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Cabin Crew
Manual
Issue 4 Revision 2 dated Nov 2019
Effective Date: 13th Nov 2019
This Manual is the Kuwait Airways Cabin Crew Manual and is compiled in
compliance with the requirements of the DGCA, Kuwait. In case of any conflicts
between applicable procedures and KCASR, KCASR shall supersede.
This Manual is approved by DGCA/ASD Kuwait vide ref 2012-730/OPS/41 dated 9th
October 2012
0.2 Introduction
The Cabin Crew Manual is the basic document governing Kuwait Airways Cabin
Crew Operations. The Manual has been prepared in accordance with the
relevant provisions of the Kuwait Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (KCASR). It
complies with the terms and conditions of Kuwait Airways Air Operator Certificate
issued to Kuwait Airways by DGCA Kuwait and contains, in addition to national
rules and regulations company policies, regulations and procedures as well as
relevant ICAO Standards and Procedures, as far as they apply.
The procedures and instructions contained in the Cabin Crew Manual are based
on the latest technical data and operational experience. The provisions of Cabin
Crew Manual are required to be complied with by all relevant Departments in
KAC, as applicable. The Manual is for the use and guidance of all operating
Cabin Crew and ground staff who are to ensure that all flights operated by KAC
are planned and executed in accordance with the policies and procedures laid
down in this Manual.
It is the responsibility of Cabin Crew, Department Managers/Heads of Sections
to ensure all necessary documents/manuals required for the intended operation
are available with the latest updates and are complete in all respects in
accordance with operations library revision checklist.
The Cabin Crew Manual is divided into the following parts.
Chapter 0 - Introduction, covering:
• Document Management & Control
Chapter I - Operations Policy Manual, covering:
• Organizational Structure
• Duties and Responsibilities of Key Operations Management Personnel
Chapter II – Cabin Crew Duties and Responsibilities covering:
• Cabin Crew Duties & Responsibilities
• Reporting Procedures
• Cabin Crew Positions & Requirements
• Pre-flight Equipment Checks and Preparations
• Boarding & Delays
• Communications
• Announcement
• Reports Writing
Chapter III – Policies and Procedures covering:
• Manuals, On Board Library
• Flight Duty Time Limitations
• SOPs applicable to Cabin Crew Operations.
Chapter IV – Emergency & First Aid Procedures Quick Reference
This manual is the property of Kuwait Airways and is lent to employees and
collaborators for the duration of employment. On termination of employment, the
manual shall be returned. Reproduction or distribution in whole or in part, without
the prior written permission of Kuwait Airways, is forbidden.
Utmost care has been taken in the development of the Cabin Crew Manual to
ensure a consistent and safe delivery of services to its customers. The Manual
defines the safety procedures, duties, and responsibilities of all the staff within
Flight Services and any outsourced cabin operations whenever applicable in
accordance with the regulatory requirements of the Director General of Civil
Aviation and Kuwait Airways company policies and procedures.
It is the sole responsibility of each individual within Flight Services to comply and
abide by the regulations, policies and procedures contained in this Manual. The
bearer of this manual must ensure that the contents of this manual is maintained
and kept up to date at all times. Violation of any content mentioned in this
manual may result in serious repercussions to the Individual or Section
concerned.
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
CABIN CREW MANUAL
Document Management & Control
Chapter 0 Issue 1 Revision 4
Chapter no. Manual Title & Company Logo Issue no. Dept/Section Name Revision no.
The footer is located at the bottom part of the page in the manual containing the
date of issue of said page, the page number and manual reference.
Page No. - placed at the lower center of the footer representing the page no. of the
particular page of the manual.
Manual Reference - placed on the lower right side of the footer representing the
manual reference composed of the issuing Department OZ – Operations and
Document Control number: HL1.
Page numbering restarts at page no. (1) at the beginning of each chapter.
Notes in bold italic letters are used to point out something of special interest or
importance to the reader. The word Note followed by a colon (:) is in bold italic
while its text contents is regular italic.
A vertical line located at the left margin designates revised information on the
affected page.
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The Manual holder is responsible for contacting Quality Cabin – Services & Procedures
Group under Crew Management for any incomplete or missing pages in his manual.
(Details below)
Email: kwihyku@kuwaitairways.com
Tel: +965 -1802050 Ext: 1966, 2493, 4875 & 2492
Digital Version of the Manual
A revised copy of the manual in digital format shall be sent to all manual holders
whenever a new revision is made and holder of the manual shall be advised to destroy
the outdated version.
Furthermore, a revised copy of the CCM shall be uploaded into the Crew Mail System
Internet Library as well as the Intranet on the Kuwait Airways Website:
http://darwaza.kuwaitairways.com/pages/KAC-Publications.aspx
Only the latest current version of the CCM is available on the intranet. All KAC
employees have access to the Kuwait Airways intranet system and have access rights
to KAC publication in order for them to prepare and to perform their task.
Document No.: HL 1
The purpose of this document is to report any discrepancy that the holder of this manual may
come across while reading and understanding the Flight Services – Cabin Crew Manual.
Should you find any part/s of the manual that would necessitate a change, kindly fill in the form
and submit it to Crew Management - Operations Department (OZ/HL)
Description:
0.5
Distribution List
0.6
Record of Revisions
0.7
Record of Approval of Revisions
Issue/Rev.
Issue Date DGCA/ASD Date
No.
Issue 3 April
17/303/DDGASD/4 6-7-2017
Rev.0 2017
Issue 4 January
2019-240/OPS/41 15-4-2019
Rev.0 2019
Issue 4 May
2019-362/OPS/41 13-6-2019
Rev.1 2019
Issue 4 Nov
2019-84/ASD/41 03-11-2019
Rev.2 2019
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List of Effective Pages
The following pages of the Cabin Crew Manual are now current. Please amend them
accordingly.
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BKK Bangkok
BOM Bombay
BLR Bengaluru
BEY Beirut
BAH Bahrain
DAC Dacca
DBCV Disclaimer Boarding Compensation Voucher
DD Deputy Chief Executive Officer
DEL Delhi
DEPO Deportee
DGCA Director General of Civil Aviation
DGR Dangerous Good Regulations
G-1C Galley 1C
G/L Group Leader
GCC Gulf Cooperation Council
GD General Declaration
GMT Greenwich Mean Time
GSA General Sales Agent
GVA Geneva
MAA Madras
MAAS Meet and Assist
MCL Master Crew List
MCO Miscellaneous Charge Orders
MEDA Medical Case
MNL Manila
MOI Kuwait Ministry of Interior
MX Aircraft Cabin Maintenance – Cabin Appearance Unit
MUC Munich
MHD Meshed
MED Medina
PA Passenger Address
PBE Protective Breathing Equipment
PC Local Housing Section – Supplies & Housing Department
PIL Passengers Information List
PNR Passenger Name Record
PP Supplies & Housing Department
SR Senior
SDC Service Development Committee
SDU Seat Display Unit
SNY Supernumerary Crew
STA Scheduled Time of Arrival
STCHR Stretcher
STD Scheduled Time of Departure
SNN Shannon
T/C Tea/Coffee
TD Emergency Procedures Training
TE English Language Training
TP Flight Service Training
TRV Trivandrum
TT Training & Development Department
TIF Ta’if Airport – Saudi Arabia
TSA Transportation Security Administration
UK United Kingdom
UM Unaccompanied Minor
US United States
USA/TSA United States of America/Transport Safety Authority
WCHR Wheelchair
Cabin Crew
Manual
Chapter 1
The Flight Services - Cabin Crew Manual of Kuwait Airways defines the Organization
and procedures upon which the Directorate General of Civil Aviation, Kuwait Approval
of Kuwait Airways is based.
The undersigned accepts that the Company procedures do not override the necessity of
complying with the applicable Kuwait Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and any other
safety instructions published by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation–Kuwait from
time to time, when these new/amended regulations/requirements are in conflict with
these procedures.
Amendments to this Manual, in so far as they affect the above approvals, shall be
agreed by the respective Authorities before amendments to this Manual are
incorporated.
Staff is encouraged to report safety concerns and errors and to cooperate with the
investigation of incidents. The primary aim is to identify the causes and eliminate them,
and not to identify and punish the individuals concerned.
It is KAC policy that an unpremeditated or inadvertent lapse will not incur any punitive
action, but a breach of professionalism may do so.
1. Define the standards for the cabin safety on board the company’s fleet.
3. Monitor the on board services and ensures that the safety and security
requirements on board the aircraft cabin are in compliance with the regulatory
requirements of DGCA/KCASR and in accordance with the company policies
and procedures.
2. Ensures that audits are conducted on the different sections of the cabin
operations and other outsourced functions who provide service to Cabin Crew
operations i.e. Flight Services and Emergency Procedures Training (TD) on
yearly basis.
are in compliance with the applicable regulations and that Cabin Crew
Members can operate safely.
j) Participating with the Engineering Department in Committees related to
new types of aircraft, cabin interiors, galleys, seats, Inflight Entertainment
Video System and ensure all equipment’s used on board are in compliance
with all the applicable safety regulations and other mandatory requirements
etc.
Specialist HE Qualifications:
1. Completion of 12 years Secondary Education.
2. 14 years' experience as Cabin Crew including 3 years as Flight Services
Supervisor position.
3. Very good knowledge of English language.
1.8.3 Responsibilities
The Quality Expert is responsible to Dy. Operations Director Flight Safety &
Quality Assurance for managing the Cabin Crew Quality system, the monitoring
function in order to verify compliance with, and adequacy of procedures to ensure
safe operational practices. The Quality Expert is also responsible for requesting
corrective action if needed as well as monitoring the effectiveness of corrective
actions identified by the Quality System / Accident Prevention & Flight Safety
Program
• Complete references, details of the Investigations Policies and Procedures
are reflected in Operations Policy Manual. Chapter 8
• Complete references, details of the Audit policy and all related procedures
are reflected in Safety Management Manual Reference OSO/D9/P2 - Chapter
5 – item 5.5.
• Complete references, details of the Safety Management Policies and
Procedures are reflected in Safety Management Manual. Reference
OSO/D9/P2
• Complete references, details of the Safety Performance Measures and
Procedures are reflected in Safety Management Manual. Reference
OSO/D9/P2
1.8.4 Areas that require Audit within Cabin Operations
It is imperative that audits are conducted regularly as per the yearly audit plan
set by OE (at least once a year) on the different Sections within Cabin Services
operations in order to ensure and maintain compliance with the regulatory
requirements and company policies and procedures. Below are the different
areas that would require regular audits as they directly impact the safety
performance of all Cabin Crew Members.
A) Departmental Internal Audits:
i. Cabin Crew Scheduling being the section responsible in preparing the
monthly roster and daily roster changes for all Cabin Crew Members, it is
important that the said section is well versed in the regulatory requirements
involved in the correct calculation of Cabin Crew Duty Time Limitation.
Checklist for audits to be conducted for the said sections must include:
1. Set and document Rostering Section procedures for duties and
responsibilities of its entire staff.
2. Ensure that the section concerned is operating within the boundaries
required by the regulatory authorities, departmental and company
procedures.
3. Records (both digital and paper format) kept by the section for operated
flights by Cabin Crew Members for reference on calculating Cabin Crew
duties.
4. Courses on Cabin Crew Flight Duty Time Limitation taken by rostering
staff prior to undertaking their duties on rostering Cabin Crew Members
for flights and records of subsequent recurrent/refresher courses taken by
its staff.
5. Documented rostering procedures that would ensure a fair, un-biased,
and even distribution of flights to all Cabin Crew Members.
6. A set timing to release the daily roster changes to the other Section (i.e.
Briefing) to enable a timely dissemination of the flight changes to the
Cabin Crew Members concerned.
ii. Cabin Crew Dispatch/Briefing being the section responsible to inform and
release information to all Cabin Crew Members about the changes on their
roster either through verbal/telephone conversation or through notices sent to
the Cabin Crew residence whenever the Cabin Crew is pulled to operate
flights when on normal standby duty. Areas for audit for the above section
may include the following:
1. Documented procedures on how to dispatch and relay information to the
Cabin Crew regarding their duties.
2. Ensure that the section concerned is operating within the boundaries
required by the regulatory authorities and the departmental and company
procedures.
3. Records of cabin crew Duty Time Limitation courses and recurrent /
refresher courses taken by Briefing Officers prior to undertaking their
duties of assigning Cabin Crew Members for flights when taken from
standby duties or any other flying duties they may require the Cabin Crew
to operate.
4. Ensure that information passed by the Briefing Officers are accurate and
that unplanned assignment of duties of Cabin Crew are disseminated on
time and without delay.
5. That the Section keeps a record of previous duties operated by the Cabin
Crew in order to ensure that the Cabin Crew being pulled from a standby
duty has had enough rest prior to performing the unplanned flying duty
and the assigned duty is in compliance with the regulatory authority’s
rules.
6. Monitoring of how the Briefing Officers conduct their jobs (i.e.
telecommunication skills, fairness when selecting Cabin Crew to operate
flights from standby duties).
iii. Coordination & Training Follow-up Section - coordinates with the Human
Resources – Flight Services Training TP for the service-training requirement
of Cabin Crew. It also coordinates with the Emergency Procedures Training
Centre of the Operations Department who conducts the safety training for all
Cabin Crew Members. Other task of this section includes facilitation of the
renewal of Cabin Crew documents (i.e. CMC. ID, etc.). Audit checklist of the
section may include:
1. Record of all the Cabin Crew Member’s documents (i.e. CMC, ID,
Emergency License, etc.) mentioning the validity of each document and
the renewal dates.
2. Documented procedures on tracking and updating the Cabin Crew
documents to ensure that Cabin Crew documents are always kept up to
date.
3. Documented procedure to ensure that coordination with the Air Safety
Centre is established to ensure recurrent/refresher courses or other safety
related courses are arranged to be conducted on time.
iv. Crew Management being the section responsible for managing the Cabin
Crew Members operation. Checklist for Crew Management audit must include
but not limited to:
1. Group Leaders documented procedures, duties & responsibilities.
2. Group Leaders operation within the boundaries required by the regulatory
authorities, departmental and company procedures.
3. Group Leaders awareness and adherence to all Regulatory Requirements
pertaining to Cabin Crew Members training.
4. Group Leaders possession and validity of all required flying documents and
licenses applicable to all Cabin Crew Members.
5. Group Leaders integration in the rostering system to remain current in flying
and have proper duty rosters as active Cabin Crew and conducting monthly
route check flights to ensure proper monitoring of Cabin Crew performance.
6. Statistical reports & records on Cabin Crew performance and studies
conducted with regard to Cabin Crew job satisfaction and what can be done
to improve their performance.
7. Ensuring safety requirements on board the aircraft are in compliance with
the DGCA/KCASR regulatory requirements and services in accordance
with Company policies and procedures.
8. Ensures that all sick reports are covered – failure to comply disciplinary
measures are taken.
9. Ensuring that absences are checked on a monthly basis and any
discrepancies are tackled with the concerned Cabin Crew and subsequent
measures are taken to clear/discipline the individual.
10. Recommends termination of Cabin Crew if absent from duty for a period
of over 30 days.
11. Recommends Incentive Roster based on the Cabin Crew performance &
evaluation.
f) Cabin Crew Emergency Leave and Flight Request Process
1. Unplanned requests will be accepted by the Group Leader prior to 3 days
before the event. Signed by the GL and passed to HL via GL secretary for
consideration.
2. In the event of an emergency the following measures are taken:
i. Necessary arrangements are made through Crew Management (HL)
for the Cabin Crew to travel SNY without an exit permit if required to
travel in case of Death leave during weekend.
ii. Request for SNY travel on jump-seat due to non-availability of seats /
entitlement of rebated tickets through OZ/OJ.
iii. After approval for SNY travel during weekend, inform HB to send an
email to Operation and the station the staff is travelling to, copy
OZ/HR.
iv. If no approval for SNY travel but there is an approval for an
Emergency Leave during weekend. Inform HB to send an email to
KWIKZKU requesting issuing a ticket and for assistance to allow the
Crew to travel without an Exit Permit through KWI Immigration and the
required form will be sent later during office hours. Copy OZ/HR.
g) Cabin Crew Coaching
1. Receives Cabin Crew complaints as well as suggestions to improve job
standards. Refers the same to the Crew Management or Section
concerned.
2. Attends to Cabin Crew needs after office hours whenever the Cabin Crew
Member calls for assistance.
3. Coaching/Motivating/Correcting and evaluating corrective action through
follow-up.
i. Evaluate Cabin Crew in-flight through FSS upon GL request.
ii. Explain to the individual the importance of Customer Service
iii. Explain to the individual the importance of follow-up procedures
iv. Encourages Cabin Crew in-put with regard to any task they perform
related to the job.
Basic Functions:
a) Defines the standards of the service on board the company fleet and
develops a clear and comprehensive Service Manual which contains all
related on board services and procedures.
b) Follows up and actions Cabin Crew In Charge Flight Reports.
c) Shall ensure, maintain and provide a current copy of the Service Manual
for use and guidance of all cabin crew members and staff also to ensure
disposal of obsolete documents.
d) Revising and updating the On Board Announcements texts and issuing the
announcement booklet.
e) Ensures that all services conducted on board are in compliance with the
regulatory requirements of DGCA/KCASR and in accordance with
Company policies and procedures.
16) Carries out other similar or related duties such as, reviewing and revising cabin
crew members emergency duties with Air Safety Center etc.
Sr. Expert of Services & Procedures Group Qualifications:
1. Diploma degree in Business Administration or equivalent. OR 18 years’
experience as Cabin Crew including 3 years as Specialist “A” in Quality Control
OR knowledge 18 years’ experience in Quality Control in operational
department.
2. Very good knowledge of English language.
Expert of Services & Procedures Group Qualifications:
1. Diploma degree in Business Administration or equivalent. OR 16 years’
experience as Cabin Crew including 3 years as Specialist “A” in Quality Control
OR knowledge 16 years’ experience in Quality Control in operational
department.
2. Very good knowledge of English language.
1.10.2 Specialist (A & B) – Services & Procedures Group
Participates in monitoring passenger services on all Kuwait Airways flights to
ensure a high standard is maintained and competitive with other international
airlines. Includes conducting route checks, monitoring voyage reports, discussing
problems with other departments, handling passengers and cabin crew members
complaints, and visiting other airline carriers to assess quality of their services and
efficiency of their procedures and systems. Monitors services offered to passengers
on all KAC routes and ensures that a high quality of service is maintained.
Duties & Responsibilities:
a) Reviews the Voyage Reports submitted on all flights by Pursers or Chief
Cabins regarding any matter related to Traffic/Catering or Engineering
problems. Maintains a register and follows up with departments to ensure
problems have been rectified (e.g. damaged carpets or seats, malfunctions of
IFE systems or galley equipment, complaints about hand luggage, duplicate
seat numbers etc.) and recommends appropriate action or change in
procedure, as required. Carries out regular checks to monitor services
provided, performance and appearance of cabin crew members, preparing and
submitting reports accordingly.
b) Monitors changes in seat configuration, traffic or service procedures, develops
and drafts circulars informing cabin crew members and appropriate
departments of changes and effects they will have on their work procedures.
Updates training manuals and duty rosters as required.
c) Participates in different Committees made up of representatives of Catering,
Reservations, Sales, Traffic, Engineering etc. to discuss common problems
related to procedures and passenger handling, such as provision of special
meals, baggage handling and requests for wheel chairs, IEF & other cabin
defects etc. Analyses problems or conflicts and recommends ways to alleviate
them or to improve communication and work relationships between
departments and to ensure continuity. Coordinates work of the committees,
taking minutes and following up on actions required to ensure timely
Coordinator Qualifications:
1) Diploma degree in Business Administration or equivalent OR 6 years'
experience as Cabin Crew, 2 years as Flight Leader OR knowledge 6 years’
experience in Quality Control in operational department.
2) Very good knowledge of English language.
3) Maintain valid flying license.
Entry of Discrepancies
a) Catering
b) Traffic/Ground Handling/Cabin Appearance Report/Sales
c) CDL
All discrepancies data are entered by Services & Procedures Group by
Coordinators/Officers on daily basis in HY System and summary given to
Specialists for necessary review and discussion in relevant meetings i.e. Catering
Coordination, Menu Presentations, Inflight Entertainment, Cabin Appearance
Meeting, On Board Sales, and Ground Handling etc.
Hygiene Report Handling:
Hygiene reports received from Cabin Crew In Charge are actioned as follows:
a) Email sent on daily basis to concerned sections with details of the hygiene
discrepancy.
b) Data of the discrepancy entered in HY System.
Coordination & Training Follow up Section shall plan and maintain a training
program that is: -
a) Designed to ensure that each person who receives training acquires
the competence to perform the person's assigned duties;
b) Approved by and in accordance with the regulatory requirements of
the Kuwait DGCA and policies set forth by the company.
The Training program for the Cabin Crew Members shall include: -
i) Aviation indoctrination,
ii) Line indoctrination training,
iii) Emergency training,
iv) Emergency evacuation and firefighting drills.
v) CRM and Human Factor training,
vi) Cabin Crew In-charge training,
vii) Initial and annual training, including safety procedures training, aircraft
type training, emergency procedures training, and first aid training;
viii) Dangerous Goods Training.
ix) Aviation Safety training.
x) SMS - Safety Management System Course Training.
xi) Any other training required to ensure a safe operation.
HT Officer Qualifications:
1) Completion of 12 years Secondary Education plus 2 years education leading to
diploma degree in Administration.
2) 2 years' administrative or training experience especially in Operation Staff.
