5.4.17. Foreign Object Damage (FOD).

Vehicle operators will remove FOD from tires during

daily the vehicle inspection. Before entering the airfield, a physical check for loose/unsecured
objects and an inspection of the tire treads for FOD will be accomplished, with the exception
of emergency vehicles responding to actual situations.

5.4.17.1. Any vehicle which has been driven on an unpaved surface will have a tire FOD
inspection accomplished prior to re-entering the airfield area. Vehicles that frequent the
flight line will be equipped with a FOD picker and a covered FOD container.

5.4.17.2. FOD picker will be etched with the vehicle number painted on red or orange (or
have a red streamer attached).

5.4.17.3. FOD picker will be annotated on vehicle inspection form.

5.4.17.4. FOD containers will be identified with the letters "FOD" and will be emptied
daily.

5.4.17.5. FOD checks are performed so that aircraft damage can be kept at a minimum.

5.4.18. Spotter safety. A spotter will be used when the vehicle is within 15 feet of any
stationary vehicle or obstacle or when the driver’s view is obstructed, regardless of the level
of experience of the operator. See AFMAN 24-306.

5.4.18.1. While under the direction of the spotter, the operator must maintain positive
visual contact with the spotter at all times.

5.4.18.2. If at any time the operator loses sight of the spotter or cannot understand the
spotter’s directions, the operator shall immediately stop the loader until positive visual
contact is made.

5.4.18.3. The spotter will be behind the loader when providing direction while the loader
is backing.

5.5. Vehicle Operation.

5.5.1. Engine Starting. To start the loader engine under normal operating condition (+55°F to
125°F), no starting aids are necessary.

5.5.2. Ensure all emergency stop switches are pulled out.

5.5.3. Ensure power cord is unplugged from winterization receptacle.

5.5.4. Check parking brake is in the on position.