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Helicopter Safety


Safety is essential around the helicopter, the heliport, and the landing zone. The following are principles that must be used when interacting with the AirCare helicopter.

  • Restrict access to the landing zone and aircraft.
  • Keep away from the tail of the aircraft .
  • Secure all loose items such as hats, sheets, mattresses, supplies (don't chase items that have blown away) .
  • Protect eyes from blowing debris (if vision becomes impaired, crouch down instead of moving).
  • Hearing protection is recommended.
  • Approach aircraft from pilot line of sight and only after being signaled to approach the aircraft.
  • No running.
  • No smoking within 50 feet of the aircraft.
  • NEVER shine light towards the aircraft (risk of blinding the pilot).
  • Obey commands from the pilot or flight crew.

 

Last modification date: Thu Jan 10 12:08:52 2008
URL: http://www.uihealthcare.com /depts/med/emergencymedicine/aircare/helicoptersafety.html