Driving and use of Ground Support Equipments (GSE)- Initial

Level

Initial training

Target audience / relevant staff

Any agent in charge to drive and use Ground Support Equipments (GSE).

Objectives

Acquire the skills and knowledge of the regulations and safety instructions necessary for driving and use of GSEs.

Contents

Theoretical

  • Responsibilities of the operator.
  • Traffic and parking regulations in airport controlled zone.
  • Safety rules related to the aircraft / safety perimeters / coactivity.
  • Principles of setting up and removing materials and equipment around the aircraft.
  • Rules for the safe use of GSE.
  • Identification of the risks of specific use of GSE.

Practice

  • Realization of static and dynamic checks specific to each GSE.
  • Driving GSE in an airport environment .
  • Safe use of GSE in the context of airport handling activities.
Training course based on the IATA Standards in the Airport Handling Manual (AHM) and IATA Ground Handling Manual (IGOM).

Duration indicative basis

Theoretical / 3 hrs + practice / duration depending on GSE type

Prerequisites

  • Access badge with zone A Aircraft valid on local airport.
  • Airport driving License valid on local airport.

Method

  • Theoretical course in classroom.
  • Practical training on GSE carried out in the context of turnaround operations with the use of associated equipment.
  • A qualified and experienced trainer provides the training action.

Evaluation

  • Theoretical : Written validation test (minimum 80% correct answers required).
  • Practice : Skills Assessment Sheet per type of unit/equipment. (minimum 80% of required positive points).

Validity

Maximum 3 years (IATA / AHM 1110)

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