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11. Are communications getting tense? Stop, relax, think, start a fresh.
12. Are you deviating from the assigned operations of flight?
Discuss with Safety Advisor or Pilot.
Anyone can refuse or curtail a flight when an unsafe condition may
exist. Never let undue pressure (expressed or implied) influence your
judgement or decisions. Avoid mistakes, don’t hurry! (Adapted from
National Interagency Fire Centre ref 1129. Boise, Idaho,USA)
Personal protective equipment

When in doubt – wear it. All PPE must meet or exceed the approved
NRFA Standard.

• Above the ankle leather boots, and no metal against the skin.
• Reflectorised coveralls or pants and shirt or flight suit buttoned
or zipped to the top, collar turned up, sleeves rolled down.
Pants covering the boot tops.

• Leather gloves, goggles, earmuffs (Grade 5).
• Non-synthetic (cotton, wool) outer and undergarments.
• Protective head gear (reflectorised hard hat with chin-strap etc).

• Wear wet weather gear at monsoon bucket loading sites is
necessary and includes: water proof coat and leggings, water proof
and chemical resistant gloves, eye/ear protection against foam
and engine noise.

• Don’t allow loose garments and helmets to be left lying around
the landing area.

Reportable safety concerns
If things happen that make you uneasy or appear to be unsafe,
you’re encouraged to discuss your concern with the pilot,
or immediately contact your supervisor or site Safety Advisor for
assistance. Any safety concern should be documented and a copy
forwarded to the Incident Controller. This type of follow up will
help improve overall aviation safety. Use a “Safecom” in the format of
RF243 on the NRFA web page.
If a mishap involves damage or injury, notify the Incident Controller
immediately by the most quick and efficient means available.