RAMP AGENT PIEDMONT AIRLINE EXAM ACTUAL

RAMP AGENT PIEDMONT AIRLINE EXAM (ACTUAL

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Ground Power Unit (GPU) The Ground Power Unit, or GPU, is a device used to supply aircraft with electricity while the aircraft is parked at the gate. This keeps the aircraft from having to burn fuel to provide power, which keeps costs down Units come in two types

Air Start Unit In the event of a kinked hose, switch the unit back to standby mode to depressurize the hose emergency stop switch in an emergency.The operator is NEVER to make any adjustments to the hose while the unit is operating and the hose pressurized.

Valet Cart Brakes must. be operable at all times. If inoperable, the cart must be tagged out of service. 1 / 2

Cart must be secured (chocked, chained down or according to local policies) during periods of high winds.

Lavatory Servicing Vehicle The use of a face shield and protective gloves required at all times when servicing the lavatory. The No Exposed Skin" policy is recommended but not required.Position lav vehicles, except those with servicing points located on the front, so it can be driven away from the aircraft without backing up.backing up near an aircraft.

Conditioned Air Unit Using a conditioned air unit will cause pressurization of the cabin unless the aircraft is properly vented. Open the Main Cabin Door prior to connecting conditioned air to prevent aircraft pressurization.

Passenger lift device PDL

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