3) Very good knowledge of English language.
c) Basic Emergency Course only for Cabin Crew absent from flying duties:
Crew Management section to co-ordinate with HT and provide names of Cabin
Crew who have been away from flying for a period exceeding 4 months who
need to attend the Basic Emergency Course, duration of 15 days.
d) Emergency Refresher Courses:
HT provides HR monthly planned courses and Cabin Crew expires list to roster
Cabin Crew every 11 months to attend refresher courses at Emergency
Procedures Training Centre (TD). Cabin Crew will be rostered for Refresher
Course as one package for 3 days which will includes General part, FDTL,
Dangerous Goods, Practical and Aircraft Types.
i) Service Conversion
Cabin Crew who have completed one year in service will undergo a third aircraft
type and service conversion course at TP and Emergency Procedure Training
Centre. Duration of the course is two days. First day includes the introduction of
the new aircraft type, aircraft visit and the second day is the exam.
HT should:
1. Prepare the list of Cabin Crew who need the third aircraft type.
2. Prepare all copies of Civil ID of the Cabin Crew names mentioned in the list.
3. Prepare Aircraft Visit Permission List with full name, nationality, date of visit,
and staff number of the concerned Cabin Crew.
HT should:
1. Receive list of the names of the F/C promotional course nominees from HL
approved by OZ and plan the promotional courses in coordination with TP.
2. Prepare list of nominees and standby names for cases of absentees or
sickness on the first day of the course.
3. Receive the result of the nominees who successfully passed the course on
the last day of the course.
4. Send the list of results to HL, HX, HP, HR.
Note: HR will then assign a Flight Services Supervisor for each trainee and after
clearance from the Supervisor, HT, HX, HP and HR should change the designation of
the Cabin Crew from Economy to First Class Cabin Crew.
HT should:
1. Receive promotional course nominees from HL approved by OZ.
2. Plan the promotional courses in coordination with TE, TD & TP.
HT should:
1. Receive promotional course nominees from HL / approved by OZ.
2. Plan the promotional courses in coordination with TP.
n) Flight Duty Time Limitation Course
All Cabin Crew In Charge and staff from HR, HB & HP should attend a Flight
Duty Time Limitation Course (FDTL) in order to be updated with any new
regulations or requirements pertaining to Cabin Crew Flight Duty Time
limitations, i.e. Duty Period, Flying Duty Period, Positioning, Rest Period etc.
The course duration is for two days.
o) English Language Course
English Language course is the part of CDP (Crew Developing Program) plan
that aims at improving the Cabin Crew fluency in the communication language
used on board i.e. English Language. Course duration is 12 days with TE.
1. Receives yearly plan from TE
2. Receives nominees for the English Course from HL
3. Plans the promotional courses one month prior to the date of the said course
and advises HR to roster Cabin Crew accordingly on the next months’ roster.
will prepare CMC letters with cabin crew assigned to renew their CMC on
monthly basis. Cabin Crew will apply online DGCA portal following the
procedures till receiving the renewed CMC & submit a copy to HT along
with copies of the below documents for HT & HR system update and
maintain record in their files.
Copies of the following documents are to be submitted by the Cabin Crew
to HT Section:-
• CMC, Emergency License, KAC Residence, KAC ID, Passport, Medical
Certificate and Civil ID
All Cabin Crew are advised to renew their CMC before expiry of the same.
Cabin Crew whose CMC is already expired; have to submit a letter to
DGCA from HT section, with the reason for not renewing the same before
expiry.
2. Outstation Recruitment:
a) Outstation Recruitment are accomplished with approved destinations Station
Manager’s assistance or with approved recruitment agencies. Coordination &
recruitment with recruitment agencies are conducted according to the
Agreement contracts.
b) Coordinates with HP (Planning and Budget Section) for advertisement in the
newspapers in the country concerned.
c) Follows up all incoming and outgoing e-mails from outstations concerning
number of candidates.
d) Co-ordinates with the English Language Section (TE) for candidate
nationality who requires the test.
e) Prepares interview programme (such as date of arrival of the committee
interview dates, and departure of the committee etc.)
f) Receives all the applications from outstation with their CV's.
g) Screens the applications and selected applications are sent to the concerned
station/agency to advise them to come for interview. Coordinate with
agencies & station in-charge to provide Hotel proposals for committee trip (if
any).
h) Arranges the necessary interview forms with the list of selected candidates
for the selection committee and receives the approved list of nominees, after
the arrival of the committee.
i) Obtains approval Operations Director’s (OZ) approval for the candidates who
passed the final interview.
j) Sends the list of the approved selected candidates, to IB section to issue
visas.
k) After receiving visas, sends the visas to the Station Manager/Agency and
coordinates with HP to arrange successful candidates travel to Kuwait.
l) Submits a list of selected candidates with their documents to Admin Section
(HX) for obtaining approval for their enrolment in the course. Informs
Administration Section (HX) through letter the date of arrival of candidates to
Note: CMC procedures will be same as mentioned in the note in Local Recruitment for
Cabin Crew 1.10.2.4.1
Head of HX Qualifications:
1) Diploma in administration or equivalent
2) 8 years’ experience as Cabin Crew or 18 years' experience in administrative.
3) Very good knowledge of English & Arabic language written & verbal.
HX Officer Qualifications:
1) Diploma in administration or equivalent.
2) 2 years’ experience as Cabin Crew or 2 years' experience in administrative.
3) Very good knowledge of English & Arabic language written & verbal.
4. Refers staff to KAC Clinic (IH) for medical test to find out if
a. Fit for duty
or
b. Disability, if any.
5. Issue memos / reminders to the staff for any more medical documents,
which may be required by DI.
Note:
• Should inform DI with all documents within a maximum period of 90 days.
• Any Death while on duty – All above formalities to be completed within 90
days of the death and a civil ID copy also to be sent to DI.
3. Refers staff to KAC Clinic (IH) for medical test to find out for
i. Fit for duty
or
ii. Disability if any.
4. Issue memos / reminders to the staff for any more medical documents,
which may be required by DI.
Note:
• Any Death while not on duty – all above formalities to be completed.
• Should inform DI with all documents within a maximum period of 60
days.
• Should complete all required formalities to settle accident claim within 3
months from fitness date and not later than 6 months from date of
accident.
1.12.3.3 Trainees
A. Trainees recruited from outstations – by a selection committee
Procedures to be followed by HX:–
1. Gets the list of persons selected for course from HT.
2. Gets all documents of the trainees i.e. copy of Passport, certificates,
medical fitness, personal photographs etc.
3. Co-ordinates with the KAC Passport Section for their entry visa.
4. Collects original visa. Send copy of same to HT who will send copy of
the same to outstation for necessary action.
5. When trainees arrive Kuwait – HX deputes the Rest House Supervisor
to KWI Airport with original entry visa to assist the trainees to get out of
the Airport with their baggage and take them to the KAC Rest House.
6. Prepares necessary forms for medical tests and sending the Trainees,
with the Rest House officer, to various sections of the Health Ministry,
by arranging KAC transport etc.
2) Kuwaiti Trainees
Prepare a letter addressed to AA to pay the trainees monthly
allowance as per trainees’ attendance sheets. Any Trainee who is sick
will be paid daily allowance as per approved sick report.
Note: Any trainee still getting salary from his present employment is not
entitled for any allowance.
Rate of allowance:
• High school passed – single KD.333/- per month
• High school Married KD.371/- per month
• Children allowance will be added to the same.
If any staff does not accept the given evaluation, he/she should fill a special form
with justification for each point of disagreement and the same should be submitted to
his/her Group Leader within 10 days. If such staff submits a review petition in time,
HX asks the respective Group Leader for a reply for the staff's letter and forwards it
to the Evaluation Review Committee.
If no clarification letter is received from the staff in time, HX will feed the evaluation
rate in the pay roll system for payment of annual increment. If evaluation of any staff
is "poor", IJ will send a letter to JP to stop paying his/her annual increment.
b) Duty Visas
HX Issue letters to passport section - IZ to arrange staff duty trip visas,
Schengen visas and visas for Cabin Crew who operate VIP flights from time
to time with lists of VIP Crew obtained from HT. Also, for US duty visas plus
B1 / B2 visas. Arranges to send original money receipts issued by various
Embassies to IB for necessary reimbursement to the concerned staff.
c) Disciplinary actions
When an approval from OZ is received to issue disciplinary letters with pay
cuts, HX prepares the same, gets it signed and hands it over to HL to
dispatch to the Cabin Crew concerned. HX ensures that pay cut is entered in
the system in coordination with JP.
d) Circulars
HX is responsible to prepare and distribute various administrative circulars to
Cabin staff.
b) Flight Diversion:
Up & Down Diversion KD. 3.500/-. per hour
All layover flights Diversion Flights Ex KWI KD. 3.500/-. per hour
All layover Diversion flights to KWI KD. 3.500/-. per hour
g) Non Operational DHD Cabin Crew (Sick at outstation, lost & expired
documents), SNY Cabin Crew are not entitled for flying hours payment.
h) VIP Cabin Crew when travelling DHD, SNY, Pax or position to operate any
flights are not entitled for flying hours.
i) FDP Extension:
Cabin Crew will be granted flying hours allowance for the extended FDP
hours and will be paid according to (normal pay rate).
k) Group Leaders are entitled for flying hours when they operate any flight.
• Monthly Sick, DHD, FDP ext. are entered in a book to refer during closing of the
month.
• Any Credit or Debit entered on SAP is registered in a book to refer whenever
needed and filed.
SAP System :
• Any Credit or Debit is entered in the SAP System.
AIMS System :
• Checking the Daily Roster.
• Printing the Daily Courses and Flights.
• For closing of the month, AIMS is used to check for any missing flights.
OUTLOOK System :
• E-MAIL is used for sending and receiving information between the departments (
AZ, AM, HT, IT, IJ ).
• Letter for Commercial Flying Hours Budget (sent to OZ, copy to HF and OJ).
• Letter for cabin Crew with excess of more than 90 hours a month (sent to HR,
copy to HF).
Note: All copies of reports/letters are filled for future reference.
• Any relevant information/reports required by other sections (HL, HF, HX, OZ, GL,
HR, HT) is printed and given.
Basic Functions:
Oversees & manages the activities of Scheduling Planning Section. Supervises
planning, developing and upgrading the efficiency of the crew scheduling
system. Analyses existing operation system and determines methods of
increasing efficiency and improving performance. Follow up and organize Cabin
Crew Schedules on flights. Identifies daily problems of the Cabin Crew
schedules to ensure sufficient coverage on all flights. Reviews and submits
weekly and monthly statistical studies concerning the sections’s performance,
sickness and absences ratio and necessary comparison between various
outstations.
r) Ensures that at least 3 days’ notice is given to the Cabin Crew Member
regarding days off, wherein the said crew will not be required for any duties.
s) Prepare duty rosters sufficiently in advance to provide the opportunity for the
Cabin Crew to plan adequate pre-duty rest.
t) Avail a Rostering staff to be contactable after office hours and week-ends
and public holidays to assist in case of unscheduled or delayed flights.
Inform Briefing staff of contactable Rostering staff name and telephone
number.
u) Ensure that records of the duty and rest periods are kept of all flying staff.
These records shall include the following for each Cabin Crew Member:
1. Duration of each flying duty period, and functions performed during the
period.
2. Duration of each duty period whether or not it includes a flying duty
period.
3. Duration of each rest period prior to a flying duty or standby duty
period.
4. Dates of days off.
5. Weekly total of duty.
6. Records shall be kept for at least 12 calendar months from the date of
the last relevant entry.
7. Additionally, all aircraft commander’s discretion reports of extended
flying duty periods and reduced rest periods shall be retained for a
period of at least six months.
Note: Although operators must plan their schemes in accordance with the
requirements, it is recognized that the standard provisions will not necessarily
satisfy every type of operation.
In these circumstances, operators may apply for a change to the standard
provisions. Approval will only be given whenever an operator can show that their
proposal will ensure a better or equivalent level of protection against fatigue than
the basic requirements. Approved changes must be brought to the attention of
Cabin Crew Members by incorporating the same into the Cabin Crew Manual, or
other suitable operating instructions.
qualified on the type they fly this situation involves home standby and airport
standby.
h) Organize the daily changes such as aircraft type changes, delays,
invalidation of flights, crew expired license or not qualified to fly a specific
aircraft type, we well as sick or the annual leave. Additionally, the rostering
officer is responsible for the rearrangement of crew, put the appropriate flight
individually, read to the crewing issues concerning passport, residency and
papers matter as they apprise.
i) Ensure a work that is linked with updating data and report events such as
illness or no show handling complaints or inquiries with crew and making
sure that all documents required are valuable then hand it to the competent
authorities and all other missions are handed by the director.
Basic Functions:
Oversees & manages the activities of Dispatch Section and exercises
administrative and financial authority. Supervises, improves and monitors
procedures that ensure every possible assistance is given to the Cabin Crew in
terms of updated flight information. Supervises daily shift work progress and
reviews daily logbook reports to examine development and problems occurring
during the shifts. Authorizes Cabin Crew to leave Briefing Room or to go home
in case of long delays and ensures that they are kept in constant contact.
more convenient and practical for the Cabin Crew. Submit reports to the
direct superior pertaining to the difficulties encountered during the day and
reasons of delays and alleviation of the burden on the Cabin Crew.
Conducts researches and studies pertaining to dispatch in collaboration
with other sections in the company.
e) Monitors Cabin Crew appearance and performance ensuring its conformity
with applicable standards. Reviews and analyses increasing staff sickness,
absence and no-show ratio and discusses with concerned individual and
recommends to Group Leaders and Crew Management accordingly.
f) Authorizes Cabin Crew to leave Briefing Room or to go home if long delays
are expected. Ensures that they are kept in constant contact, to advice on
new expected time of departure. If airport standby is being utilized decides
on replacements as required.
g) Plan and develop requirements for transportation in liaison with Transport
Section, taking into account flight plan and Cabin Crew schedule for each
flight, to ensure that Cabin Crew are transported from their homes in time
for briefings as well as between airport and Briefing Room.
h) Carries out other similar or related duties, such as ensuring adequate
supplies of forms, official or airline documents and stationery are
maintained. Liaises with HX with regards to repairs required at the Briefing
Room, prepares section’s budget in addition to any other related duties that
might be assigned by the direct superior.
C. Night Shift
1. Enters the flight General Declaration into the Amaduss System.
2. Print and sends all flight/standby/courses information and names as
follows:
i. Immigration Section
ii. Transport Section
iii. Security Section
3. Update HB system for any changes for next day roster.
4. Prints all Cabin Crew names and flight information for the next day.
5. Organizes all flights for the next day attaching the flight information of
all important emails, meal sequence plus attaching all circulars and
important papers/memos.
6. Makes a summary of statement from all the 3 shifts.
Qualifications:
1. Completion of 12 years Secondary Education.
2. Knowledge of Safety Management System (SMS), Flight Duty Time
limitation (FDP) & Crew Resources Management (CRM).
3. Very good knowledge of English.
1.15.3.8 Study/Reports
a) Submit reports pertaining to OR in preparation for the rush season
b) Replies to queries received from other Departments in regard to new
routes, provides cost of Cabin Crew to charter after a thorough study
of different scenarios.
Note: Newly joined Cabin Crew after signing their contract may apply for annual
leave after issue of circular until closing period. However, they can avail their leave
only after completion of 6 months of continuous service and granting of leave will be
as per the availability of vacancy.
Qualifications:
1) Completion of 12 years Secondary Education.
2) Knowledge of Safety Management System.
3) Minimum of 2 years as Cabin Crew.
1.16 Document Control & Management of Records (Applicable for all Sections)
Section Managers within Flight Services are responsible to ensure that
documentation used directly in the conduct or support of operations:
a) contains information that is clear, legible and accurately represented;
b) is presented in a usable format that meets the needs of operational personnel;
c) is accepted or approved by the Authority, if applicable.
All record holders shall ensure security and confidentiality of all records in their
possession in a safe and secure location and ensure proper withdrawal and
disposal of obsolete controlled documents to prevent unintended use.
h. Contract No.
i. Photo
2. Promotions History
3. Annual Evaluation
4. Good Reports i.e.:
a. Nomination Cards
b. Special Letters
c. Good Reports
5. Disciplinary
6. Suggestions
7. Sickness
8. Requests
9. Appearance
10. Miscellaneous
Access to History Sheet:
Each Group Leader has a “read / write” access to Cabin Crew in his group only.
However, Manager Crew Management has “read” only access to all Cabin Crew
records.
Cabin Crew Safety Periodic Evaluation:
Each Cabin Crew member shall undergo a safety evaluation or check, once in a
year while performing their duties during line operations.
An Inflight safety evaluation form should be completed for the Cabin Crew
performance that are being evaluated. The form should be kept in the crew file
and the related information should be entered in the history sheet of the
evaluated crew. The Group Leader should enter the date, the sector and the
name and rank of the evaluator in the miscellaneous record in the history sheet
in order to back up the information in the server.
Below are the following categories that conduct safety evaluation according to
rank:
- Manager Crew Management (HL) conducts safety evaluation on GL,
FSS, CCI and Cabin Crew.
- Safety instructors will conduct safety evaluation on Sr. CCI, CCI & Cabin
Crew.
Cabin Crew Service Periodic Evaluation:
Cabin Crew member shall undergo service evaluation as and when required by
the Management and can be conducted by Group Leader / FSS. Group Leader
conducts service evaluation on FSS, CCI and Cabin Crew. Any new promotion
will not be confirmed until evaluated by Group Leader/FSS.
Backup of Crew Mail & History Sheet:
- The Crew Mail system is hosted on IT Department’s dedicated server
“KUHQ-KACAPPL” and backed up on daily basis.
- History Sheet is backed up on daily basis by IT Department on their
server KUHQ-INHOUSEDP and an automatically generated report is e-
mailed daily to Procedures & Services Group to ensure a successful
backup process.
Cabin Crew
Manual
Chapter 2
Cabin Crew
Duties & Responsibilities
2.2 Introduction
A Cabin Crew Members is a one who performs in the interest of the safety of
passengers, duties assigned by the operator or the pilot-in command of the
aircraft, but who shall not act as a flight crew member.
The most important but least visible responsibility of the Cabin Crew Member is
that which concerns the safety of the passengers and the aircraft cabin. This
requires them to undergo specialized and thorough training to gain sound
knowledge to instil in them complete confidence and provide them with the
authority needed in performing their duties. The second and the most visible duty
of the Cabin Crew Member is the role they play as the airline public relations
officers, creating a favourable impression of the airline through friendly and
efficient service.
The Cabin Crew Member is responsible for safety procedures in his/her zone of
aircraft and the efficient evacuation of the zone in the event of emergency landing
on land or at sea. Must give calm and controlled instructions and demonstrate
leadership in these circumstances. Any in-flight emergency will require the Cabin
Crew Members to immediately transform themselves from the amiable and ready
to please employees into assertive leaders responsible for the safety of every
person on board the aircraft. He/ she must maintain familiarity and comply with all
applicable rules and regulations as well as the procedures pertaining to the
performance of his/her duties and abide by all applicable country laws regulations
(KWI & outstations).
2.4 Cabin Crew Members Checklist (F/C and E/Y Cabin Crew)
BRIEFING
▪ Report to the Briefing Room as per assigned reporting time
▪ Check Crew Email System for any notifications, circulars etc.
▪ Check with the Briefing Officer for any changes or updates to the flight
movement.
▪ Attend pre-flight briefing session
▪ Receive working and emergency position for the flight
▪ Answer questions on safety and emergency issues and service procedures as
required
▪ Proceed together with other Cabin Crew Members to the Airport immediately
after completion of the pre-flight Briefing session.
▪ Complete check list of all emergency equipment and facilities allocated within
assigned zone of the aircraft and forwards clearance of checks to the Cabin
Crew In Charge (signing the cabin crew checklist clearance form), highlighting
any deficiencies that may affect the operation of the flight.
▪ Ensure all cabin dividers and curtains are opened and secured with straps.
▪ Check Crew Email System for any notifications, circulars etc (at main base).
Basic Functions:
Responsible for the presentation of safety instructions to passengers and the
coordination of emergency procedures and disembarkation in emergency landings
on land or at sea in accordance with the requirements of the Kuwait DGCA.
Supervise and monitor the activities of cabin crew on board in providing full range
of services to passengers on all types of aircraft as designated by the company,
and in accordance with cabin services procedures and international airline
standards. Liaise with Group Leaders on problems incurred during flight operation
and reports in the Voyage Report.
As per DGCA requirements, an In-Charge Cabin Crew Member should be
assigned on each passenger carrying flight.
a) Supervises the activities of assigned personnel on a particular flight.
b) Conducts the pre-flight briefing to all Cabin Crewmembers, outlining the flight
details, sectors, stopovers, time difference and passenger load configuration.
Highlight requirements of particular passengers such as invalid, sick
passengers, VIP’s, or commercially important passengers (CIP’s),
unaccompanied minors, and any other requirements for special meals,
indicated in the passenger information list (P.I.L).
c) Delegates various duties and positions to the Cabin Crew Members.
d) Ensure Cabin Crew filling the Document Check Form acknowledging the
availability of their documents such as passports, ID cards, Crew Member
Certificates, Emergency License and Medical certificates etc. CCI to conduct
random check during their pre-flight briefing session.
e) Ensures Cabin Crew Members safety knowledge by asking questions on
emergency and evacuation procedures, regulations and first aid.
f) Ensures all cabin crew complete their respective checklists for their assigned
positions. Spot checks all relevant equipment is available and serviceable.
