Chapter 1: Safety in Aviation Maintenance

Practice flashcards covering key terms and concepts related to safety in aviation maintenance as discussed in the lecture.

Sheet Metal Shavings

Small metal pieces left after cutting sheet metal which can create slippery danger similar to fluid.

FOD

Foreign Object Debris or Damage that can cause damage to aircraft components.

Spoilers

Flight controls that deploy on the wing to spoil lift during landing, causing the airplane to descend at reduced speed.

Flaps

Control surfaces that extend from the wings to increase lift during takeoff and landing.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Documents that provide information about the properties of hazardous chemicals, required by OSHA.

Volatility

The tendency of a substance to vaporize, often indicating how easily it can catch fire.

Lockout/Tagout

Safety procedures to ensure that machines are properly shut off and not started up again before maintenance or repair work is completed.

Compressed Gas Safety

Precautions and procedures to follow when handling and using compressed gases to prevent accidents or injuries.

Class A Fire

Fires involving solid combustibles such as wood, paper, or cloth.

Class B Fire

Fires involving flammable liquids such as gasoline, oils, and solvents.

Class C Fire

Fires involving energized electrical equipment.

Class D Fire

Fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium.

PASS Technique

A method of using a fire extinguisher: Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side.

Electrical Shock Risks

The potential for harmful injury or death from electric current, especially around water or while working on live circuits.

Safety Culture

An organizational culture that prioritizes and promotes safety guidelines and practices.

Sheet Metal Shavings

Small metal pieces left after cutting sheet metal which can create slippery danger similar to fluid.

FOD

Foreign Object Debris or Damage that can cause damage to aircraft components.

Spoilers

Flight controls that deploy on the wing to spoil lift during landing, causing the airplane to descend at reduced speed.

Flaps

Control surfaces that extend from the wings to increase lift during takeoff and landing.

Safety Data Sheets (SDS)

Documents that provide information about the properties of hazardous chemicals, required by OSHA.

Volatility

The tendency of a substance to vaporize, often indicating how easily it can catch fire.

Lockout/Tagout

Safety procedures to ensure that machines are properly shut off and not started up again before maintenance or repair work is completed.

Compressed Gas Safety

Precautions and procedures to follow when handling and using compressed gases to prevent accidents or injuries.

Class A Fire

Fires involving solid combustibles such as wood, paper, or cloth.

Class B Fire

Fires involving flammable liquids such as gasoline, oils, and solvents.

Class C Fire

Fires involving energized electrical equipment.

Class D Fire

Fires involving combustible metals such as magnesium.

PASS Technique

A method of using a fire extinguisher: Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side.

Electrical Shock Risks

The potential for harmful injury or death from electric current, especially around water or while working on live circuits.

Safety Culture

An organizational culture that prioritizes and promotes safety guidelines and practices.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Specialized clothing or equipment worn by employees for protection against hazards.

Emergency Stop Button

A safety mechanism used to immediately shut down machinery in an emergency to prevent injury or damage.

Hazard Communication Standard (HCS)

An OSHA regulation that requires employers to provide information to employees about hazardous chemicals in the workplace.

Bloodborne Pathogens

Microorganisms present in human blood that can cause disease, such as Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and HIV.