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AIRCRAFT SAFETY
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Ground

safety

f This ridge top site has firefighters mostly crouched and grouped just below
a high point prior to unloading and embarkation. This is preferable to a
side slope site where rotors could contact the hillside or vegetation.

1. If working on or near airstrip/helipad always wear protective
overalls, gloves, goggles, hard hats, ear protectors – class 5 or
better around gas turbines.
2. Carry all hats, including hard hats, unless chin straps are
secured. Particularly watch for persons wearing soft-peaked
(baseball-type) caps. (Removal suggested.)
3. Locate landing areas so that takeoffs and landings are made
into prevailing winds. Utilise ridge tops as much as possible.
Locate a reasonably flat area for this, if possible. No approach
and departure to the airbase over built up areas.
4. Always establish a wind indicator. Advise incoming pilots
of obstructions. Select an area clear of people, vehicles,
trees, poles and wires. Mark obstructions with flagging tape
or “high vis” paint.
5. Warn incoming pilots if landing areas are thought
to be excessively dusty. Wet landing areas if required.