Examines all the checklists.
g) Contacts Ground Handling, Catering and Engineering staff on any problems,
such as missing equipment, items, meals, or the unserviceability of galley
areas.
h) Ensures check of all emergency and safety equipment. Informs the Captain of
any “no go” items that are identified in checklists and actively progresses
rectification of defects with appropriate department.
i) Inform the Captain and Ground Handling when cabin is ready to receive
passengers in order to begin boarding.
j) Ensures every assistance is given to passengers during embarkation and
provides special assistance where indicated by the P.I.L.
k) Ensure collecting General Declaration "GD" from Briefing and check the same
properly since no handwritten corrections, addition or crossing on the GD will
not be accepted by the Immigration Authorities at the Airport for departure and
arrival. In case of any amendment while on board, ensure receiving GD from
Ground Handling Coordinator along with the ship’s papers and cargo manifest.
Checks on the GD the names of the Flight Crew and Cabin Crew are recorded
correctly, obtain Captain’s signature for documents and other Kuwait Airways
documentation to be handed over after landing at the next station. Inform the
Captain when cabin is ready for take-off and carries out standard
announcements and safety briefing. Ensures that the passenger safety briefing
is given in Arabic and English languages.
l) Whenever the safety briefing is insufficient for a passenger because of that
passenger's physical, sensory or comprehension limitations or because that
passenger is responsible for another person on board the aircraft, the Cabin
Crew In Charge shall ensure that the passenger is given an individual safety
briefing.
m) Monitors the service provided during flight ensuring each Cabin Crew carries
out their duties as per their respective pre-assigned positions on board. Such
as providing newspapers, magazines, headphones, and promotional gifts
appropriate to the class, serving drinks, heating, preparing and serving meals,
and ensuring that the cabin is clean and tidy.
n) Assists Cabin Crew as required to carry out their duties and performs specific
duties according to their duty roster depending on type of aircraft. Attends to
passenger inquiries or problems and in general, ensures that service, comfort
and safety of the passengers are as per the standard required by the
Company. Keep Captain informed of any problems either with equipment in
the cabin, Cabin Crew, passengers or Entertainment defects in IFE log book
o) Completes voyage report with all flight details, deck and cabin crew names,
passenger load and identify any problem incurred and comment on the cabin
crew when applicable. Obtains signature of the Captain, identifies aircraft
defects in the Cabin Defect Log book, such as damaged seats, carpets or
unserviceable boilers or galley equipment etc.
p) Monitor the standard of behaviour of cabin crew on board, upon arrival to the
hotel at outstation allocating rooms and advising cabin crew of any change in
schedule during stopovers, advising Quality Control – Procedure & Service
Group of any problems that needs attention, submits reports on cabin crew
conduct and makes recommendations for disciplinary action or issue of
commendations, etc.
q) Ensures in the event of an emergency and where time and circumstances
permit, that all passengers are given an emergency briefing in accordance
with the requirements of the Kuwait DGCA.
r) Liaises with the security personnel and Ground Handling staff at Kuwait and
outstations.
ON NIGHT FLIGHTS
▪ Ensure cabin crew are not talking loudly, handling galley/cabin equipment
roughly & refrain from making unnecessary calls on interphone
▪ Delay the 2nd service as long as possible to avail maximum rest for pax.
▪ Ensure R/C or F/C & J/C crew are checking on long haul night flights, with
F/C & J/C pax if they wish to be awakened for 2nd service & place “Do Not
Disturb” sticker accordingly.
2.5.2 Liaison with Staff from Other Departments at Kuwait Airport and Outstations
It is the duty of the Cabin Crew In Charge to liaise with Ground Handling staff,
Engineering Staff, Catering Officers, Immigration staff etc at Kuwait Airport and
Outstations and to keep the Captain informed of all incidents that occur on the
aircraft.
vi) Layovers
a) On departure day, to ensure that all Cabin Crew report to the hotel lobby
15 mins before pick up time, settle all hotel bills, transfer luggage to
transport. Advise Captain when all Cabin Crew have boarded.
b) To report to aircraft 1 hr before STD.
c) To advise Captain when all Cabin Crew have boarded the aircraft and
inform him about cabin crew documentation.
a) At KWI Base:
b) At Outstations:
c) VVIP/VIP Flights:
- For flights KU001/KU002/KU003: Cabin Crew members should report to
the Briefing Room 3 hours before STD unless advised to report earlier.
- Other VIP flights: Cabin Crew Members should report to the Briefing Room
2 hours 30 minutes before STD.
Note:
When reporting for a flight or standby duty, Cabin Crew Members should sign the Reporting
Sheet available at the Briefing Counter and confirm that all his/her documents are valid to
operate the flight and that they are in possession of an updated Emergency Training Manual.
2.8 Pre-Flight Cabin Crew Briefing Session Guidelines - Briefing Time 20 mins on wide
bodied aircraft and 15 mins on A320.
All Cabin Crew Members shall attend the pre-flight Briefing session headed by the
Cabin Crew In Charge and conducted prior to each flight departure. The briefing
session is conducted in the Briefing Room at Kuwait and on board the aircraft or
at the gate (if space permits) at outstations.
During the briefing session, Cabin Crew In Charge should give utmost importance
to the safety issues and highlight the service procedures and major changes as
well as the latest circulars and notices.
The Briefing Guide contains most of the service and regulatory requirements
pertaining to the flight and should be used as a guideline reference when
conducting pre-flight briefing session.
Cabin Crew In Charge to Cabin crew, FSS, Air Chef if carried &
Cabin Crew to Cabin Crew in Charge.
Introduction and
Flight No., A/C registration, sector, flying time, time difference,
Flight Information
Captain’s name, pax load, special care pax, VIP, Ums, Medical
cases as per telex copies received from briefing etc.
CCI to ensure filling of the Cabin Crew Document Check form by
Documents all cabin crew / Visa if applicable. CCI to check randomly Cabin
Crew documents.
Assign Cabin Crew positions, Sales Team and A/H for Security
Working Positions
Check
Revise and check Cabin Crew Members, knowledge of
Emergency
Emergency and First Aid using the circulated questionnaire
Revision
handout. Assign safety duty for additional crew
Ask cabin crew if all working equipment, Aprons, serving jackets
Working
etc are carried.
Equipment Manual
Ask Cabin Crew if updated Emergency Manual & announcement
& Circulars
booklet are carried.
Clearances to be passes for take-off, landing and turbulence.
Ensure all cabins and exits are cleared, overhead bins closed,
Clearances
galleys are secured & window shades open. Cabin Crew to be
seated after passing clearance.
Type of service offered & sequence i.e. hot Meal, Hot Breakfast,
Service Sequence
Light Meal etc.
Destination Revise with the Cabin Crew the destination country law including
Country Law customs, immigrations, or any other special requirements
Additional Cabin CCI to ensure assigning extra cabin crew safety duties and to
Crew ensure that he/she is aware of their task
Note:
1) Cabin Crew In Charge should utilize the time allotted for the Briefing to the maximum by
covering all the points listed in the Briefing Guide and be well aware of the appointed time
to depart from Briefing and report to the aircraft on time to avoid any delay to the flight
departure.
2) In case of any cabin crew shortage, Cabin Crew In Charge should not wait in the briefing
for the arrival of the standby cabin crew but to proceed immediately to the aircraft to avoid
any delay in departure. Standby cabin crew will follow.
3) If any Cabin Crew fails to attend the briefing because of his/her late arrival to the briefing
room or is absent, the CCI is responsible to inform Dispatch Staff and report the incident.
2.8 Cabin Crew Member Document Checks by the Cabin Crew In Charge
i) Ex KWI & Ex Outstations:
a) All Cabin Crew should sign the Flight Information/Attendance Sheet available
inside the briefing room and the completed sheet should be attached to the
Voyage Report back to KWI.
b) The CCI to ensure all cabin crew filled the document check form by marking
ticked column i.e. Rank/Name/Staff no. /Passport & Residency, KAC ID etc
and signed accordingly acknowledging the availability/validity of their
documents.
c) In case of any Cabin Crew found his/her document missing or expired, Ex.
KWI, the CCI should liaise with the dispatch staff to offload and replace the
Cabin Crew concerned. However, Ex. Outstation CCI should inform the
Operating Captain and liaise with the Ground Staff to amend the GD for the
concerned Cabin Crew to return as DHD back to KWI.
d) Upon reporting to the aircraft, the CCI should present his /her documents to
the Operating Captain for verification and hand over the document check
form to the Captain confirming that all the Cabin Crew documents (Operating
or DHD/ SNY) are available and valid.
e) Cabin Crew should inform CCI if carrying any pencil memo regarding any
missing items or medical issue i.e. wearing corrective lenses, carrying an
extra set of spectacles (eye glasses) etc. Should any cabin crew fail to meet
the restricted mentioned on the Medical Certificates, the said cabin crew
should not be accepted to operate the flight. In case of any changes that
might arise regarding the medical status of the cabin crew due to an
operation after the issue of the medical certificate, the cabin crew concerned
should immediately refer to KAC Medical Centre to update the conditions
stipulated on the Medical Certificate.
Total
Sectors Distribution
Crew
Gulf (JED & DXB) , Middle East, Cabin Crew In Charge +
14
Europe 6 (F/C&J/C) + 7 E/Y
Short Gulf Sectors i.e. BAH – DOH
Cabin Crew In Charge +
– DMM – RUH & Intermediate 12
6 (F/C&J/C) + 5 E/Y
sectors DXB – MCT – DXB only
Cabin Crew In Charge +
Indian Sub-Continent 13
6 (F/C&J/C) + 7 E/Y
2 Cabin Crew In Charge +
US Sectors & Far East 14
6 (F/C&J/C) + 6 E/Y
Total
Sectors Distribution
Crew
Cabin Crew In Charge +
All Sectors 5
2 J/C + 2 E/Y
Total
Sectors Distribution
Crew
Cabin Crew In Charge +
All Sectors 14
6 (F/C&J/C) + 7 E/Y
Note:
Cabin Crew should take care while passing with the service trolleys in the cabin so as not to
damage the seats and doghouses.
Note:
1) The Cabin Ready Clearance is the time the Cabin Crew Members checks and
preparations are completed and has nothing to do with the Boarding Clearance given
by the Captain, which might be delayed due to fuelling, technical or any other reason.
The Cabin Crew In Charge is completely responsible for the Cabin Ready Clearance
and the Cabin Ready Timing should be clearly mentioned on the Flight Release Form
prior to signing.
2) Cabin Crew In Charge should also be aware that the statement given on the Voyage
Report with regard to the reason of the delay is not the final reason for the delay. The
same represents only the reason of the delay as viewed by the Captain at that
particular moment. The final reason of any delay will be decided through the Flight
Performance Committee.
f) Flight Release Form will be maintained omitting (leaving blank) the section
pertaining to the Deck Crew Boarding Clearance
Note:
Ground Handling Staff should follow the laid down procedure regarding boarding of E/Y
passengers by row (5 rows at a time) from AFT to FWD. This procedure is applicable Ex.
KWI and Outstations. Cabin Crew In Charge should report any discrepancy related to the
above mentioned procedure on a Ground Handling Report.
Operations Director
Group Leader
m) Operating Cabin Crew Members are not to disembark from the aircraft before
Captain's permission is obtained or before the Captain disembarks.
n) Cabin Crew Members disembarking at Transit Stations and who are in
possession of permission from the Crew Management should not disembark
without getting Captain’s approval through the Cabin Crew In Charge.
o) Cabin Crew In Charge during their Briefing and/or when the occasion arises
should remind the Cabin Crew Members of the aforesaid.
2.19 Announcement
On board announcement shall be made in Arabic and English on each
flight/sectors in addition to the route language whenever applicable.
The pre-recorded announcement system on A320 – A330 & B777 aircraft must
always be the priority when conducting the on-board announcement. Only in cases
of unserviceability of the pre-recorded announcement system on the above-
mentioned aircraft or in the case of non-availability of Arabic & English
announcement (i.e. on the B747 aircraft), the Cabin Crew In charge will conduct
the announcement using the PA system. The same also applies for the third
language announcement depending on the sector operated.
The Cabin Crew In Charge may assign one of the Cabin Crew Members to
conduct the announcement provided that the name and position of the said Cabin
Crew Members is mentioned on the Voyage Report. The name of the cabin crew
who conducted the third language announcement should also be mentioned on the
Voyage Report.
Note:
Announcement should always be conducted using the pre-recorded announcement
system. Only in cases of unserviceability of the Pre-recorded system, Cabin Crew In
Charge will conduct the required announcement using the PA system.
Engineering Issues
Entertainment System or any other Cabin a. CDL
defects.
a. Voyage Report – Duration & Reason
Delays (Brief Statement)
b. Traffic Reports – Full Details
Traffic (Ground Handling) Issues
Seating, boarding, baggage’s, PIL, Flight a. Traffic (Ground Handling) Report
Documents etc.
Cabin Appearance Issues
Pillows, blankets, Carpets, Cleanliness, a. Cabin Appearance Report
Cabin Amenities etc.
a. Voyage Report
Upgrading
b. Traffic Report
As such, Kuwait Airways Chief Executive Officer /Accountable Manager and all
Operational & Support Department Directors fully endorse our non-punitive policy,
accident, incident, event or error reporting system within the Organization which is aimed
towards developing and fostering a culture of trust & honesty to create a safe working
environment.
Kuwait Airways Higher Managements will ensure that all possible resources are used to
guarantee that the contents of your Confidential Report will remain confidential and will
not be used to reprimand you or your colleagues. It is understood and accepted that
willful violations of established policies, processes, procedures, regulatory requirements,
regulations and/or gross negligence will not be tolerated. The Operational Safety
Department will endeavor to investigate your confidential report and provide you with any
details of the investigation and recommended corrections.
In commitment to Kuwait Airways’ Non-punitive policy, all personnel are assured that
they can disclose any safety related concern or information without fear of retribution.
The information supplied in their report will only be used to enhance safety.
• We should identify hazards and report all safety concerns, hazards and events
• We must report any unsafe act or unruly Behaviour that can cause harm
• All injuries during working hours must be reported.
General Remarks:
1. Discrepancies shall be entered in the Cabin Defect Log using ball pen with
indelible ink and in BLOCK CAPITALS LETTERS ONLY.
2. A legible impression must be entered in all copies.
3. When entering defects ensure to use neat legible handwriting and to insert a
thick cardboard under the sheets to avoid coping on other sets as the papers
are self-carbonizing.
4. Ensure information entered is up to date, legible, cannot be erased and is
correctable in case of an error provided such correction remains legible.
Correction must be made only by simple crossing or striking off the unwanted
words/sentences and shall not be crossed/scratched totally making it
unreadable. Any correction must be initialed to identify the person who made
correction. White out shall not be used under any circumstances.
5. CDL pages shall not be removed or mutilated if any unnecessary entry is
made inadvertently. This shall be deleted only by simple crossing by two lines
and making a remark “Entered in error”.
Some of the examples of Cabin Defects:
1. Every electrical or electronic item in the cabin, which causes Circuit Breakers
(CB) to trip, smokes, arcing, burns or injury or electrocutes a person must be
reported.
2. Any defect related to emergency equipment irrespective of its nature.
3. PA system and oxygen system.
4. Water, waste and passenger entertainment systems.
5. Defects of all panels, trims shrouds, carpets and curtains. Particular note
should be made of dirty carpets, curtains, décor, seat covers, unserviceable
seat adjustment, toilet and galley equipment.
6. All passengers and attendant seats especially if the defects renders them
unusable.
7. Any sort of defect regarding cabin air conditioning, pressurization, smoke or
fire detection or distinguishing smell in the cabin must be reported.
8. Any defects of windows and main or emergency door/exits.
9. All abnormal noises, vibrations, smells, condensations, icing or deformations.
10. Insects in the cabin, galley or even meal tray should be reported for
fumigation of the A/C.
Deferred Defects (“B” Defects):
Defects which occur at the transit station and cannot be actioned immediately,
may be deferred as action at base provided safety is not affected and Captain
agrees to accept the A/C in this condition.
2.20.7 Control of Cabin Operation Documentation:
Any documents or reports used directly in the conduct or support of cabin
operations shall be legible, contains accurate information and controlled by a mean
of identification that includes version of the operational document, date of issue
and effective date, applicable revision etc.
List of the Current controlled reports used for the conduct of Cabin Operations are
available in the Crew Email System for the Cabin Crew Reference.
Cabin Crew
Manual
Chapter 3
Cabin Crew
Policies & Procedures
Signed receipt shall be attached to the CCI voyage report. A copy of all receipts
shall be kept in record at Services & Procedures Group.
It is the duty and responsibility of the CCI to check and ensure on every flight that
all On-Board Library items are available. In case of any missing item from the
library, CCI should report the same to Services & Procedures Group for prompt
replacement.
Any manual removed from the library should be returned to the same location.
Flying Duty Period starts when the crew member is required by the Company to report
for a flight, and finishes at chocks-on or engines off on the final sector.
FDP = Engine off – Reporting time
If the crew member is required by the company to report for duty in advance of the
standard reporting time that time shall be counted as part of the FDP.
Maximum FDP Cabin Crew: The maximum Cabin Crew FDP shall be in accordance with the
following table:
Local Time of start Sectors
1 2 3 4 5 6
0600-0759 14 13.15 12.30 11.45 11 N/A
0800-1259 15 14.15 13.30 12.45 12 11.30
1300-1759 14 13.15 12.30 11.45 11 10.30
1800-2159 13 12.15 11.30 10.45 10 09.15
2200-0559 12 11.15 10.30 10 9.30 N/A
Note: The cabin crew FDP and limits set on early starts flights between 0500 to 0659 hrs LT will
be based on the time at which the flight crew report but that FDP will start at the cabin crew
reporting time.
Delayed Reporting Time in a single FDP
When a crew member is informed of a delay to the reporting time before leaving the
place of rest, the maximum FDP shall be calculated as follows.
Delay Duration Maximum FDP will be based on Start Calculating FDP from
Less than 4 hrs Original reporting time Actual reporting time
More limiting time band original
4 hrs or more 4 hrs after original reporting time.
reporting time and new reporting time.
10 hrs or more Elapsed time is classed as Rest period New FDP will be restarted.
- Note: If upon the resumption of duty, further delays occur then the appropriate criteria in this
above paragraph shall be applied to the re-arranged reporting time.
Note: A total in-flight rest of less than 3 hrs does not allow for FDP extension. The total in-flight
rest need not be consecutive.
B – Extension of Flying Duty Period by Split Duty: When an FDP consists of two or
more duties separated by less than a minimum rest period, the FDP may be
extended as follows:
Consecutive Hours Rest Maximum Extension of FDP
Less than 3 NIL
3 - 10 A period equal to half the consecutive hours rest taken
Note: The rest period shall not include the time allowed for immediate post and pre-flight duties:
Total Time for Post / Pre-
If the Rest Taken is Place of Rest
flight Duties
Aircraft or Airport (Quiet and comfortable
Less than 6 hrs 30 mins
place, not open to the public)
Suitable accommodation must be
6 hrs or more 45 mins
provided i.e. Hotel in Airport vicinity
Note: If rest is taken in the aircraft on ground, the crew must have adequate control of the
temperature and ventilation. Passengers must not be on board.
C - Aircraft Commander’s Discretion to Extend a Flying Duty Period: The aircraft
commander may at his discretion extend an FDP beyond that permitted in the FDP table
for a maximum of 3 hrs. The commander may exercise his discretion to extend an FDP
following a reduced rest period to the extent necessary to allow for unforeseen
circumstances that become apparent during the last sector.
Rest Period:
▪ The minimum rest period which must be provided before undertaking a flying duty
period shall be:
- At least as long as the preceding duty period, plus one hour for each Time
Zone more than 2 hrs or 12 hrs, whichever is greater.
▪ When the rest period is 12 hrs, and suitable accommodation is provided by the
Company, then that rest period may be reduced by one hour. In such circumstances,
if the traveling time between the airport and the accommodation is more than 30
minutes each way then the rest period must be increased by the amount the total time
spent traveling exceeds one hour.
▪ If the preceding duty period, including any time spent on positioning, exceeded 18
hours, then the rest period must include a local night.
▪ The rest period following a sequence of reduced rest and an extended FDP cannot be
reduced.
▪ The length of minimum rest for crew called from standby duty shall be determined by
the length of standby duty, plus any time spent on positioning and any FDP
completed.
▪ The Aircraft Commander may, at his discretion, reduce a rest period below the
minimum required. A rest period must be long enough to allow Crew members a
minimum of 10 hours at the accommodation. The exercise of such discretion must be
exceptionally and should not be used to reduce successive rest periods.
▪ If the Time Zone Difference exceeds 2 hours, then the additional time zone difference
above 2 hrs shall be added to the minimum rest (i.e. London – New York, 5 hrs time
zone differences, time zone above 2 hrs is 5-2 =3 hrs. The minimum rest period will
then be 10 + 3 = 13 hrs)
Standby Duty
▪ The time band in which a standby duty starts determines the allowable FDP, except
when the actual FDP starts in a more limiting time band, then that more limiting time
band will apply.
▪ When on airport standby, the allowable FDP is calculated using the standby duty start
time.
▪ If a crew member is called out from standby, the standby duty will cease when the
crew member reports at the designated reporting point.
▪ The following limits apply:-
3.5.2 Definitions
For the purpose of this document, various terms used have the meanings defined
below ascribed to them.
Acclimatized
When a crew member has spent 3 consecutives local nights on ground within a
time zone which is 2 hrs. wide, and is able to take uninterrupted night’s sleep, the
crew member will remain acclimatized thereafter until a duty period finishes at a
place where the local time differs by more than 2 hrs. from that at the point of
departure.
Augmented Flight Crew
A flight crew that comprises more than the minimum number required for the
operation of the aeroplane and in which each flight crew member can leave their
post and be replaced by another qualified flight crew member.
Cabin Crew
A person employed to facilitate the safety of passengers, whose duties are
detailed by the company or the aircraft commander. Such person will not act as a
member of the flight crew.
