, often accompanied by drowsiness. FATIGUE in AVIATION The main causes of fatigue in aviation are: Amount, timing, and quality of sleep each day (sleep/wake schedule), Amount of time since last sleep period (continuous hours awake), Time…
GALLEY CHECKS For safety reasons, Cabin Crew must advise to Flight Crew or Ground Engineer immediately in case of: The waste compartment flapper door cannot close properly. The galley restraining devices are missing or cannot lock (including curtain restraining straps). Cart and trolleys have to be in serviceable condition, it means: No parts missing (e.g:…
SAFETY CABIN OPERATIONS The Cabin Crew is not only designated to provide the inflight services to the passengers, its main responsibility is to perform Safety Duties in the passenger cabin in accordance with the requirements of the Authority and the operator. The Cabin Crew has to be properly trained and qualified every time that is…