How to operate the simulator safely (1 of 2)
Obey the General Safety instructions in the safety manual.
Personnel
Before you operate the simulator:
- Make sure with the maintenance staff that the simulator is safe to use.
- Make sure that you are trained to operate the simulator.
- Make sure that no persons are in areas of the simulator where they could be exposed to hazards when motion and control loading systems are engaged.
- Make sure that all persons know how to get out of the simulator in an emergency.
- Depending on the aircraft type, at the interface of the aircraft module and the generic rear enclosure, there may be a step as the floor level changes. Make sure that all persons familiarise themselves with this aspect of the simulator.
Control Loading
Before you operate the control loading system:
- Make sure that no persons are in areas of the flightdeck where they could be exposed to hazards when the control loading system is operated.
- Make sure that all items (tools, spare parts, personal belongings, test and access equipment) are clear of the control loading system.
- Make sure that all persons on the flightdeck know that the control loading system is to be engaged.