Contactable
A short period of time during the day or night, other than on a ‘day off’, during
which the Company requires a crew member to be at an agreed location for the
purpose of giving notification of a duty period which will commence not less than
10 hours ahead. The contactable period shall not exceed 2 ½ hours.
Crew Member
A member of flight crew or a cabin crew.
Days off
Periods available for leisure and relaxation, free from all duties. A single day off
shall include two local nights and shall be of at least 34 hours duration.
Consecutive days off shall include a further local night for each additional
consecutive day off. A rest period may be included as part of a day off.
Duty
Any continuous period during which a crew member is required to carry out any
task associated with the business of the company.
Early Start Duty
A duty is an Early Start Duty if it commences in the period 0500 to 0659 hours
local time.
Fatigue:
A physiological state of reduced mental or physical performance capability
resulting from sleep loss or extended wakefulness and/or physical activity that can
impair a crew member's alertness and ability to safely operate an aircraft or
perform safety related duties.
Flight Crew
Those members of the crew of an aircraft who act as a pilot, or flight engineer.
Split Duty
A flying duty period which consists of two or more sectors, separated by less than
a minimum rest period.
Standby Duty
A defined period of time at the airport, at the hotel or at home, during which a crew
member, who would otherwise be off duty, is required by the company to be
available to receive an assignment for a specific duty without an intervening rest
period. However, it shall not include any time during which the Company requires a
crew member to be contactable for the purpose of giving notification of a duty
which is due to start 10 hours or more ahead.
Suitable Accommodation
A single-occupancy bedroom which is subject to minimum level of noise is well
ventilated and has the facility to control the levels of light and temperature.
Time Zone Difference (TZD)
The difference in local time between the place of departure and the place of arrival,
and each time zone is one hour.
Traveling Time
All time spent by a crew member in surface transport transiting between the place
of rest and the place of reporting for duty.
Week
A period of seven consecutive days starting at Saturday 0001 and ending Friday
2400 hours’ local time.
than 4 such duties in any 7 consecutive days. Any run of consecutive duties (late
finishes or nights or early starts) can only be broken by a period of not less than
34 consecutive hours free from such duties. These 34 consecutive hours may
include a duty that is not an Early, Late or Night duty.
However, crew members who are employed on a regular early morning (0500 to
0659 hours local time) duty for a maximum of 5 consecutive duties shall work to
the following:
i) The minimum rest period before the start of such a series of duties is 24 hrs.
ii) The duty will not exceed 9 hours, irrespective of the sectors flown.
iii) At the finish of such a series of duties, crew members will have a minimum
of 63 hours free from all duties.
Should a crew member be scheduled for duty that occurs during any part of the
period 0200 to 0459 hours local time, for more than 1 night and up to a maximum
of 3 consecutive nights, then crew members must be free from all duties by 2100
local time before covering the block of consecutive night duties, such that the
crew members can take a rest during a local night.
Regular Night Duties
Not applicable (see definition – ‘Regular’).
If, upon the resumption of duty, further delays occur then the appropriate
criteria in this paragraph and paragraph (a) above shall be applied to the re-
arranged reporting time.
3.5.12 Aircraft Commander’s Discretion to Extend a Flying Duty Period
a) An aircraft commander may, at his discretion, and after taking note of the
circumstances of other members of the crew, extend an FDP beyond that
permitted under maximum FDP, provided he is satisfied that the flight can be
made safely. The extension shall be calculated according to what actually
happens, not on what was planned to happen. An extension of 3 hours is the
maximum permitted, except in cases of emergency (see Note 1 below).
b) The commander is authorized to exercise his discretion to cater for
unforeseen delays, etc. and avoid disruption after the ‘duty’ has started. The
discretion may be exercised as under:
• Exercised on the “day of operation”.
• FDP of Flight Crew and Cabin Crew can be extended together or
separately, jointly or individually.
• At the beginning of the FDP or enroute.
• At base or outstation.
• FDP involving one or more sectors.
c) A commander is authorized to exercise his discretion to extend an FDP
already extended by In-flight relief or split duty after the start of an FDP with up
to 3 hours of discretion.
d) A commander may exercise discretion to extend an FDP following a reduced
rest period, only in exceptional circumstances, and then only to the extent
necessary to allow for unforeseen circumstances that become apparent during
the last sector.
e) Whenever a commander exercises his discretion to extend a flying duty
period, such extension shall be reported to the company (on prescribed form). If
the extension is more than 2 hours, it shall be reported to the DGCA/ASD
within a period of 14 days, by the company.
Note 1: In respect of an extension to a flying duty period, an emergency is a situation
which in the judgment of the commander presents a serious risk to the health or safety
of crew and passengers, or endangers the lives of others.
Note 2: Discretion Reports either concerning extension of flying duty or reduction of a
rest period shall be submitted in the Forms given in the Appendix to this document.
Those reports will be used by DGCA/ASD when assessing the realism of particular
schedules.
f) Extension of FDTL – Guidance
The pattern of operations of flight crew and cabin crew could be different. If
there is a delay to flight, the commander who is operating the immediate sector
may, at his discretion, extend the FDP of crew members, as required, to
complete their respective duty assignments. He will submit the Discretion Report
for FDP extension up to sector/s operated by him. The FDP so extended
governs the crew concerned thereafter.
In case of a change in the commander, the new commander should be informed
of the FDP extension made by the previous commander. If further FDP
extension is required due to delay/diversion etc. involving recalculation and
extension of FDP, the new commander may, at his discretion, extend the FDP,
taking into account all the circumstances again. If he further extends the FDP,
he will submit another Discretion report, stating the FDP extension made by him.
Note: total extension of any crewmember in a single FDP shall not exceed 3 hours.
g) Consultation with other crew
The aircraft commander may exercise his discretionary powers to extend a flying
duty period or reduce a rest period after taking note of the circumstances of
other members of the crew. The intent of consulting other crew members is to
ensure that they are sufficiently free from fatigue so that they can operate to a
satisfactory level of efficiency and safety in all normal and abnormal situations.
The consultation process must take into account the circumstances of the
majority of the crewmembers in deciding if the flight should be continued or not.
The regulations should not be interpreted as to allow any individual to practice
“veto” power over the continuation of a flight. Commanders should be prudent in
assessing the circumstances. A case in point would be when a co-pilot who
represents half the cockpit crew feels fatigued, versus a cabin crew member
who may represent a fraction of the required manpower.
3.5.13 Rest Periods
a) The company will notify all crew members in good time of a flying duty period
so that sufficient and uninterrupted pre-flight rest can be obtained. When away
from base the company must provide the crew with the opportunity and the
facilities for adequate pre-flight rest. The company must provide suitable
accommodation. When flights are carried out at such short notice that it is
impracticable for the company to arrange suitable accommodation, then this
responsibility is delegated to the aircraft commander.
b) The minimum rest period which must be taken before undertaking a flying duty
period will be the greater of i) or ii) below:-
i) At least as long as the preceding duty period, (minimum of 10 hrs.) plus one
hour per hour of Time Zone Difference if more than 2 hrs. or
ii) 12 hours.
c) When away from base, in the case when the rest period earned by a crew
member is 12 hours, and suitable accommodation is provided by the company,
then that rest period may be reduced by one hour. In such circumstances, if the
traveling time between the aerodrome and the accommodation is more than 30
minutes each way then the rest period must be increased by the amount the total
time spent traveling exceeds one hour. The room allocated to the crew member
must be available for occupation for a minimum of 10 hours. This sub-paragraph
does not apply to rest periods that exceed 12 hours.
d) In exceptional circumstances, at home base, individual crew members may be
asked to exercise their discretion to reduce rest by up to a maximum of one hour
but only to minimum of 12 hours for flight crew and 11 hours for cabin crew. If
discretion is used, it is the responsibility of KAC and the crew member to inform
the commander of the flight immediately following the rest period that a reduced
rest period has been taken.
e) If the preceding duty period, which includes any time spent on positioning,
exceeded 18 hours, then the ensuing rest period must include a local night.
f) The rest period following a sequence of reduced rest and then an extended
FDP, cannot be reduced. Note: see also para 3.5.12 d.
g) After being called out from a standby duty the length of minimum rest shall be
determined by the length of standby duty, plus any time spent on positioning, and
any FDP completed.
h) Crew members who inform the company that they are having difficulty in
achieving adequate pre-flight rest should be given the opportunity to consult an
aviation medical specialist.
3.5.14 Aircraft Commander’s Discretion to Reduce a Rest Period
a) An aircraft commander may, at his discretion, and after taking note of the
circumstances of other members of the crew, reduce a rest period below the
minimum required. The exercise of such discretion must be considered
exceptional and should not be used to reduce successive rest periods.
A rest period must be long enough to allow Crew members a minimum of 10
hours, at the accommodation where the rest is taken.
For those flights exceeding a Time Zone Difference of two hours then that time
zone difference minus 2 hours, shall be added to the minimum rest period at the
accommodation where the rest is taken (e.g. London – New York, 5 hours’ time
zone difference, minus 2 hours = 3 hours. 10 hours plus 3 hours’ time zone
difference = 13 hours minimum rest period).
b) If the preceding FDP was extended (Commanders discretion) the rest period
may be reduced, provided that the subsequent allowable FDP is also reduced by
the same amount.
c) When away from base and where an individual crew member separates from
the crew or the crew as a whole splits up, then any use of discretion to reduce
rest becomes a decision for an individual crew member. The decision to continue
with the next flight and the submission of an associated discretion report is the
responsibility of the relevant commander after the crew member, and the
company if in a position to do so, has informed the commander that a reduced
rest period has been taken.
d) If a rest period is reduced, the commander shall submit a report to the
company in the prescribed form. Any reduction of a rest period by more than 1
hour must be reported to the DGCA/ASD, by the company, within 14 days.
3.5.15 Standby Duty
a) The time of start, end and nature of the standby duty will be defined and
notified to crew members. The time a standby duty starts determines the
allowable FDP, except that when the actual FDP starts in a more limiting time
band, then that FDP limit will apply.
b) However, when standby is undertaken at home or in suitable accommodation
provided by the company during the period 2200 to 0800 hours local time, and a
crew member is given 2 hrs. or less notice of a reporting time, the allowable FDP
starts at the reporting time for the designated reporting place and not as in a)
above.
c) When a crew is on a standby duty on immediate readiness at an airport, the
allowable FDP is calculated using the start time of the standby duty.
d) If a crew member is called for duty from standby, the standby duty will end
when the crew member reports at the designated reporting point.
The following limits apply:-
Duty Maximum Duration
Standby duty (all cases) 12 hours
Standby followed by an allowable FDP 20 hours + 1 hour for cabin crew
f) Following any period of standby during which the crew member has not been
called for duty, at least 12 hours rest must be taken prior to the next duty period.
Similarly, following the end of a contactable period at least 10 hours must elapse
prior to the next duty period.
g) For minimum rest purposes, the minimum rest period will be determined by
the length of standby duty plus any time spent on positioning, plus FDP
completed, plus post flight duties.
3.5.16 Days Off
a) A single day off shall include two local nights and shall be at least 34 hours.
Consecutive days off shall include a further local night for each additional
consecutive day off. A planned rest period may be included as part of a day off
provided at base or outside base.
b) Crew members shall:-
i) Not work more than 7 consecutive days between days off, but may be
positioned to the usual operating base on the eighth day, provided they are
then allocated at least 2 consecutive days off, and
ii) Have a minimum of 2 consecutive days off in any consecutive 14 days
following the previous 2 consecutive days off, exceptionally, where there is
a delay which could not have been foreseen, crew members may be
positioned to their usual operating base on the 13th day, provided they are then
allocated at least three consecutive days off, (DGCA/ASD approval 16-
741/OPS/41, 14th Nov 2016 & other correspondences), and
iii) Have an average of at least 8 days off in each consecutive 4 weeks
period, averaged over 3 such periods.
c) If a crew member is away from flying duties due to sickness, then the 8 days off
in any consecutive 4 weekly period, as referred above, may be reduced as per
the following table
Note 1: A single sick day can replace one (1) days rest in the eight (8) days off in any
consecutive four (4) weekly period, provided that the crew member must have had two
local nights and shall have been at least 34 hours duration free from duty.
Note 2: A single sick day not meeting the above requirements (see Note 1), shall not
replace one (1) days rest in the eight (8) days off in any consecutive four (4) weekly
period. Moreover, a crew member should not be rostered for a duty before 0600 hrs.
Local time (i.e. end of local night).
Note 3: following two (2) sick days, to be eligible for two (2) days consecutive rest, the
crew member must have had three (3) local nights free from duty.
d) If a crew member is away from flying duties due to leave, then the 8 days off in
any consecutive 4 weekly period, as referenced in item b) iii) above, may be
reduced as per the following table: Table 2 – Leave :
Duration of leave days within Reduction in the provision of 8 days off
consecutive 4 weekly period within consecutive 4 weekly period.
Singe (1) day Nil (see note 1)
> 1 day Each successive days leave shall reduce
this requirement on a one for one basis up
to the max. of 8 days.
Note 1: A single day’s leave can replace one (1) days rest in the eight (8) days off in any
consecutive four (4) weekly period, provided that the crew member must have had two
local nights and shall have been at least 34 hours duration free from duty.
Note 2: Two (2) day’s leave can replace two (2) days consecutive rest, provided that the
crew member must have had three (3) local nights free from duty.
A crew member who is a no-show (absent from duty), then those days away from flying
duties will be treated as per paragraph d) above.
3.6.3 Extra Cabin Crew Members (FSS or Newly Appointed Cabin Crew):
Flight Services Supervisors operating training or route check flights also newly
appointed Cabin Crew Members traveling in addition to the cabin crew
complement will be booked as DHD cabin crew & No ticket issued.
a. He/She will occupy extra jump seat in the aircraft provided for extra crew
b. Seat will be booked on aircraft with no extra jump seat.
Note:
1. In-flight Relief Cabin crew must adhere to the DHD travel regulations.
3.6.4 Dead Head & Supernumerary Cabin Crew Regulations
Dead Head travel will be indicated on the cabin crew members’ roster and in such
cases the following rules are to be observed:
a. Dead Head cabin crew should have a valid visa for their final destination
whenever required.
b. DHD cabin crew members’ documents to be checked/briefed separately by the
Cabin Crew In Charge of the operating cabin crew (if DHD cabin crew do not
have a Cabin Crew In Charge) after completion of the regular Briefing Session.
c. Cabin crew traveling DHD / SNY should check-in through the Airport Counter.
d. Full uniform should be worn. (DHD / SNY)
e. DHD/SNY large suitcases to be checked in at counter as normal pax.
f. DHD/SNY cabin crew to move together through Immigration Counter.
g. DHD / SNY cabin crew should not interfere with the operating cabin crew
during the flight
h. DHD / SNY cabin crew should change into decent civilian attire after take-off
and back into uniform before landing. Cabin Crew In Charge of DHD cabin
crew should ensure that all his/her cabin crew are wearing decent modest
civilian clothes to maintain KU image. (T-shirts with pictures, etc., or
jeans/denim wear are not allowed).
i. DHD/SNY cabin crew travelling on flights of 2 hours 30 mins or less may
continue to travel in uniform and need not change into civilian clothes.
However, stripes for stewards must be removed.
j. DHD/SNY cabin crew when changing into civilian clothes are not allowed to
use the F/C or J/C toilets.
k. DHD/SNY cabin crew should strictly follow the regulations pertaining to
behaviour in general and must avoid making excessive noise or talking to each
other loudly.
l. Economy Class meals, similar to the E/Y passengers will be offered.
m. All regulations pertaining to rest periods, alcoholic consumption and behaviour
in general should be strictly observed by DHD / SNY cabin crew.
n. DHD/SNY cabin crew are not permitted to move between classes and to keep
a very low profile in order not to disturb passengers/operating cabin crew.
o. DHD/SNY cabin crew to leave the aircraft after the E/Y passengers disembark.
p. A Voyage Report should be filled by the Cabin Crew In Charge or the senior
cabin crew member mentioning the cabin crew names and staff numbers
including the name and staff number of the Cabin crew In Charge. The Report
should be signed by the operating Captain.
q. Ex./To LON: Any cabin crew member travelling Dead Head or supernumerary
should check-in/out through KAC Counter and pass through HM Immigration
as passengers.
r. DHD cabin crew positioning to LON and transiting to other destinations on the
same day do not require a VISA.
s. DHD/SNY cabin crew to board the aircraft prior to pax embarkation and to
occupy normal cabin seats as allocated by Ground Handling staff. DHD/SNY
Cabin seats shall be equipped with a seat belt and have ready access to
oxygen system.
t. DHD / SNY Cabin Crew should comply with the “fasten seat belt” sign and,
applicable “no smoking” regulations on board the aircraft and should be seated
with their seat belts fastened:
1. during taxiing, takeoff and landing phases of the flight; prior to and
2. or during turbulence and other emergency situation, if considered necessary
by the flight commander.
u. DHD / SNY Cabin Crew should ensure that their baggage and other personal
belongings are properly stowed in a secured manner throughout the flight.
v. DHD / SNY Cabin Crew should comply with all necessary instructions given to
them by the Operating Cabin Crew in case of an emergency situation Inflight.
Note:
1. Whenever any cabin crew member reports sick or is seated as DHD during flights for
a certain reason, Cabin Crew In Charge should mention DHD and not the cabin crew
member’s position in the column for Cabin crew Position on the Voyage Report.
Furthermore, Cabin Crew In Charge should report in the General Remarks the reason
for the said action also the actual duration of duty performed by the said cabin crew
member for the purpose of calculation of flying hours.
2. Whenever cabin crew members are DHD on any positioining flight, Cabin Crew In
Charge should assign only 1 cabin crew member to handle the service for deck crew
and not on rotational basis for flying hours calculation.
All Cabin Crew should ensure that the said forms/reports are made available
when submitting their Medical claims. The signature and stamp of the outstation
Station Manager is required.
Cabin Crew sick during layover at outstation, should get a separate medical report
from the treating doctor, recommending for rest, duly endorsed by the Station
Manager.
3.7.3 Accident While On Duty
The cabin crew members concerned/involved in an accident whilst on duty should
inform the Cabin Crew In Charge of the flight to mention the accident on the
Voyage/Irregularity Report. The cabin crew members concerned should report to the
Group Leader and Administration Section after returning from the flight with all
supporting documents – medical reports/bills (originals) received from the treating
Doctor. Whenever a cabin crew member on ground meets with an accident he/she
should inform the Administration Section of the same together with all supporting
documents within a maximum of one week from the date of the accident and
complete the required formalities.
The concerned cabin crew should then consult the Doctor after obtaining necessary
documents/instructions from the KAC Clinic.
The following documents are required:
a. Work Related Accident Claim Form (from HX)
b. Accident Report from KAC Doctor
c. Police Report – whenever police is involved (for vehicle/road accident)
d. CCI’s Voyage, Irregularity Reports (if case occurred during flight)
e. Occurrence Report (if applicable depending on incident)
f. Medical Bills (original) , if any
g. Fitness Report from KAC Doctor
h. Any other medical documents required by the insurance in this connection.
Cabin crew members cannot resume duty after an accident until a Fitness Certificate
is made available to the office. Even if no rest is approved, the cabin crew member
has to complete all the above formalities.
turn will liaise with the Ground Handling Staff to offload the said baggage. Such
discrepancy should be reported by the Cabin Crew in Charge on the Ground
Handling / Traffic Report.
Offloaded bags must be labeled with a “Gate Bag Label” by Ground Handling
Staff and the portion of the “Gate Bag Label” should be handed over to the
passenger.
3.8.2 Cabin Baggage Stowage:
Prior to closing aircraft doors, all Cabin Crew and Passengers Cabin Baggage
should be adequately and securely stowed in the overhead bins, under
passenger seat, In closets within placarded weight restrictions and secured with
a door that can be latched or strapped or restrained by means approved by
DGCA/ASD and does not obstruct access to any safety equipment, exits or
aisles. Any bulky items which cannot be properly stowed and secured should be
offloaded.
- Catering Items should be properly stowed and secured. Wheelchairs should
also be properly secured and no loose items should remain in the cabin
unsecured as they may jeopardize safety in an emergency.
- The Cabin Crew should verify that all cabin baggage are properly stowed and
overhead bins are closed and the CCI should inform the Captain of any
difficulties in ensuring the above and will follow his instructions.
- Passengers Cabin Baggage may not be stowed in galleys, in flight deck, in
crew rest areas, or in emergency equipment storage locations
Note: Cabin Crew should use proper lifting techniques when lifting crew or passenger luggage
also to use caution when opening overhead bins to prevent items from falling out.
In-flight Commander
Any time the Commander considers that a passenger’s behaviour jeopardizes the
safety of the aircraft or of any person on-board, he is to consider ordering that the
passenger be physically restrained. Use of restraining devices shall be in
accordance with relevant company instructions.
The restrain imposed upon person shall not be continued beyond any first point at
which the A/C lands unless:
a) The local authorities refuse to permit disembarkation of that person.
b) The A/C makes a forced landing and the A/C Commander is unable to deliver
that person to competent authorities or the person agrees to onward carriage
under restraint.
Whenever he has ordered the use of restrains or the Police have been otherwise
requested to meet a flight to deal with an unruly passenger, the Commander is to
notify Operations Control Centre (OCC) of the circumstances. OCC will notify the
Airport Manager at the destination Airport and KAC Kuwait Station Security (KSS).
If any person has been injured in the incident, the OCC and KSS should also be
informed. Operations Management should be informed when the injured person is a
member of the cabin crew.
When practicable, the Commander is to radio the destination airport prior to landing
to ensure that Police have been asked to attend the flight. On arrival, the
Commander is to help facilitate co-operation with the Police and is to do whatever is
necessary in his judgment to ensure the best interests of the company are served.
