How often should CC call the flight deck in order to monitor their wellbeing? (surveillance checks)
Every 20 minutes
When should CC conduct
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PDI's must be conducted every time time you start your shift and if you change aircraft
Which ones are some of contributing factors to safety on the ramp?
-All aircrew must wear a hi-vis jacket at all times
-All aircrew must be in possession of a valid airport identification card of Ryanair identification card
-When entering or leaving an airport terminal building (airside) Aircrew shall ensure that all security doors are closed after use
-All aircrew must be alert to the different types of ramp vehicles
-When walking on the ramp aircrew must use the marked walkway signs on the ground
-The rotating beacon (flashing light) on top and underneath the aircraft fuselage indicates an aircraft is about to or has its engines running. Never walk within the blast or suction areas of an aircrafts engines
-Never walk on taxi ways
How often should CC carry out general surveillance checks in the cabin?
Every 20 minutes
When should CC complete their 30 second review?
While sat on the jumpseat before take off and landing
Why are the cabin lights dimmed for take-off and landing in the hours of darkness?
To adjust the eyes of passengers and crew to darkness in case of emergency
What does FOD stand for?
Foreign Object Debris
What is the common language under EASA regulations?
English
Who holds final responsibilities for the operation and safety of the aircraft, passengers, Aircrew and cargo on
board?
Captain (or first officer if the captain is incapacitated)
What is the chain of command based on?
Experience or seniority
What is the primary role of CC?
The safety of the passengers, crew and the aircraft.
How many hours before commencing duty should CC stop consuming alcohol under EASA regulations?
8 hours
Which organisation is responsible for the surveillance and oversight of training and operating standards in Ireland?
IAA - Irish Aviation Authority
What should CC cover during their 30 second review?
Mentally review emergency procedures and assess passengers in your immediate view for potential ABP's
Cabin crew member shall seek advise from an aero medical examiner after he/she has been suffering from any illness involving incapacity to function as cabin crew for a period longer than:
21 days
What could be a reason for a go around/missed approach?
-Adverse weather conditions
-Technical problems
-Runway unsuitable for landing
Who could occupy vacant crew seat?
An inspector
What are SPIs?
Safety procedure instructions
What is the procedure for pregnant cabin crew?
CC must stop flying as soon as the pregnancy is confirmed. The base supervisor and Crew control must be informed immediately.
How many hours of duty a cabin crew can be rostered to operate?
900 per year
In which circumstances are CC allowed to speak other languages?
When speaking to a passenger, or making a PA, usually in the language of the country they are visiting/in
What kind of topics will the CC discuss in the briefing?
-Safety
-Security
-First Aid
What does PDI stand for?
Pre departure inspection
What are your PDI's on assigned door?
Open door - check exterior handle in place; a safety strap attached;
Closed door - handle is horizontal; door is flush with the fuselage; a safety strap is stowed.
What are you PDI's on Jump-Seat area?
Seat retracts correctly
Seat belt/harness in operation
Mirrors, where fitted, provide an adequate view of the cabin from the seated position
Covers for electrical sockets are present and intact
What are your PDI's in the cabin?
Emergency lighting system (ELS)/and Photo-luminescent Emergency marking (PEM) operational (if present)
Seat cushions in place
Ensure seat cushions at the overwing exits are fitted with one inch diameter grey identification circle on the front edge of the seat cover
seat belts are in place
tables are stowable
correct safety card in each seat pocket at row 1ABC and 2DEF
all fasten seatbelt signs are serviceable
all no smoking signs are serviceable
all lifejackets for passengers seats are present and correctly stowed. for lifejackets in the PSU check each viewing window is yellow/white, red tag not visible
carpets are secure and not frayed
all cabin mouldings are secure
What are your PDI's on the galley?
1. Waste bin flaps and waste cart - OPERATIONAL
2.Trolleys and restraints - OPERATIONAL
3. Bar seals intact, with no sign of tampering and seal numbers correspond correctly
4. Galley stowage - LOCKED
5. Galley power functions - CHECK
6. Curtains (where fitted) - SECURED OPEN
7. Water shut off valve - ON
8. Boiler tap - ON , check for continuous flow
9. Oven - ON, set timer for 5 min to heat oven up, turn off
What are your PDI's on the toilet?
Waste bin flap operational
Ensure water supply selector is set to supply
Flush water and vacuum systems operate correctly
All stowage compartments closed and securable
Internal lights function correctly
Lock toilet after checks completed to prevent unauthorised carriage of passengers
PDI's on the Freon
PDI's on the smoke detector
What are the different fire prevention actions? (5 points)
1. Smoking is not permitted at any time onboard a Ryanair flight (this includes all passengers and aircrew)
2. Ovens are only to be used for cooking food and not as a stowage compartment. Failure to comply with this can lead to the oven becoming inoperative/ a serious fire risk on the aircraft.
3.All electrical equipment must only be used for their intended purposes. Circuit breakers must only be pulled if you suspect an electrical problem or fire hazard with a piece of equipment.
4. The smoke detectors sensors in each toilet must be checked to ensure that they have not been disabled or tampered with.
5. Access doors to waste bins are fully closed and securely latched. [Show Less]