If the Commander considers it desirable in the interest of the safety of the aircraft
and those on board, he may react to a disruptive incident of a sufficiently serious
nature by diverting the aircraft to the nearest appropriate airport.
3.9.2 In-flight Reporting Procedures
In all cases of unruly passengers, a KAC Flight Disturbance Incident Report is to be
produced in duplicate, one copy for the Commander and the other copy for Cabin
Crew In charge.
The form should be filled by the Cabin Crew In charge and countersigned by the
Commander and the Cabin Crew In charge and should contain a full account of
events, including identification details of everyone involved. Cabin Crew In charge
should ensure that an on-going, written record of events is compiled. To the extent
possible this account should include timings and record exact words used,
particularly when language was abusive and the passenger’s comments about the
incident. This will enable the company to give the case the fullest consideration and,
where appropriate, to instigate action against an offender.
3.9.3 Post-Flight Procedures
After Landing
In case of a serious incident with disorderly passenger(s) the Commander will
request airport police or security staff to meet the aircraft on arrival and if necessary,
charge the passenger with an offence, in co-ordination with ground staff.
Police Statements
Whenever police are asked to meet a flight to deal with an unruly passenger, they
are likely to require the crew members involved and possibly other passengers to
provide statements of evidence. The procedure for taking statements will vary
considerably from country to country. Usually, the police will want to gather their
evidence immediately after the flight has landed. However, if desirable and
practicable it may be possible to arrange for statements to be taken later on the
stopover. Bearing in mind the importance of successful prosecutions, those required
to make statements should do everything reasonably possible to co-operate with
police.
o. In all cases the Flight Commander shall have the ultimate authority and final
decision.
p. In emergency whenever there is a possible threat to the Security and safety of
the aircraft and passengers, the following measures will apply:
a. The Sky Marshals shall take immediate action to maintain the safety of the
aircraft and its occupants.
b. The Flight Commander should be informed of the situation as soon as
possible.
c. In case of a dispute or problem between passengers or between passengers
and Cabin Crew the Sky Marshals shall not interfere without prior approval of
the Flight Commander.
d. Sky Marshals should be notified of any request to visit the cockpit before
allowing passengers to enter the cockpit.
e. The cockpit door should always be kept closed during the flight.
f. Sky Marshals group must follow at all times, the in-flight safety and emergency
procedures i.e. fastening their seat belt, abiding by the no smoking regulation,
securing their luggage etc…
3.10.1 Coordination between the Cabin Crew and the Sky Marshals
a. All Cabin Crew shall be subjected to inspection of carry on baggage only.
b. CCI should identify himself/herself to the Sky Marshals Group Leader.
c. The Sky Marshals Group Leader and the Cabin Crew in Charge will settle any
disputes that may arise between any of the Sky Marshals group and any Cabin
Crew member and inform the Flight Commander accordingly.
d. The Cabin Crew in Charge will ensure that the Sky Marshals receive the same
service as given to the rest of the passenger with the exception of the give
aways. The Security staff seated in F/C and J/C to be offered give-aways similar
to the passengers and the same to be returned to the Cabin Crew at the end of
the flight.
e. The Cabin Crew in Charge will notify all his/her Cabin Crew member to refrain
from carrying out any work which is contrary to the security measures i.e. opening
of the aircraft doors and any sealed boxes before informing the Sky Marshals and
having his approval (at outstations and night stops).
f. Cabin Crew in Charge is no longer required to inform the Z1 leader about the
following:
- The passengers load or period of delay.
- Change of passenger’s seat or class of travel unless the said pax is
suspected to be a security threat.
g. C/Crew to ensure performing the Cabin Security Checks properly at transit
stations whereby pax remain on board or whenever requested by the Z1 Leader
or by the Ground Security Staff at certain outstations.
h. All C/Crew should treat the seats assigned for Z1 Staff as Top Confidential Issue
& to avoid open conversation with the Z1 Staff during flights unless it is an Urgent
Matter in order not to reveal their identity to pax.
i. CCI shall notify the Z1 of the Commander’s approval of cockpit visits by
passengers.
3.10.2 Relation between the Air Hostesses and the Sky Marshals
Female passengers’ security check is conducted by assigned Security Staff at the
respective outstations. However, Security Department may request assigning
airhostess to conduct security check at certain destinations provided enough notice
is given to Operations Dept. In such case following procedure will be followed:
During briefings, Cabin Crew In Charge should assign the air hostesses responsible
for conducting the security checks.
The Cabin Crew in Charge will introduce the airhostess assigned to conduct the
security check to the Sky Marshals Group Leader who will entrust her with
inspection duties under his supervision and directions.
The Air hostess assigned for checking lady passengers should not be interrupted or
given other duties while conducting the security check.
Her duties are to inspect and screen female passengers i.e. physical inspection,
using metal screening device) as per the instructions of the Sky Marshals Group
Leader.
A Sky Marshal must be available next to her whenever she is performing her duties
to handle and interfere in case there is security threat.
Air Hostess security check form to be completed by the Cabin Crew in Charge,
signed by the Sky Marshals Group Leader and white copy (original) to be attached
to the Voyage Report.
Cabin Crew Incharge should include this issue during their Briefing sessions on
flights involving transit stops without Sky Marshals (Z1) on board and must also
ensure that all the cabin crew adhere to the above instructions.
3.12.5 India
a) COK Airport: Immigration Regulations:
1. Before landing at COK, all cabin crew members to fill in triplicate (separate form
for Indians and Foreigners), the Crew Landing Permit applicable for Cochin
Airport mentioning in detail; name, designation, nationality, passport no., etc. and
signed by the Captain
2. The same is to be presented along with the GD to the Immigration Authorities.
3. 1 copy will be retained with the Immigration and the other 2 copies will be
returned to the cabin crew in order to be handed over to the Immigration Officer
on departure Ex. COK.
4. All crew names and nationalities should be mentioned on the GD.
5. All cabin crew members should carry their valid passports and flying documents
with them.
6. For the passengers, In addition to the normal landing cards, Indian Immigration
Entry/Exit cards with numerical coding is supplied in the F/C & E/Y Dry Stores to
be distributed only to passengers holding foreign passports on sector KWI/COK.
DEL/MAA/TRV/BLR Airport: Cabin Crew Immigration Regulations
1. Prior to landing at DEL airport, all cabin crew members are required to complete
the Immigration form in triplicate (3 copies) mentioning in detail name,
designation, nationality, passport number etc.
2. The same is to be presented along with the GD to the Immigration Authorities at
DEL airport.
3. One copy will be retained by the Immigration and the other 2 copies are to be
given to DEL Base In Charge for cabin crew operating Ex. DEL in order to be
handed over to the Immigration Officer upon cabin crew departure.
b) Customs Regulations: All Indian Airports
1. It is prohibited to carry Indian currency and items made of animal skin into India
and cabin crew on duty are not allowed to export any of the said items from India.
2. Importation of currencies should not exceed Indian Rupees 2000/- and
US$2500/- and must be declared upon arrival into India. All foreign currencies
should be officially exchanged and receipts to be retained by the cabin crew
members for possible customs inspection upon departure.
3. Before landing into India cabin crew members should fill up the Crew Declaration
Form in triplicate which is to be signed by the Captain. For COK sector separate
Custom Declaration Form to be filled by Indians & Foreigner Cabin Crew. The
said form has details of name, designation, amount of foreign currency, tobacco
products, jewellery, watches, electronic items, etc., which are to be declared.
Lighters are not allowed to be carried in any Indian Ports and Power bank not to
be carried in checked in baggage (Large suitcase). 1 copy of the same will be
stamped by the customs and returned to the Cabin Crew In Charge which should
be signed by each crew member in the presence of the Custom Officer on
departure Ex. India. The items declared on the form should be available with the
cabin crew members for possible inspection upon arrival or on departure by the
customs staff.
Note:
Importing/exporting of goods in commercial quantities is strictly forbidden for all
cabin crew.
3.12.6 Indonesia ( Whenever applicable)
CGK Customs Declaration Form
All passengers and crew should fill a Customs Declaration Form, supplied in the Dry
Stores in all classes. Cabin Crew Member should distribute the same on flights to
CGK and ensure that all passengers and crew have completed the Customs
Declaration Form in order to be handed over to Customs Officer upon arrival.
Immigration Cards for Indonesia
a. Cabin crew members operating flights to CGK should be in possession of
passport which is valid for at least 6 months.
b. Immigration cards for passengers are applicable on flights to Indonesia as
mentioned below:
• In Indonesian language: To be distributed and filled by Indonesian Nationals
and has 2 sections.
• In English: To be distributed and filled by foreigners and has 3 sections
Positioning Crew on Other Airlines to CGK: Cabin crew whose nationalities
require visa to enter Indonesia and positioning on other airlines as passengers to
operate any sector must be in possession of a valid Indonesian visa prior to their
arrival into CGK in order to avoid any inconvenience with Indonesian Immigration
Authorities at CGK.
3.12.7 Lebanon
Lebanese Nationals traveling on flights to BEY are no longer required to fill Entry
Immigration Cards. Therefore, on flights to BEY, landing cards should be distributed
to non-Lebanese passengers only.
3.12.8 Muscat
All Pax proceeding to MCT do not require filling Immigration cards.
3.12.9 Saudi Arabia
Immigration Cards for Flights to Saudi Arabia
No Immigration card are required to be filled by any passengers travelling to KSA
regardless of the type of visa they are carrying.
Landing Cards will be provided only on Hajj 3 & 4 digits flights to JED and MED.
Galley attendants should ensure the availability of the landing cards during the
ground checks and inform the CCI if any missing / discrepancies to mention it on a
catering report. Cabin crew shall distribute and assist pax not holding the special
Hajj landing cards and ensure that the said cards are completed by all Hajj
passengers.
3.12.10 Srilanka (CMB):
Ex. KWI: All Cabin Crew are required to fill up to two forms for Customs.
1. GD to be presented to Immigration Counter along with Passport.
2. List of Private Property in Possession of the Officers and Crew Form (to be
filled by all Crew members)
3. Individual Air Crew arrival declaration form to be filled for Customs
3.12.11 Thailand:
THAI Immigration Requirements
All passengers disembarking at BKK airport should complete the full address in
Thailand or name of hotel on the Disembarkation card. Thai Immigration Authorities
will not allow passengers to disembark unless the Disembarkation card has been
duly completed. The following announcement should be conducted while cabin
crew members are distributing the landing cards. Please ensure that the
announcement is also done in Thai.
All cabin crew members operating sectors KWI/BKK to ensure that passengers are
filling their complete address in Thailand in order to avoid any inconvenience to
passengers on arrival at BKK.
3.12.12 UK – United Kingdom
Immigration Cards:
As per the British Immigration, all passengers disembarking at ports within the
United Kingdom must be in a possession of a completed landing card. Failure to
abide by the said Regulations will result in a penalty being imposed on the carrier.
Please be reminded about the following:
a. In case of children on parent’s passport, one landing card is required per family.
b. British nationals and E.E.C passport holders are exempted from filling the same.
c. During ground checks, cabin crew must ensure that sufficient quantity of the
same is being provided.
d. In case of shortage of landing cards encountered during flight, Cabin Crew In
Charge to contact the Ground staff at LHR to arrange for the same prior to
passenger disembarkation.
e. Fast Track Channels at LHR
f. Fast Track Channel service at London Heathrow - LHR is available for R/C or
F/C and J/C passengers travelling on flights KWI/LHR. F/C cabin crew members
to ensure the distribution of the Fast Track Channel cards to the following
categories entitled for the said privilege:
i. R/C or F/C & J/C class revenue passengers.
ii. F/C & J/C class 50% ticket holders.
iii. E/Y class passengers upgraded to J/C or F/C due to over sale.
iv. Free 1 ticket holders (F/C passengers only)
v. Oasis Club Cards Holder including those sitting in E/Y
General Declaration
Cabin Crew In Charge to ensure that GD provided Ex. KWI contains the correct cabin
crew details i.e. name, nationality, etc. Prior to landing at NYC, Cabin Crew In Charge
to complete 5 copies of the said GD clearly mentioning in the General Remarks
Column that “No Sickness On Board” and to be signed by the Captain. Upon arrival at
NYC, these copies are to be handed over to the NYC Ground Handling staff.
Note:
1. During the flight, in case a pax is suspected to be infected by any contagious disease,
the Captain should be notified immediately to make the necessary arrangements with
NYC Ground handling staff.
2. The pre-recorded announcement related to documentation/customs should be “played”
on all flights to the US i.e. KU 117 sector KWI-NYC or KWI - SNN as applicable etc. In
case of failure of the said pre-recorded announcement system, Cabin Crew In Charge to
conduct the announcements as stipulated in the Announcement Booklet.
c) A short-sleeved cotton vest must be worn under the uniform blouse to avoid
body odour.
d) Airhostess should not clip their I. D. Cards on their skirts/pants
Scarf: The scarf should be worn at all times when in uniform except when the jacket
is worn without winter coat. It may be worn along with the apron. The knot of the
scarf should always be to the right hand side however for female CCI the knot
should be on left hand side.
Apron: The apron to be worn before starting the service as soon as the seatbelt
sign is switched off after take-off till seatbelt sign is switched on for landing.
However, wearing the cardigan after the service is optional for all female Cabin
Crew otherwise, Air-Hostesses should keep the apron on during the flight. Once the
apron is worn, Air-Hostesses to follow the following:
a) Wrap the belt ONE time around the waist.
b) Make a Single knot on the opposite site of the front pocket.
c) Make a single bow knot.
Cardigan: Female cabin crew may wear the cardigan with scarf during boarding
(with name plate on).
Tights: Tights should be worn at all times when in uniform. Tights should be skin
colour; grey or black sheer. Navy/dark blue tights may be worn while wearing
trousers only. Short stocking (ankle length) are not allowed.
Shoes: Female Cabin Crew have the option to either wear the shoes issued by the
company or use their own shoes provided the following:
a) Shoes are to be black, leather and of a classical type (no other material is
permitted i.e. velvet, suede, fabric, shiny or patent leather, etc.).
b) The heel of the uniform shoes must not be less than 3 cm. and must not exceed
5 cm. 3cm heel shoes may be considered as a cabin and /or uniform shoes and
may be worn during boarding as well as during flight.
c) Cabin shoes (Platform or Flat) must be worn after closing doors and during
service but not permitted during passenger’s embarkation and disembarkation.
Cabin shoes should not exceed 3 cm and must be made of leather only.
d) Fancy, pointed toe styles, big buckles, straps, bulky and sports type soles are
not allowed.
Boots: Simple boots (long below the knee) may be worn in winter provided that they
comply with the set shoes regulation.
Belt: At any time the female CCI or Crew should not wear two belts on top of each
other i.e.:
a) Female CCI: When jacket is worn on flights to Europe, USA or during winter
season, belt is not to be worn on the blouse/top as belt is to be worn over the
jacket only.
b) Female Crew: When jacket is worn, belt should not to be worn on the
skirt/trouser as only one belt should be worn over the jacket.
Overcoat: Overcoat is to be carried on all International routes in winter and should
be worn in a dignified manner and not to be placed on the luggage carrier/trolley. It
should be dry cleaned only and well pressed. The scarf is to be worn with the
overcoat.
Handbag: Only the handbag supplied by the Company is to be carried. It should be
carried in a dignified manner and kept clean. No decorative ornaments are to be
Make-Up
a) Full make up is required when in full uniform.
b) Make-up should be tasteful / simple and complements the Airhostess’s skin tone
and facial features.
c) A fresh appearance must be maintained at all times, refreshed as necessary, but
never in view of passengers.
d) A light shade of blusher to be applied with particular attention to the application of
foundation.
e) Nails should always be well manicured. Only shades of pink, red, French
Manicure is allowed. Nail polish should be simple and not flashy, fluorescent,
chipped or two-tones.
f) Lipstick should always be worn and should match the colour of the nail polish.
Dark purple/brown or any other bright coloured lipsticks are not permitted.
g) Excess facial and body hair should be removed frequently.
h) Teeth to be brushed and free from nicotine stains. Mouthwash or spray to be
used regularly. Strong flavored food should be avoided before or during the flight
and personal mouth hygiene must be maintained at all times. Airhostesses are
not allowed to wear any type of diamonds or precious stones embedded in their
teeth.
i) Visible tattoos of any sort are not permitted.
j) It is compulsory to use deodorant.
The Company provides Air hostesses with "Grooming Allowance", therefore
inadequate grooming is not acceptable.
Note: Airhostesses operating Hajj /Umrah flights are requested to abide by the following:
1. Wear simple make-up..
2. The uniform trouser to be worn if available, if not the skirt to be worn which should
not be tight and must be 5 cms below the knee.
Any deviation from the above could lead to the offloading of the concerned Air hostess from
the flight.
f) Awareness of other Cabin Crew duties and assignments in order to ensure the
fulfillment of all Cabin Crew duties in case of any emergency.
As part of the Emergency Course, all cabin crew members should complete practical
training exercises consisting of:
1) Cabin drills and hands-on operation of cabin equipment.
2) Cabin exit operations (normal & emergency) for each aircraft exit type;
3) Cabin emergency evacuation; Fire fighting; Oxygen administration; and Ditching
Drills.
Practical training exercise is part of the cabin crew initial, re-qualification and recurrent
training course undertaken by all Cabin Crew members every 12 month period.
3.14.3 Crew Resources Management “CRM” Courses:
All Cabin Crew members shall undergo CRM training to gain an understanding of the
human factors involved in conducting cabin safety duties and coordinating with the
Flight Crew during the execution of onboard emergency procedures. Such training is
included in the cabin crew initial, re-qualification and recurrent training course
undertaken by all Cabin Crew members every 24 month period.
During CRM Training Deck and Cabin Crew members participate in joint training
activities or exercises to improve onboard coordination and mutual understanding of
the human factors involved in addressing emergency situations and security threats.
3.14.4 Cabin Crew Aviation Security Courses:
The Security Training Programme aims at acquainting the Cabin Crew with preventive
measures and techniques that enable them to act in the most appropriate manner to
minimize the consequences of acts of sabotage or other forms of unlawful interference
and include the following elements:
a) Terrorist behaviors; Understanding of behavior of terrorists so as to facilitate the
ability of crew members to cope with hijacker behavior and passenger responses;
b) Threat evaluation; Determination of the seriousness of any occurrence;
c) To determine the causes of disruption behavior on board and management of
such types of incidents; Situational training exercises regarding threat conditions;
d) Flight deck procedures to protect the aircraft; Crew communication and
coordination;
e) Aircraft search procedures and guidance on least risk bomb locations.
f) Sabotage, hijacking;
g) Unruly passengers and appropriate self-defense responses; Use of non-lethal
protective devices assigned to crew members
h) Other acts of unlawful interference.
All Cabin Crew Members should complete the Security training as part of the initial,
re-qualification and recurrent training course undertaken by all Cabin Crew members
every 24 month period.
All subject areas within the scope of Aviation Security Training shall be addressed
not less than once during every 48-month period.
3.14.5 Cabin Crew Aircraft Type:
Newly recruited cabin crew shall be licensed to fly two aircraft types. After completing
one year in service cabin crew shall be scheduled for a conversion course for a third
aircraft type.
a) No Cabin Crew member shall be allowed to operate more than three aircraft types
except that, with the approval of the DGCA.
b) Aircraft Type training shall include the description, locations and operations of the
aircraft cabin systems and equipment i.e. cabin layout, seats, galley,
communications, lighting and oxygen systems, exit locations and operations,
emergency equipment locations and operation, emergency assignments, cabin
crew emergency duties etc
3.14.6 First Aid Training Courses
All cabin crew members shall undergo every 24 months a First Aid training that
provides knowledge in aviation medicine and first aid. Such training shall be included in
the initial, re- qualification training courses and in the recurrent training course. Aviation
medicine and first aid training include life-threatening medical emergencies;
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); Treatment of injuries; treatment of illnesses and
diseases; first-aid medical equipment and supplies.
3.14.7 Dangerous Good Training Courses
As part of the Cabin Crew initial and re-qualification training courses as well as
recurrent training course every 12-month, all cabin crew members shall undergo a
Dangerous Good training that provides knowledge and awareness in recognition and
handling of dangerous goods as well as the emergency action to be taken in case of
emergency. Dangerous goods training include:
1. General Dangerous Good philosophy;
2. Dangerous Good Limitations;
3. Labeling and marking;
4. Recognition of undeclared dangerous goods;
5. Provisions for passengers and crew;
6. Emergency procedures.
3.14.8 SMS Training
Safety Promotion is one of the most effective elements of SMS to develop and
maintain a strong safety culture in the organization. Safety Training and effective
communication on safety are two important processes supporting safety promotion.
Cabin Crew shall under every 24 months a SMS Training Course as part of the initial,
re-qualification & recurrent training course.
An ongoing program of Safety Promotion ensures that every employee understands
the organization’s SMS, why safety management procedures are being introduced,
what safety management means, why particular safety actions are being introduced
and benefits from the Safety lessons learned etc. It provides the mechanism for
dissemination of safety information and lessons learned from safety occurrence
investigations and other safety-related activities thereby creating safety awareness and
encourages every employee to contribute to our safety knowledge base.
All staff regardless of their level in the organization shall be trained on Kuwait Airways
Safety Management System and encouraged to adopt the safety practices of the
organization.
The safety training program consists of initial classroom / e-learning and recurrent
training via media, online, class-room training, or similar training (newsletters, flight
safety magazines, power point, etc.).
Department heads are to ensure that their operational personnel are trained and
competent to perform their safety management duties. Records of participation shall be
maintained by the respective departments and a monthly report of SMS training
accomplishment with staff details shall be forwarded to D9.
Total of 3 flights to cover each aircraft type according to patterns stipulated below:
1. One European flight.
2. One Indian Sub-Continent/Far East flight.
3. One Local flight.
4. Plus one optional flight in case the Training Supervisor deems necessary.
Note:
Cabin crew member, whenever possible, will undergo Conversion Course for a 3rd type of
aircraft after completion of 1 year of service. A copy of the Civil ID is required for an aircraft
visit when selected to attend a Basic/Conversion Courses.
3.14.10 Ex. KAC- Rejoining Cabin Crew Training -Ground
Ex. KAC rejoining cabin crewmembers who have been away from flying duty for a
period more than 4 months and have already returned their documents to DGCA are
required to attend an Emergency Course.
Ex. KAC rejoining cabin crew members who have been away from flying duty for a
period more than 4 months and less than one year require a Basic Emergency Course
on the same type of A/C, while the Service Course will not be required.
Ex. KAC rejoining cabin crew who have been away from flying for a period between 1
year and less than 3 years are required to complete the following ground training:
- 10 days Condensed Basic Service Course.
- 03 days Condensed Basic First Aid Course.
- 16 days Basic Emergency Course.
- 01 day Intermediate First Aid Course.
- 05 days Condensed First Class Service Conversion Course.
- 03 days Cabin Crew In Charge Familiarization Course.
- 02 days Advanced First Aid Course.
Ex. KAC rejoining cabin crew who have been away from flying for a period over 3 years
are required to attend a complete normal basic course.
Note:
Trainees eligible for the above courses are those who have previously held F/C or Leadership
position. However, those who were holding E/Y positions are eligible ONLY for the first three
Courses.
After successful completion of the course, the Cabin Crew concerned shall pass by HT section
with all documents to complete CMC formalities.
After completion of required documents and CMC, HT will update and send email to HR
After completion of the inflight training and receiving the Safety and Service Clearance,
the Group Leader of the rejoining Cabin Crew shall notify the involved sections in Flight
Services regarding the designation of the rejoined Cabin Crew members in order to
update the systems accordingly as follows:
• Service Clearance to be signed by the training FSS and handed over to the
concerned Group Leader to countersign and dispatch to HL Secretary to type the
official Clearance Form and dispatch to Crew Management for signature. A copy of
the signed clearance shall be forwarded to HR and HB to schedule the Cabin Crew
in the appropriate designation.
• Safety Clearance to be signed by the training Safety FSS whereby an email sent by
TD to HR copied to HT (letter still obtained) and handed over to the concerned
Group Leader who will dispatch it to HL Secretary to type a letter to TD Section.
Those who score the highest mark will attend the promotional ground course in the
Training & Development Department.
Note: CCI may be promoted to a senior CCI after 3 years flying as an active CCI & licenses
for at least 3 A/C types.
3.16.6 Flight Services Supervisor (FSS) Promotional Course Syllabus & Training
Program
Nominated staff who have been active Senior CCI for more than 2 years will be
selected to attend FSS promotional course. Duration of the course will be 05
working days. Maximum number of trainees is restricted to 20 trainees. Minimum
passing pass required is 80%. The syllabus and the training program are as follows:
Syllabus:
- Role and Function of Flight Service Supervisor.
- Duties/Documentation of Flight Service Supervisor.
- Maintaining/Upgrading Standards.
Note: Trainee should attend the course with Flight Services Manual and in Uniform,
abiding by grooming and behavioural standards as per Flight Services Manual, non-
compliance to which would lead to Trainee dismissal from the course.
Day 2:
Revision Day 1
Documentation of Flight Attendants /CCI /FSS.
Latest Updates of:
Service Procedures/Duty Roster.
Rules & Regulations.
Sales Procedures.
Day 3:
Revision Day 2
Duties of the FSS (Exam).
Interpersonal Skills:
Communications.
Observations skills.
Feedback skills.
OZ/HY Input.
Day 4:
Revision Day 3
Leadership Skills.
Coaching.
OJT.
Team briefing.
Instructional Techniques.
Assignments (Instructions).
Day 5:
Revision Day 4
General Exam (Exam).
Assignment (Presentation).
Action Planning.
Graduation.
Five Days
Documentation
• Kuwait Civil Avaition Safety Regulations (KCASR)
• In House Rules and Regulations (SOP)
• Cabin Crew Training Standard (DGCA cabin Crew Standard Training)
• General Part, Emergency Procedures (Emergency Training Manual)
Five Days
• Instructional Techniques (Train The Trainer)
Two Days
• Theory of the Flight by Technical Instructor
• Attend Aircraft Type Refresher Courses
• Aircraft Visit (without crew) to be trained on Aircraft with approved DGCA Instructor.
• Conduct selected topics from Refresher Course (upon receiving feedback from
approved DGCA instructor will start conducting full Refresher Course).
• Conduct Full Refresher Course (Number of course to conduct will depend on how
good the trainee is).
• Attend Aircraft Type Conversion Courses (Number of courses to conduct will
depends on how good the trainee is).
• Attend Basic Courses, conduct selected topics from general part (upon receiving
feedback from approved DGCA instructor will start conducting full course)
• Conduct Full Basic Course.
• Set for In-House Exam.
• Sent for DGCA Assessment after passing In-House Exam.
• Sent to arrange for DGCA Exam.
Note: For another aircraft type instructor will attend and conduct conversion course for the new aircraft
type. For Practical Training with Refresher, Conversion & basic conducting Practical Training.
Line Indoctrinator Qualification
Candidates for Line Indoctrinators post will be selected according to the following
conditions:
a) Completion of 12 years Secondary Education.
b) Minimum of 11 years as a Cabin Crew of which at least 3 years as CCI.
c) Very good technical knowledge of air safety/ emergency procedures requirement
and teaching ability evaluate/approved by Kuwait DGCA.
d) Very good knowledge of English language.
3.17 Exam Policy & Course Regulations
Cabin Crew Courses include testing or evaluation by written, oral or practical means to
satisfy requirements for cabin crew members to demonstrate adequate knowledge,
competency or proficiency to perform duties, execute procedures or operate
emergency and life-saving equipment.
f.) A copy of the said certificate should be handed over to Co-ordination & Training
Follow Up Section to update their records.
Note: Whenever on flying duty, cabin crew members should abide by all the conditions and
limitations stipulated on the reverse side of the said certificate i.e. wearing of medical glasses /
contact lenses, carrying extra spectacles and ensure all dates are valid… etc.
Loss of Aviation Medical Certificate:
Cabin Crew should proceed directly to the KAC Medical Centre after obtaining the
necessary letters from Co-ordination &Training Follow up section (HT) for the
issuance of the Medical Certificate.
3.18.4 KAC ID Card:
All staff should display their Identity Cards on their uniform/dress while in KAC
premises. ID Cards should be renewed at least one week before its expiry date.
Loss of ID Card:
If the ID is lost, the staff concerned should immediately inform the respective Group
Leader, Security Department and Administration Section to arrange re-issuance of a
new one.
If the ID card is lost at KWI, briefing should be informed to avail a replacement
Cabin Crew Member. If the ID is lost at outstation, the Cabin Crew concerned
should be allowed to operate back to Kuwait after informing the Captain and
reporting the same on the Voyage Report.
Note. The KAC ID should be carried at Outstations while leaving the Hotel premises
Photo submitted should be of passport size & in KAC Current Uniform. Cap/Hat
must be worn; grooming regulations should be adhered to by all Cabin Crew i.e.
a) Female Cabin Crew: Hair is well groomed and not covering the face.
b) Male Cabin Crew: should be clean shaven and hair is neatly cut.
c) Facing front view only is permissible since side view picture of the face is not
acceptable.
3.18.5 Passport:
Whenever on flying duty, Cabin Crew should be in possession of a valid passport.
a)Renewal of Passports
The Cabin Crew Members should go personally to their Embassy well in advance
to ensure that they get their passports renewed before its expiry. Rostering
Section should be informed before submitting passports to the Embassy. Cabin
Crew operating NYC flights should have their passport valid for a period of not
less than 7 months from the date of entry/re-entry (Ex. KWI or Ex. LON etc.). In
case Cabin Crew have renewed, obtained a new passport or extended their old
passport validity, cabin crew should proceed to HT Section to renew their TSA
clearance since any changes in the passport data i.e. change of passport
number/name, extension of expiry dates etc. will lead to cancellation of previous
TSA clearance.
b)Renewal of Passports from outside Kuwait
Whenever any Cabin Crew Member obtains a new passport from outside Kuwait,
he/she should ensure the following:
i. Should get departure stamp on the new passport from the country where it is
issued.
ii. To ensure that entry stamp is put on the new passport by the Kuwait
Immigration upon his/her arrival to Kuwait.
iii. To give details of the new passport to the head of Rostering Section.
iv. Submit his/her passport (old and new) with two passport size photos to the
Administration Section immediately upon arrival.
v. To obtain the necessary letter with documents from the Administration Section
and hand them over personally to the Passport Section for arranging KAC
Residence on the new passport.
If any cabin crew member changes his/her name or nationality, he/she should report
to the Administration Section with the passport for completing the required formalities
namely KAC Residence, Emergency License, Identity Card, CMC, Civil ID, etc.
c) Passport Loss at Outstations
If the passport of any staff is lost while at outstations, whether on duty or leave,
the following should be strictly adhered to :
i. Contact KAC Airport Manager.
ii. Staff should obtain a new passport from the Passport Issuing Authority of
his/her country there.
iii. A Police Report must be obtained. The same should be attested by the
Foreign Affairs Ministry of the country where the passport is lost and from the
Kuwait Embassy.
iv. Staff should approach the Kuwait Embassy to get a Visit Visa to enable the
staff to enter Kuwait.
v. If the passport is lost while on leave Non Kuwaiti nationals (outside Kuwait)
should obtain a government visa approved by their sponsor, prior returning to
Kuwait. The Visa will be issued by the Consular Office of the embassy of the
State of Kuwait in the respective country against the Civil ID
vi. The new passport should be stamped EXIT by the Immigration of that country
as well as at the Kuwait Airport on arrival (ENTRY stamp).
vii. According to the Kuwait Government rules, no cabin crew member is
permitted to travel to Kuwait as Dead Head or Supernumerary under the
above circumstances.
Note: It is highly recommended that each cabin crew member keep a copy of his/her passport
available in case of passport loss at outstations.
d) Visas
i. Whenever any cabin crew member is required to submit his/her passport to
an Embassy for getting either a duty visa or private visa, he/she should
inform the Crew Management and get permission for the same in advance.
ii. All cabin crew operating the Amiri Fleet should maintain at all times a valid
duty visa for USA, UK and other European countries “Schengen Visa”. Each
cabin crew is fully responsible to renew his/her duty visa at least 2 months
prior to the visa expiry date, failing to abide by the same will lead to cabin
crew removal from the VIP fleet.
nationals only, Civil ID number may be mentioned on the sales Voucher instead of
the Passport Number. The same is not applicable for GCC nationals as they have to
present their passport.
Maximum limit for Visa, Master Cards, American Express and Dinners credit card
transactions is limited to KD 135/- equivalent to 500 US Dollars.
Note: The Security Tampered Evidence bags (STEBS) should be offered to the transit pax who
purchase lotions/paste/perfumes/gels/Aerosol/Make Up/Foam items etc. from the sales trolley and
continuing their flights on any other sectors or airline.
3.19.3 Press Interviews And Photography
No staff is permitted to be photographed for any publicity in newspapers or
magazines or any other publication, nor allowed to give any press interview or radio
interview or appear on television, without first obtaining approval from Operations
Department.
3.19.4 Cabin Crew Member Meals Consumption On Board
On all flights, cabin crew members are provided with meals (as mentioned in the
Inflight Meal Schedule). Cabin Crew should reach an agreement amongst
themselves to ensure that they do not consume their meals together but one at a
time, so as to maintain a constant watch of the passenger’s calls and requests.
Unnecessary movement between classes during the flight is strictly forbidden for all
cabin crew members. Cabin Crew Member should consume their meals out of direct
passenger view and only after scheduled on board services, including duty free
sales are completed. Cabin Crew Member may not sit on passenger seats to
consume meals. Cabin Crew traveling as Dead Head or SNY on a passenger seat
receives scheduled meal service for the class in which they are seated. Cabin crew
are not allowed to carry their own meals and consume the same in the A/C in the
interest of hygiene and safety. Any case of food poisoning must be reported.
3.19.5 Occupying Passenger Seats By Cabin Crew Members
Operating cabin crew members are strictly forbidden to occupy passenger seats,
during take-off, landing or during the flights, as it is considered against safety
procedures and gives a negative impression to passengers. Due to safety reasons,
operating cabin crew members are to occupy their jump-seats for take-off and
landing. In case of non availability of jump-seat, the operating F.S.S or extra cabin
crew may occupy passenger seat (booked by HR) only during take-off and landing.
SNY&DHD Cabin Crew may occupy a jump seat or passenger seat (booked by HR)
3.19.6 Removal Of Aircraft Items
Cabin crewmembers are not allowed to take food items or beverages from the
aircraft, or to remove any galley or aircraft equipment, as well as other items such as
newspapers, magazines, giveaways, etc., as all these items are for passenger use.
Any violation will be dealt with severe action.
3.19.7 Communication Language
English is the common language of communication between crew members on
board (Flight Deck and Cabin Crew). The briefing session including all flight
information and emergency pre-flight briefing should be conducted in English. All
Cabin Crew operational manuals, documentation, circulars as well as the reports
submitted by the Cabin Crew members shall also be written in English.
All Announcements made for the passengers on board shall be made in both Arabic
and English language on every flight in addition to the applicable route language
At outstations:
The Cabin Crew in Charge will decide after consultation with the Pilot in Command
whether the sick Cabin Crew might be accepted on the flight or should he need
further medical examination and certification of fitness to fly by a doctor.
Cabin Crew members have also the responsibility to make optimum use of the
opportunities and facilities for rest provided and for planning and using their rest
periods properly in order to minimize incurring fatigue.
B- Passengers
Assessing whether a passenger is unfit to travel is often very difficult and can
often be a judgment call by the Captain of the flight and the Cabin Crew In-
Charge. From a cabin crew perspective, best practice would be to remain
vigilant during cabin patrols and advise the Cabin Crew In Charge to liaise with
3.19.12.1 Use of Drugs or other Conditions preventing Cabin Crew from operating
flights / duties.
Cabin Crew member shall take no drugs while on service unless these have
been expressly prescribed to them by a KAC/DGCA Kuwait appointed doctor
who is aware of the operational nature of their duties.
The ruling in the above paragraph applies also to those types of drugs which
are commonly prescribed such as; Anti-histamine drugs, contained in some
common cold cures, anti-motion tablets or medicines prescribed for allergic
conditions; Antibiotic Drugs, Sleeping tablets or sedative, including chlorodyne
which is provided in the first aid kit all on aircraft as a gastric sedative:
Furthermore,
Tranquilizing Drugs:
Stimulant drugs, used to keep individual awake for long hours and to curb
appetite when reducing weight; it is pointed out that sedative drugs and alcohol
aggravate the effects of each other, and they may be dangerous if taken at the
same time.
Anesthetics
Local and general dental or other anesthetics; At least 48 hours should elapse
after such treatment before flying and must inform crew scheduling accordingly.
Blood Donation
Blood donation and flying do not mix. Disturbance to circulation following blood
donation takes several weeks to return to normal. Take KAC approved Aviation
Medical Examiner advice.
Diving
Cabin Crew member shall not fly within 24 hours following diving and certainly
not on the same day and must inform crew scheduling accordingly.
Pregnancy
Pregnant Air Hostesses shall immediately inform her Group Leader to be
referred to KAC doctor. Any cabin crewmember who becomes or suspects that
they may be pregnant must immediately, upon becoming aware of such
pregnancy, notify her management. Furthermore, they shall without undue
delay, advise KAC Aviation Medical Examiner when they are pregnant.
• The DGCA/ASD will suspended the license unless obstetrical evaluation and
continued medical supervision indicate a low-risk uncomplicated pregnancy.
In such cases, the fitness assessment should be limited to the period from
the end of the 12th week until the end of the 26th week of gestation.
• The suspension shall be lifted after full recovery following the end of
pregnancy and successful completion of medical re-evaluation.
3.19.13 Escorting UM
If so desired and against payment, arrangements can be made for KAC Air
Hostesses to accompany a minor during flight.
a. The Station Ground Handling Staff are responsible for taking over the UM’s
from their parents/guardians, escorting and assisting them (i.e. UM’s) through
departure/immigration formalities and to introduce, and hand over the UM/s to
the escorting Air Hostess on board who in will turn advise the operating Cabin
Crew In Charge accordingly.
b. The escorting Air Hostess will remain responsible for the UM’s welfare during
emergency (if any), inflight and during transit. In case layover is involved, and
whenever possible, depending on the age and sex of the UM, it is
recommended for the UM to share the room with the escort. The escorting Air
Hostess to check the meals/menu suitability and to supervise before and after
bed time, especially during the morning hours to assist in washing up,
dressing, etc. The UM should not be allowed to move/roam around alone in
the Hotel.
c. Upon arrival at the final destination, the Ground Staff will meet the aircraft
and take over the UM and collect his/her documents from the Cabin Crew In
Charge against signature. The UM will then be assisted by the said staff
through all the arrival formalities and finally handed over to his/her
parents/guardians against signature.
d. The escorting cabin crew must be in full uniform during flight. He/She will fly
against a MCO and return DHD or vice versa using a blocked seat assigned
by Ground Handling staff. However, the name will also be mentioned on the
GD in all cases.
e. For US bound flights, escorting cabin crew must be cleared by TSA.
3.19.14 Unaccompanied Minors – UM
a. An unaccompanied minor is a child or infant traveling alone or with the
Carrier (KAC) escort.
b. Age of the unaccompanied minor should not be less than 4 years even if the
parents/guardians are willing to pay for escort. Operating or DHD cabin crew
members are not qualified to be nominated as escorts for the UM.
c. If the age of the child is between 4 and 6 years then the child has to be
escorted by a Cabin Crew.
d. The upper age limit of the UM is 12 years and may be extended upto 16
years, if so desired by the parents/guardians of the child.
e. The UM’ can be identified by the UM pouch on his/her neck, by the
identification badge, by the baggage ID tag and also through PIL and a
special handling form which will be handed over by the Ground Handling Staff
to the Cabin Crew In Charge.
Note:
Whenever UM’s or deportees are carried on board, they should be identified to the
Ground Staff and their documents must be handed over to said Ground Staff upon
arrival
3.19.15 Acceptance of Deaf/Dumb/Blind/Passengers with Disabilities
a. One escort is required for at least every 5 passengers who are deaf / dumb /
blind / or any passenger with disabilities or who needs special care and
assistance.
b. CCI must ensure that such passengers receive a safety briefing before
commencing the flight and that the Cabin Crew Member and the Captain of
the flight are informed about the said passenger.
c. Stretchers case and passengers that have potential need for therapeutic
medical oxygen may be accepted on board provided prior permission is
obtained form KAC – Aviation Medical Centre. Such passengers should be
accompanied by a treating doctor / nurse / or an escorting family member.
d. If carried, incubators, therapeutic medical oxygen or other medical equipment
are the sole responsibility of the escorting doctor or medical staff.
Note:
When Z1 staff are carried, KAC Security Department staff are not required, even if the
number of deportees carried is between 11 to 40.
b. Policy Framework
This policy outlines the actions involved in dealing with an unruly or potentially
unruly passenger in the following three phases:
Actions to recognize and deal with potential for unruly
- Prevention:
behaviour and to prevent escalation
Actions on board a flight to terminate unruly behaviour and
- Containment:
to minimize its effects
- Disposal: Actions to deal with the aftermath of the incident
e. Types of Incidents
Disruptive incidents occurring on board a flight can be categorized as follows:
• Category 1
Offences classed as acts of terrorism such as bomb threats and hijacking.
The handling of such incidents is covered in the Security Manual, the Crisis
Management Manual and the Operations Manual.
• Category 2
Offences other than those in Category 1 that potentially endangers the safety of an
aircraft. They include: unauthorized entry to the cockpit, attempting to open an
exit/door, smoking in toilets, disobeying lawful instructions given by crew, sitting on
door bustles, unauthorized use of electronic devices, assaults on crew members or
other passengers and abuse of alcohol.
• Category 3
General offences not included in Categories 1 and 2 but that contravenes common
law, DGCA or KAC’s manuals, laws, by-laws or regulations. These would include
indecent assaults on crew or passengers, threatening or inappropriate (rude)
behaviour, public order offences such as fighting and common assault, theft and
smoking on board (other than in a toilet) and disturbing good order and discipline on
board.
3.19.19 Staff of Other Department operating flights as active Cabin Crew Members
Flights are usually staffed with Cabin Crew by Scheduling Section according to the
aircraft type, cabin layout and route destination as per Cabin Crew Requirements.
Staff of other department whose job description requires them to operate flights as
Cabin Crew members may operate flights as per the following conditions:
a. Staff must be licensed to the aircraft type operated and in possession of valid
CMC and Cabin Crew Training Certificate Booklet (that includes Emergency
License, practical training, CRM & DGR certificate, Aviation Security, SMS
license etc.), Medical Certificate, passport, visa if applicable, ID etc.
b. Staff should travel in uniform and comply with Operations Uniform Regulations.
c. Have their names mentioned on the GD.
d. Attend Briefing session and proceed to the aircraft with the rest of the cabin crew
through Cabin Crew Channel.
e. Occupy jump seat as per position assigned.
f. The department concerned shall inform Scheduling Section at least 7 days
before the date of the flight mentioning the aircraft type desired and date.
g. Staff of other department will be granted flights by Scheduling Section according
to vacancy available on the flight. (No request for a particular flight shall be
entertained unless justified with valid reason(s)).
h. Layover shall be limited to a maximum of one night at outstations.
i. Staff of other department will be assigned a normal Cabin Crew position on
board the flight. The assigned position shall not be higher than Cabin Crew In
Charge position provided that the staff concerned has been promoted to CCI
position according to Crew Management promotion criteria's, years of seniority
and after passing necessary qualifications interviews, assessment and
qualification courses as per Cabin Services needs and manpower requirement.
j. Supervisory positions on board any flight are solely restricted to Operations
Department FSS's.
k. Qualified Safety Instructors of TP or TD will operate as Safety Trainers position
when conducting Line Indoctrination Training else they have to follow item i (not
applicable for TD staff). Safety Trainers name shall not be included in the on
board announcement.
l. In compliance with applicable KCASR regulations pertaining to maintaining of
Cabin Crew records, staff of other department requesting a flight will be solely
responsible to maintain records of all duties preformed for at least 12 calendar
months. The record of duties shall include the duration of all ground and flying
duties, days off, standbys, rests, ground courses performed by the staff
concerned as required by KCASR.
Note:
Other departments should ensure that insurance coverage for their staff while operating flights includes
liability for onboard incidents, incidents during layover at outstations, sickness, medical expenses etc.
3.19.20 Health & Safety Policy: Physical and Mental Safety of Staff
All employees of Kuwait Airways have the right to a good working environment and a
good balance between work and spare time. The physical and psycho-social
wellbeing of employees is important and fundamental to the way they conduct their
duties. KAC’s objective is to proactively avoid any physical or mental illness caused
by the work environment and other factors.
KAC recognizes and accepts its responsibility as an employer to provide a safe and
healthy workplace and work environment for its employees and others who are
visiting or working in its premises.
KAC undertakes to comply with all statutory health and safety requirements by
ensuring that resources are made available to provide:
a) Clear rules, responsibilities and targets for a healthy and safe work environment at
each workplace
b) Office premises, equipment and design of work that are safe and without risk to
health
c) Sufficient information, instructions, training and supervision to ensure that all
employees are aware of any hazards at their workplace together with the
necessary measures to be taken to protect themselves against these hazards.
d) Adequate welfare facilities and arrangements.
KAC aims to continuously improve the work environment for all employees and has a
zero target for work-related illnesses. If a work-related illness occurs, in spite of its
efforts, KAC shall actively work to eliminate the cause of the illness and to help the
employee return to a productive and stimulating working life.
The minimum requirement of responsibility for KAC is to comply with the legal
principles applicable in the country of operation and at base in Kuwait. The principles
outlined above are valid for all employees working either in KAC premises or at
outstation bases.
Breakfast Flight Arriving & Departing Between 0500 & 1000 hrs LT
Lunch Flight Arriving & Departing Between 1300 & 1430 hrs LT
Dinner Flight Arriving & Departing Between 1900 & 2300 hrs LT
Meal allowances will be provided according to the set rate applicable at scheduled
layover stations, however at stations whereby there is no scheduled layover the
following allowances will be provided (except DEL & LHE):
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
US $ 15 US $ 25 US $40
Cabin Crew
Manual
Chapter 4
In seat 180
4.41.6 Fire Involving Dangerous Goods 182
4.41.7 Spillage or Leakage of Dangerous Goods 184
4.41.8 ICAO Dangerous Goods Labels 188
4.2 Introduction
It should be recognized that it is not possible to develop specific procedures to cover
all possible emergency situations that might arise on board an aircraft; Crew will not
always remember procedural steps in their exact specified order while under stressed
action when an emergency situation occurs.
The following handout gives quick reference guidelines of the duties to be carried out
in the event of an emergency arising. Detailed information is available in the Emer-
gency Procedures Training Manual. Actions taken may have to be modified to suit
the particular emergency, and to this end Cabin Crew must be prepared to conduct
themselves in a calm and efficient manner and to exercise their initiative if necessary.
Self-discipline and a thorough knowledge of the aircraft and the equipment carried
will enable Cabin Crew to carry out the duties required by them. It cannot be over-
emphasized that the chances of survival for both passengers and cabin crew during
an emergency are greatly enhanced by the cool behavior and professional actions of
the Cabin Crew. These latter points will inevitably be reflected in the behavior of the
passengers.
Annual cabin crew refresher training is a prevention to avoid mistakes and stress in
an emergency situation.
4.3 Evacuation Principles &Preparations:
Principles: The basic philosophy of any evacuation is to get all persons on board out
of the airplane as rapidly as possible through all usable exits.
Should an emergency occur and an evacuation becomes necessary, the Captain
must order the evacuation and the Cabin Crew must motivate the passengers to
evacuate the aircraft. This can be done by shouting instructions to the passengers.
All crew members must know their duties in detail and should have a good knowledge
of all other crew duties. This is necessary because of the possibility of the crew mem-
bers being incapacitated before or during the evacuation.
Note: To allow immediate evacuation in case of unexpected emergency, the Cabin Crew
must sit at their respective emergency stations for each take-off and landing.
4.3.1. Nature and Types of Emergency
Accidents could happen in an infinite number of ways, but the two possible ways that
they could end are either crash landing (on ground) or ditching (in water)
Emergency situations are classified into two types according to the time factor in-
volved:
1. Unanticipated (Unplanned) Emergencies:
Brace for impact • Repeat "Brace, Brace" for passengers and take Brace
(500 ft above touchdown). Position themselves until the aircraft completely stops.
Echo Victor • Release seat belts & shoulder harnesses: proceed to as-
(on stopping the airplane) signed exits and check if safe. Standby for evacuation.
Emergency situations with sufficient time to carry out necessary cabin arrange-
ments, demonstrations and precautions.Captain will call the CCI for briefing by re-
peating twice on PA the following.
After being briefed by the Captain on the time available, nature of the emergency
(Crash landing/Ditching) and safe exits, the CCI will brief the zones responsible,
who will in turn brief the Cabin Crew in their zones, in order to prepare the cabin
and passengers. Depending on the time available, a complete or partial preparation
may be undertaken.
Brace for impact • Repeat "Brace, Brace" for passengers and take Brace
(500 ft. above touchdown). Position themselves until the aircraft completely stops.
Echo Victor • Release seat belts & shoulder harness: proceed to as-
(on stopping the airplane) signed exits and check if safe. Standby for evacuation.
Notes:Severe Emergency:In case where structural damages have occurred or major internal or ex-
ternal fire is evident or aircraft has ditched or evacuation order is not heard and situation warrants
evacuation, Cabin crew will start evacuation without delay.
- CCI should use the PA. If PA inoperative, Cabin Crew to instruct pax verbally
in their area. CCI should make sure that zone responsibles are standing at
their demonstration positions. Additional crew shall assist as needed.
Note: Cabin Crew to collect shoes in blankets and lock them in the toilets.
Cabin Crew will now demonstrate the safety position, which will ensure your safety during im-
pact. You must take this position as soon as you hear "Brace for Impact",
Note: Cabin crew to check and correct the position practiced by the passengers.
(Only for ditching): Cabin crew will now demonstrate how to put on the life jackets.
a) Pick up the life jacket from under your seat.
b) Remove from stowage and unfold.
c) Pass over head.
d) Pass both straps around your waist crossing them at the back.
e) Tie the straps with a double bow knot.
New Fleet:
- Wrap the harness around the waist and pull them to the front.
- Close the buckle. To adjust the harness pull on the loose end.
f) Inflate your life jacket at the door just before leaving the aeroplane.
g) To inflate pull red toggle down.
h) If auto-inflation fails, inflate orally by blowing into the mouth piece.
7. Fasten your seat belt low and tight across your lap.
8. Leave pillows and blankets on the seat as you get up to evacuate the aircraft.
9. Read the safety leaflet kept in the seat pocket in front of you.Pay special attention at the
emergency exits. Look around you and locate the 2 exits nearest to your seat.
10. When instructed to evacuate aircraft, leave quickly without taking any of your belong-
ings.
11. Once outside, move away from the aircraft's vicinity.
BRACE POSITION
BRACE POSITION
- Captain or First Officer will announce to the passengers to get into brace position
500 ft before landing.
- The Cabin Crew should repeat the announcement until the time of impact, mak-
ing sure that the passengers remain in this position until the aircraft stops and
evacuation order is received.
- Upon receiving evacuation order / evacuation signal, open safe exits and activate
evacuation equipment and start evacuation.
- When all passengers are out of the aircraft, cabin crew are to collect emergency
equipment, water and liquids, if away from airports.
- Make sure no passengers are left behind and evacuate without delay.
- Direct passengers away from the aircraft's vicinity keeping them in one group.
SILENT REVIEW
Whenever Cabin Crew are in their stations for take-off or landing, the following
points should be recalled for a rapid mental review which will help in keeping the
crew mentally alert, confident and physically ready for any eventuality in case of
an unanticipated emergency:
1. Brace Positions
Ensure seat belts are fastened tight and low, shoulder harnesses secured and buckle
positioned in line with the center of the body and appropriate brace positions assumed.
When landing appears to be different from normal, shout loudly 'Bend over, grab your
ankles and stay down" repeatedly to ensure passengers are assuming the brace po-
sition.
2. Passenger Handling
Take charge of the situation by demonstrating strong leadership and giving reassuring
instructions like "it's all right, Stay calm", etc.
Communications to pax during an emergency have to be repetitive.
3. Crew Coordination
It is important to notify the Captain if the Cabin Crew or even pax observe any abnor-
mality like engine fire or cabin fire / smoke, etc.
Checking the actions of other Crew should be part of the evacuation procedure.
Immediately reach for the megaphones, as quite often during an emergency situation
there could be a power failure resulting in PA failure.
4. Evacuation
Clear-cut instructions from the Cabin Crew, like: "Release seat belts, "leave your be-
longings behind," "Move rapidly to the exits"…. Move fast Jump and slide two at a
time," "Line up" "Quick," etc. Do not use negative commands i.e. "Do not use the door".
Evaluate outside conditions before opening the door and remember alternate proce-
dures i.e. if power assist fails to take over, slide-raft fails to inflate or door is unusable.
If evacuation is over water, mentally review usage of the life jacket, slide-raft release
and the use of survival equipment in the slide-raft.
Do not forget Radio Transmitter and Megaphones
1. After stopping the aircraft, Captain shall give "ECHO VICTOR" order over
P.A. Upon receiving Echo Victor order, Cabin Crew should proceed to their
assigned exits, check their safety and standby for evacuation.
2. Upon receiving "START EVACUATION" order from Captain over PA and
or use evacuation signals, Cabin Crew should.
a. Reset the audio of the evacuation signal, if available.
b. Check outside condition while simultaneously repeating shouting to
passengers "RELEASE YOUR SEAT BELTS LEAVE ALL YOUR
BELONGING AND GET OUT".
12. Nominated Cabin Crew should carry with them Megaphones & Radio
Transmitters if aircraft lands away from airport. Each crew member must
take the available flashlight. All crew members should carry with them all
necessary emergency equipment, water and liquid.
13. Regroup passengers at a safe distance from the aircraft and keep them
together.
Note:
- Once an evacuation is started it may be stopped only on command of the ranking crew
members. Passengers will normally not know what is happening in the event of an emer-
gency and will need to be given forceful commands.
- If outside conditions are estimated unsafe at a particular door or if a door fails to open, then
the Cabin Crew should block the door, facing inboard, and redirect passengers to the other
usable doors if the door is partially open or if the escape slide is not fully inflated, the Cabin
Crew should block the exit, facing outboard, and direct passengers to other usable exits.
DITCHING
Besides the steps given for land Evacuation Procedure, in case of ditching following
additional steps should be undertaken by Cabin Crew after getting Start Evacua-
tion order OR as soon as aircraft comes to complete stop (in absence of any
order):
- Once the aircraft stops, Cabin Crew should release the seat belts, wear life
jackets and command passengers to put on life jackets (if not done already
in case of unanticipated emergencies).
- Command passengers: "RELEASE YOUR SEAT BELTS LEAVE ALL
YOUR BELONGING AND GET OUT"AND GET OUT".
- Check water level. If the water level is above the door sill, block the exit
and redirect the passengers to other safe exits.
- If water level is below the level of door sill, open the exit.
- For doors with slide-raft, open it in 'Armed' mode and when the slide raft is
ready command passengers; "COME THIS WAY",as they are at the door,
instruct them to "PULL TOGGLE", "INFLATE LIFE JACKET", "STEP
INTO THE SLIDE-RAFT AND KEEP MOVING".
- After all passengers have boarded, release the slide-raft and move away
from fuel saturated area.
- Join all rafts and floating aids.
Note:
1. In some aircraft escape slides can be released and used as floatation aids.
2. Seat cushions can be used as floatation aids.
3 .If time permits, megaphone, emergency flash lights, smoke hoods, large first aid kit, wa-
ter, blanket, etc., should be carried outside the aircraft.
Passengers with disabilities who may need assistance to evacuate the aircraft
should be seated near a floor level exit, but not in a seat immediately adjacent
to these exits. The Cabin Crew are responsible for their evacuation as soon as
the emergency situation permits.
Groups of passengers with disabilities should be divided into smaller groups and
should be seated in the middle of a cabin section in order not to hinder the evac-
uation flow and to evacuate at the end of the line. Primarily, persons accompa-
nying these Groups (Buddy) are responsible for their evacuation.
Crew members shall assist in their evacuation as soon as possible.
STRETCHER CASES
Two able-bodied persons will be given the responsibility for removing the patient
from the aircraft in an emergency evacuation, and be briefed on how this is to
be achieved. Stretcher cases must only be removed from the aircraft when all
passengers not connected with the patient have been evacuated.
Aircraft may be fueled with passengers onboard or embarking/disembarking subject to the fol-
lowing requirements: Reference KCASR Part 6 – Operation of Aircraft – Attachment "K". Fol-
lowing are the procedures to be followed at all airports when fueling/defueling is carried out with
passengers onboard or embarking/ disembarking the aircraft.
a) Qualified Personnel Availability.
i. Qualified personnel must be available and ready to initiate and direct evacuation of
Passengers from the aircraft by the most practical and expeditious means available.
ii. Qualified personnel shall be a deck crew member in the flight deck, cabin crew in the
aircraft cabin and ground engineer/mechanic on ground instructed in the requirements,
responsibilities and safety measures of the refueling operations.
Crew Requirements
i. A qualified Crew Member shall be in Flight Deck. It can be (a) Deck Crew or (b) Ground
Engineer / Mechanic.
ii. Minimum number of Cabin Crew for the aircraft type shall be onboard and positioned at
or near each designated evacuation exitincluding two identified exits. If in case minimum
numbers of CabinCrew are not available, they may be substituted by other staffqualified
in emergency evacuation procedures for that type.
iii. Cabin Crew members shall not leave the aircraft unless they arepermitted by the Cabin
Crew In-charge.
iv. Deck Crew to be informed by the Cabin Crew In-charge whenpassengers boarding
commences.
CABIN PROCEDURES:
Flight crew shall inform cabin crew of the beginning and ending of fueling.
Cabin Crew are required to ensure that the below mentioned procedures are complied with
when fueling /defueling is carried out with passengers on board or embarking / disembarking.
i) “Electronic Device” sign shall be switched ON and “FASTEN SEATBELTS” sign OFF and
a PA Announcement made to passengers in this effect.
ii) Aircraft Emergency lighting system shall be ARMED or ON.
iii) Passengers are prohibited from smoking, or operate portable electronic devices or mo-
bile communications equipment or otherwise produce sources of ignition.
iv) Cabin Crew to ARM an escape slide and man it, when only one door is open with aero-
bridge/stairs.
v) Ready escape route from each designated evacuation exit should be available, which
should be clear and unrestricted at all times. When cleaning staff are performing their
duties, their presence within the ready escape routes must be kept to a minimum.
Note: The arming of slides on doors designated for evacuation during fueling not required un-
less evacuation using slides is commanded.
a) Precautions to be taken during Fuelling / Defueling / Refuelling
i) No Electrical tools likely to produce sparks shall be used.
ii) Use of electrical cabin cleaning equipment shall be kept to a minimum.
iii) No Mobile/Photographic equipment used within 5 meters of fueling/defueling equipment
or the fill or vent points of the aircraft fuel system.
iv) Deck Crew to be informed when Ground Handling staff keeps pax on board.
v) Deck Crew will in turn inform Cabin Crew and Ground staff.
vi) All fueling precautions are taken including Announcement to Passengers
vii) Deck Crew maintains contact with Cabin Crew to enforce cabin procedures.
viii) In case of fuel vapors / fire, Cabin Crew shall inform Deck Crew immediately.
c) Evacuations Exits
A minimum of 2 exits available as evacuation exits, one of which is the entry door. 2 exits
may be aerobridge/stairs or one aerobridge/stairs plus one armed and manned escape slide
One Aerobridge / stairs & Escape slide
Two Aerobridges stairs 1 Door Opened & 1 Rear Door Armed
Aircraft Type
2 Doors combination
Door Opened Door Armed
A320 1L / 3L 1L 3L OR 3R
A330 1L / 2L / 4L 1L OR 2L 4L OR 4R
B777- 300 1L / 2L / 5 L 1L OR 2L 5L OR 5R
B747-400 1L / 2L / 5 L 1L OR 2L 5L OR 5R
Note: Above combination can be changed if other doors are used with aerobridge/ stairs.
إرشادات السالمة
حضرات المسافرين الكرام
أرجو االنتباه لإلرشادات التالية :
أقنعةاألكسجين :
• في حالة انخفاض الضغط الجوي داخل الطائرة عن معدله
• فان أقنعة االكسحين تهبط تلقائيا إمامكم
• اسحب القناع لتفتح صمام الجهاز وضعه على فمك وانفك وتنفس بصورة طبيعية
• مرر الشريط المطاطي حول راسك لتثبيته
الباص الجوي : 320الرجاء من حضرات الركاب الجالسين بجوار مخارج الطوارئ الموجودة بوسط الطائرة
االطالع على لوحة التعليمات الخاصة بفتح تلك المخارج والموجودة اعلى هذه المخارج واتباعها في حالة الطوارئ
،للمزيد من المعلومات الرجاء االتصال بأحد افراد الطاقم.
أحزمة المقاعد :
• الرجاء التأكد من إنأحزمة المقاعد مربوطة بإحكام استعداد لإلقالع
• لربط الحزام ادخل الحلقة المعدنية بالفتحة في الطرف المقابل
• إلحكام ربط الحزام اسحب الطرف األخر منه
• لفك الحزام ارفع الغطاء المعدني
نشرات السالمة:
الرجاء االطالع على نشرة السالمة الموجودة في جيب المقعد األمامي
شكرا……
Blind – Explain
1. How seat belt, oxygen mask and door or window exits work.
2. You may wish them to hold a demo O2 mask so they can familiar-
ize themselves with it.
3. How many seat rows they are away from the nearest two exits.
4. How to use call button.
Deaf
Looking directly at the passenger, ask if he/she reads lips. If so,
give a normal verbal briefing.
Note: You might want to write out the introduction as stated above or let them
read the introduction before providing safety information.
If the passenger does not read lips, brief a traveling companion (if accompanied)
or pull the safety card from the seat pocket and show it to the passenger. If there
are any questions, they can be answered in writing. Demonstrate normal safety
procedures.
PRE-TAKE-OFF CHECKS
Cabin Crew after demonstration should ensure the following pre-take off
preparations:
• All passengers seat belts are fastened,
• All passengers seats are in full upright position.
• Infants secured with Child Restraint Devices.
• All meal tables folded and plug-in tables stowed.
• Overhead bins / stowages closed
• Aisles and Emergency exits are cleared and free from any obstruc-
tions.
• Curtains / class dividers opened and secured.
• Loose baggage properly stowed under seats, in the overhead bins or
stowage compartments available on board.
• Individual video screens are stowed and secured.
• All stowages, doghouses and cabinets are closed and secured.
• Toilets are unoccupied and closed.
• No passengers are using any mobiles or any other electronic devices
likely to cause interference with cockpit navigational instruments
• Electrical appliances such as ovens, water boilers, articles likely to
cause interference are switched off
• All galley trolleys, containers and ovens properly closed, stowed and
secured.
• Cabin lights are dimmed and window shades are opened.
• Clearance for zone checks completed is given to the zone responsible.
• Zone clearance is passed by the zones responsible to the CCI.
• Cabin Crew take assigned seats for take-off with seat belts and
shoulder harnesses.
• CCI makes reminder announcement to all Cabin Crew to take their
seats for take-off.
• Cabin clearance given by the CCI to the Captain.
Taking into consideration the regulations issued by Kuwait DGCA, FAA and
ICAO, the following in-flight security procedures are to be complied with:
Locking Of Cockpit Door
Aircraft are installed with Cockpit Door Locking System (CDLS).The cockpit
door must be closed and locked at all times after passenger boarding and clos-
ing of cabin entry doors till the cabin doors are opened at destination using the
access code of the cockpit door locking system.
Note:This may not be followed on Amiri flights at Commander's discretion.
a) Cockpit Door Surveillance System (CDSS)
Aircraft are installed with Cockpit Door Surveillance System to monitor the
entire door area outside the cockpit to identify the persons requesting entry
and to detect suspicious behavior or potential threat. In case CCTV is unser-
viceable or till such time CCTV is installed, at least one Cabin Crew member
is required to be present in the vicinity of cockpit door area. The Ministry of
Interior, Kuwait has also advised that they are assessing the threat situation
constantly and will arrange for Sky Marshals to be carried on KAC aircraft,
when required.
b) Entry into the Cockpit of Authorized persons:
Only persons authorized by DGCA/ASD as listed below will be allowed to
travel in or visit the cockpit:
i. Cockpit Travel (in priority order)
• DGCA/ASD Authorized Inspectors.
• Flight Crew.
• Ground Engineers proceeding for aircraft certification
• ATC controllers, Flight Dispatchers, Technical/ Performance staff
and others approved by Operations Director.
Note: Commander will be informed of such authorization to travel. If he does
not accept, he shall explain the reason in the Voyage Report.
ii. Cockpit visit
• Inspectors of Regulatory authorities
• Flight Crew and Cabin Crew and others who have duties to perform
in the Cockpit.
• Passengers authorized by the Commander after ensuring that it is
not likely to endanger the safety of aircraft.
Note:
• Visit by passengers will be subject to the following conditions:
• Only One visitor is allowed at a time for a short duration.
• Passenger is identified as security risk free
• Visit should normally be during cruising
It is essential for flight safety that Flight Crew are not distracted during periods
of high workload, therefore when cockpit door is locked, access to the flight
deck and communication to the Flight Crew shall be made by interphone to
avoid distracting flight crew during critical phases of flight as follows:
i) Door Closure till Top of Climb:
All Cabin Crew communication to the Flight Crew shall be through Cabin Crew
In charge.(See Note)
ii) Top of Descent till Arrival at the Parking Bay:
All Cabin Crew communication to the Flight Crew shall be through CCI. (See
Note)
iii) No communication with the Flight Crew during:
Pushback, Take off, Approach and Landing. (See Note)
Note: Abnormal / Emergency Situation: Cabin Crew shall call Flight Crew any time in
the event of an abnormal/emergency situation e.g. smoke, fumes, passenger disturbance
or any safety related matter that affects the safety of the aircraft.
CABIN SECURITY:
• Cabin crew members will monitor the cabin, particularly the area near the
cockpit and also the movements of passengers and inform Flight Crew of any
suspicious activities in the cabin.
• When Sky Marshals are carried, one of them will monitor the area near the
cockpit.
• Whenever any Cabin Crew observes or suspects any suspicious activity or
security breaches in the cabin, they shall to the best of their ability and without
arousing suspicion, discreetly notify the flight deck by means of the cabin
interphone system. Cabin Crew shall make an “emergency call” to the cockpit
and use the phrase “CODE RED”. Flight Crew will take all necessary action
to ensure the security of the flight deck and other actions as appropriate.
• Whenever a cabin crew is required to enter the cockpit, he must contact the
Deck Crew on interphone. Cockpit door will be opened on positive identifica-
tion. Use of CDLS Emergency codes to open cockpit door should be made
in extreme circumstances. When emergency code is used, entry will be de-
nied by Deck Crew if emergency is not apparent. The objective is to prevent
unauthorized persons entering the cockpit by impersonating cabin crew
4.20 TURBULENCE
In simple terms, turbulence is an up and down movement of the aircraft, caused by
certain cloud formation, which can lead to passenger discomfort. It can vary from
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mild, lasting a few seconds, to more severe continuous one. When it occurs without
previous warning, it may cause injuries to passengers and crew.
A serious form of turbulence is the one which normally occurs at high altitudes known
as jet streams or clear sky turbulence. The onset of clear sky turbulence may be
without warning and may be severe at times.
Since Deck Crew are aware of the meteorological conditions forecast enroute of the
flight, it is advisable that the CCI gets briefed from the Captain about the chances of
turbulence, before departure.
TURBULENCE PROCEDURES:
- The Deck Crew switch the "FASTEN SEAT BELTS" Sign on and follows laid
down procedures.
- CCI make Turbulence announcement over the P.A system:
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we are passing through an area of turbu-
lence, for your own safety and comfort, please return to your seats
and fasten your seat belt. Thank you".
- Cabin Crew Checks:
- Passengers' seat belts are fastened and give clearance to the CCI who
in turn shall give clearance to Flight Crew.
- Infants (less than two years old) are secured with child restraint de-
vices.
- In-flight service may continue normally.
SEVERE TURBULENCE
- The Deck Crew switch the "FASTEN SEAT BELTS" Sign on, follow laid down
turbulence penetration procedures and makes an announcement over the PA
If the Captain was informed of a bomb on board the aircraft during taxiing or
in-flight, he will ask for an assessment of the type of threat from ATC or OCC
in Kuwait or Station Representative, depending on the source of information.
If the threat is not specific, the Captain may decide to continue the flight or
land at a suitable airport for carrying out bomb search procedure. If the threat
is specific to the flight, the Captain will Brief CCI to discreetly search for any
suspicious or unusual baggage in overhead bins, toilets, etc.
Zone 1 : L1 – R1 R1
Zone 2 : L2 – R2 R2
A330 4
Zone 3 : L3 – R3 R3
Zone 4 : L4 – R4 R4
Zone 1 : L1 – R1 R1
Zone 2 : L2 – R2 R2
B777-300 5 Zone 3 : L3 – R3 R3
Zone 4 : L4 – R4 R4
Zone 5 : L5 – R5 R5
The CCI will take the following actions:
- If PIC decides so, advise Cabin Crew to conduct the search using the applica-
ble Bomb Search Checklist Reference HY/RPT 11.
- All passengers should remain seated with all cabin baggage held in their laps.
- Cabin Crew should start a systematic search of the aircraft. Each Cabin Crew
to check respective zone & side as follows :
1. All areas accessible during flight should be searched (cabin, lavatories, gal-
leys, etc.)
2. Check all overhead bins, stowage compartments, galley trolleys, stowage’s,
containers, toilets &toilet stowages, Cabin seats, seat pockets under seat,
life jackets compartment, Doghouses and other Cabin stowage areas.
3. Look for “foreign” objects to the aircraft and not belonging to anyone
onboard
4. Check all equipment for tampering: Determine if everything is in its place
and nothing has been added.
5. Search shall be thorough. Special attention should be directed to areas of
passenger access such as overhead bins, seat pockets, toilets, doghouses
and any other open areas.
6. Remember there is no set appearance for a bomb. Any suspected items
should be given utmost importance.
7. If a suspect item is found, the search process should continue until the entire
aircraft is completely searched (there could be more than one device)
If a Bomb or suspect device is located
- Notify CCI who in turn shall inform the PIC.
- Clear the immediate area move passengers as far away from the location of
suspect item as possible
- KEEP all passengers seated with seat belts fastened and seat backs and tray
tables in upright position (at least 4 rows from the suspect device).
- CHECK discreetly for Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) expertise person-
nel on board.
- If time is critical, and there is a risk of explosion if action is not taken to mini-
mize the risk, attempt to move the suspect device to the Least Risk Bomb
Location (LRBL)
- Prepare least risk location. All Aircraft Types: Aft Right Cabin Door
- Collect and stack hard luggage to a height of mid-door
- Gather blankets and soak in non-flammable liquid
- Place 10 in/25 cm of wet blankets on the base of luggage
- Move the suspect item and place on top of blankets. (to move suspect item,
slip emergency information card under it and lift with card; carry the item in
the same attitude which found)
- Surround suspect item with wet blankets (at least 10 in/25 cm on all sides)
- Fill remaining area up to the ceiling and out to the aisle with soft material
- Secure pile with neckties, belts, pantyhose
- Move passengers as far as possible away from relocated suspect item.
- After landing evacuate the aircraft through exit away from the suspect item
- Disarm door mode selector.
- Move portable oxygen cylinders from the suspected item vicinity.
DON’T
- Don’t cut any string or tape
- Don’t open any closed containers which are suspected
- Don’t disconnect or cut any wires or electrical connections
DO
- Keep device exactly in place & attitude in which it is found if the aircraft is still on the
ground
- Stabilize it in position and immobilize for descent/landing
- Reduce potential for fragmentation and fire by carefully placing wet blankets and pillows
around the device
- Place an additional thin single sheet of plastic over the bomb
LAVATORY FIRE
a. Open door partially using fire fighting gloves and immediately discharge a
Halon fire extinguisher and close the door back. After a time gap, again
open the door carefully and identify type and location of fire and fight the
fire.
b. If door cannot be opened, use a crash axe to chop a small hole in the upper
part to the door just big enough to receive a fire extinguisher nozzle.
c. Insert a fire extinguisher, preferably Halon, into the hole and release the
entire contents of the extinguisher.
d. If needed, discharge additional extinguishers into the same hole
e. Seal any space at the base of the closet walls with blankets of heavy cloth-
ing.
f. Carefully check if flames have been extinguished and thoroughly douse the
burned materials with water.
g. Monitor the closet contents to ensure the fire remains out.
GALLEY FIRE
1. Remove electrical power from the galley by pulling the master breaker on the
breaker panel or pull circuit breakers.
2. Extinguish the fire using the appropriate handheld fire extinguisher.
3. Inform flight crew and maintain continuous communication.
4. Galley power should not be reconnected without Flight Crew permission.
CLOSED CONTAINER (e.g., oven, meals trolleys, containers, etc.)
a. Open door partially using firefighting gloves immediately discharge Halon fire
extinguisher and closes the door back. After a time gap, open the door care-
fully and identify type and location of fire and fight the fire.
b. If door cannot be opened, use a crash axe to chop a small hole in the upper
part of the door just big enough to receive a fire extinguisher nozzle.
c. Insert Halon fire extinguisher, into the hole and discharge the entire contents
of the extinguisher.
d. If needed, discharge additional extinguisher into the same hole.
Operation
1. Turn handle (clockwise) as far as possible.
2. Press down lever.
3. Aim at base of fire, Move nozzle from side
to side across fire if necessary. Fight the fire
with side to side sweeping motion to erase
the flame.
Check:
1. Indicator green.
2. Seal intact.
3. Validity label.
Donning
1. Check that the "good condition" display
indicator is not showing red and grasp the
box by the handle.
2. Pull strongly on the fastening to break the
seal and open the cover.
3. Pull strongly on the part of the hood stick-
ing out of the box until the hood and box
separate. The sachet is automatically
opened during the action.
4. Take the hood out of the sachet.
5. Separate the black collar seal located un-
der the hood by placing thumbs on the or-
ange arrows.
6. Don the hood and breathe normally. The
hood is now operational.
Note:
1. A slight noise is heard by the wearer is due to the flow of oxygen.
2. Normal operating temperature inside the hood rises gradually (depending on the effort made)
and can reach 40°C at the end of use.
3. Do not smoke or become exposed to fire or flame immediately after removing as hair will be
saturated with oxygen.
4. While donning, female users should ensure no part of hair protrudes through the neck seal.
5. Smoke hoods are designed to enable crew to don the mask within 10 seconds.
Step 1: Grasp red access handle and pull forcibly to disengage the cover. Locate
red I.D. tag and pull sharply to tear open vacuum-sealed bag.
Step 2: Pull PBE out of vacuum-sealed bag and shake hood to open
Step 3: Place both hands inside the neck seal opening with palms facing each other
and PBE visor facing downward with the KO2 container resting on top of hands.
Step 4: With the head bent forward, guide the PBE neck seal over the top of the
head and down over the face using the hands to shield the face and glasses from
oronasal mask cone.
Step 5: With both hands, grasp the adjustment straps at the lower corners of the
visor and pull outward sharply to actuate the starter.
Step 6: With the straps still in hand and head bent forward, pull backward to secure
the oronasal mask cone high on the nose for a tight seal.
Step 7: If wearing glasses, you may adjust the position of the lenses to rest on top
of the oronasal mask cone by moving the sides of the frame through the hood fabric.
Do not attempt to adjust through the neck seal as this will result in infiltration of the
surrounding atmosphere into the interior of the hood
Step 8: When the neck seal is positioned at the neck and the KO2 canister is resting
on the nape of the neck, remove the hands, checking to see that clothing is not
trapped in the seal and hair does not protrude between the seal and the neck. Pull
the protective neck shield down to cover the collar and upper shoulder area.
Note:If the starter candle fails to activate when the adjustment strap is pulled, additional
sharp pull on the strap may be sufficient to dislodge the lanyard pin and actuate the device.
REMOVING: Follow steps below:
Step 1: Go to safe area away from immediate contact with fire or open flame and/or
toxic fumes.
Step 2: With both hands, reach for the two lower corners of the visor area and push
forward on the metal tabs of the adjustment strap buckles to release the strap ten-
sion.
Step 3: Place both hands under the neck seal in forward area and pull up, guiding
the oronasal cone and neck seal over the face/glasses until PBE is clear overhead.
Step 4Place the expended PBE in a safe place to cool away from fire or exposure
to water.
The Flash Light is a self-powered, high intensity flash light of rugged construction and is
waterproof.
Emergency flashlights found in the aircraft may be of two different types:
1. With ON-OFF Switch.
2. Automatic Switching.
4.29.10.1 EFL WITH ON-OFF SWITCH(A320-212)– There are two different versions of EFL
available on board.
Check - Move the sliding switch to an intermediary position (between ON and OFF) and
press the button. EFL should light up.
Note: Sea Light EFL has ON + OFF position. Press the ON button. EFL should light up.
All aircraft are equipped with an ELT Emergency Locater transmitter with a water-
activated battery; that provides a homing signal by transmitting distress signals sim-
ultaneously on frequencies:
121.5 MHz– Civil distress frequency.
243.0 MHz–Military distress frequency.
406.0 MHz – Satellite.
- Remove the material between the ANTENNA CONNECTOR and ANT CON-
NECTOR of the ELT beacon with a non-metallic scraper. Disconnect the ANTENNA
CONNECTOR from the ANT CONNECTOR of the ELT beacon.
- Disconnect the CONNECTOR from the RCP CONNECTOR of the ELT beacon. ‐
Hold the ELT beacon, disengage the STRAPS.
- Be careful with the WHIP-ANTENNA, when you remove the ELT beacon from the
SUPPORT ASSEMBLY.
- Remove the WHIP-ANTENNA from the ELT beacon. ‐ Connect the WHIP-AN-
TENNA to the ANT CONNECTOR.
3. Activation‐ Set the ON/OFF/ARM TOGGLE SWITCH of the ELT beacon to the ON
position.
4. Operation:
- Operation on Raft:Do not put the ELT beacon into the water.
- Operation on Land: Look for an area clear of obstruction such as trees.Choose the
highest point for the best transmission.
A330 - EMERGENCY RADIO BEACON
1. Front plate
2. Activation/identification module
3. Identification plate
4. Part number and serial number
5. Red Light Emitting Diode (LED), indicates beacon action
6. Toggle switch (ARMED/OFF/ON) to activate the beacon
7. Antenna
8. TEST pb
9. Fastening bows
13. The red LED (5) goes ON steady state and indicates that the beacon works.
14. To improve the transmission power, pull out the antenna (7) into upright position.
CAUTION:A 5-second real signal is transmitted on the two frequencies (121.5 and 243
MHz) during the self-test. The nearest control tower may need to be informed about
the test. Note: This type of transmission is not considered as a false alert when made
during the first 5 min of each hour. If possible, make the tests during this time.
1. Push the TEST Pb (8).
2. After 3 s of silence, the red LED (5) comes ON and a buzzer sounds for about 6 s
(self-test duration).
3. Result of the self-test: ‐ O.K.: The red LED (5) comes ON for 10 s ‐
4. Not O.K.: The red LED (5) flashes for 10 s.
The instructions for operation of the ELTs installed with each Door 1 Left and Door 1
Right slide/rafts are included on a permanently attached tag on the ELT antenna. The
instructions are repeated as follows:
Operation:
• This beacon AUTOMATICALLY ACTIVATES when raft is floating in water. Insure
Led located on transmitter is Flashing. If Led is not flashing, follow the instructions
below:
For MANUAL activation, PULL OUT battery switch pin, and TOUCH contact pads
located at antenna base with finger.
To turn unit OFF, INSERT battery switch pin into battery switch
To Activate in Ditching :
- Unroll free end of cord at top of Emergency locator transmitter
- Tie cord to raft
- Make sure switch located at bottom is showing “ARM”
- Throw ELT in water or brake the tape holding the antenna allowing antenna
to point upwards,place in water
To Activate on Land :
- With hand over antenna , brake tape holding the antenna and allow antenna to deploy
to
upward position
- Rotate the switch knot located at the bottom to the “XMT” transmit position
- Secure the ELT in a clear location in the up right position
- ELT activation is indicated by a continuously blinking light at the base of the antenna
To deactivate :
Rotate the switch knob located at the bottom of ELT to the “OFF” position
Operating Instructions:
For Adults
1. Remove jacket from valise under your seat and unfold.
2. Pass it over head.
3. Pass tapes around the waist, cross them and
bring them to the front. Tie tapes securely in a
double knot under the jacket.
4. Inflate by pulling red toggle sharply down-
wards. It can be inflated or topped up by blow-
ing into the mouthpiece.
5. There is a whistle for attracting attention.
6. The light will illuminate as soon as battery is
immersed in water, the battery has a duration of 20 hours.
For Children
1. Inflate the life jacket.
2. Pass over head.
3. Pass one tape between the legs crossing with
the second behind the body.
4. Tie over the inflated life jacket.
Infant Life Jacket; Operating Instructions:
1. Inflate the life jacket.
2. Pass over head.
3. Pass center tape between the legs and the main tapes crossing behind the body
passing through the loops of the center tape.
4. Tie tapes securely in a double knot under the jacket.
To Use As an Emergency Water Container (Spare Life Jackets)
1. Cut the top part of the oral inflation tube &
2. Operate CO2 bottle – (CO2 will disperse through oral inflation tube).
3. Fill with water 2/3 capacity (total capacity is approximately 3 gallons).
4. To assist floatation buoyancy, orally inflate.
5. Bend over inflation tube and secure with whistle cord.
4.29.13.1 DUAL CHAMBER LIFE VEST (Applicable on the New Fleet A330 & B777-
300)
The life vests consists of: ‐ A dual chamber attached to a harness securing the life
vest to the wearer ‐ Two carbon dioxide cylinders attached to the manual inflation
systems ‐ Two oral tube inflation systems ‐ A light system assembly and a battery
attached to the harness ‐ An optional whistle.
Operation:
1. Remove the life vest from its pouch and unroll the life vest.
2. Place the life vest over the head and pull it down around the neck.
3. Wrap the harness around the waist and pull them to the front.
4. Close the buckle. To adjust the harness pull on the loose end.
5. Pull the red inflator tags to inflate the life vest outside of the aircraft.
4.29.14. RESUSCITATOR
The purpose of the resuscitator is to provide a mechanical means of aiding passen-
ger who are suffering from respiratory difficulties. If breathing has stopped, it can
be used instead of mouth to mouth respiration.
Slide-Raft Inflation
If automatic inflation fails, pull the red man-
ual inflation handle located in the girt ex-
tension of the slide/raft. (Handle is always
located on the right hand side)
Slide-Raft Disconnection
1. Lift Flap
2. Pull Manual Release Handle
3. Cut Mooring Line
4.30.4. DEMONSTRATION :
A320 DEMONSTRATION POSITIONS
CCI should make demo announcement and Cabin Crew R1, R3, L3 to demonstrate in the
positions indicated in the diagram and have to walk few rows towards rear of aircraft during
demonstration to ensure all passengers can see.
1. All doors are equipped with indicator light that alert user when
door handle is opened in armed mode.
2. A cabin differential light flashes red in case cabin pressure is
above 2.5 MBAR when both engines are off and arming sys-
tem is disarmed.
1. Press the gust lock located on the support arm of the door to
unlock a door from its fully open position:
2. Grasp assist handle “A”.
3. Using assist handle “B”, move the door rearwards.
4. When the door is in front of its frame, pull door in and lower
door control handle.
5. Check that the door is correctly locked and door locking indi-
cator showing “Locked” Green.
Slide inflation is automatic when door is opened on “Armed” mode. The escape slide de-
ploys, inflates and is ready for evacuation within about 3 seconds. The slide pressure is
checked through a viewer on the slide container. Pressure gauge needle should be in
the green band.
In each toilet a manual shut-off valve allows to cut the water supply. It is located at floor
level behind an access door, next to the toilet bowl.
4.31.4. DEMONSTRATION :
A320 DEMONSTRATION POSITIONS
Safety demonstration is videotaped however should the video fail, CCI should make the
demo announcement and Cabin Crew R1, R3, L3 to demonstrate in the positions indicated
in the diagram and have to walk few rows towards rear of aircraft during demonstration to
ensure all passengers can see.
1. Press the gust lock located on the support arm of the door to
unlock a door from its fully open position:
2. Grasp assist handle “A”.
3. Using assist handle “B”, move the door rearwards.
4. When the door is in front of its frame, pull door in and lower
door control handle.
5. Check that the door is correctly locked and door locking indi-
cator showing “Locked” in green color
4.32 A330-200
4.32.1. EMERGENCY ZONES:
Emergency Zones Zone Distribution Zones Responsible
Zone One from Nose of Aircraft to 2L -2 R R1
from Doors 2L – 2R to end of Business
Zone Two R2
Class
Zone Three from 1st row in Economy Class to 3L – 3R R3
Zone Four from 3L – 3R till aft of Aircraft R4
2 emergency exits
Single lane escape slide Nil
type I at 3L-3R
Note: All 8 cabin exits are considered as primary escape route in case of an land emergency evacuation
while only 6 doors type A are considered primary exits in ditching
4.32.4. DEMONSTRATION :
A330 DEMONSTRATION POSITIONS
Safety demonstration is videotaped however should the video fails, CCI should make demo
announcement and Cabin Crew R1, R2, R3, R4, L3, L4 to demonstrate in the positions indi-
cated in the diagram and have to walk few rows towards rear of aircraft during demonstration
to ensure all passengers can see.
1. All doors are equipped with a red Cabin Pressure Warning indicator light that alert user
when door handle is opened in armed mode.
2. The cabin differential light flashes red in case cabin pressure is above 2.5 mbar when all
engines are shut down and the related door is disarmed indicates that door opening is
dangerous.
4.33.4 DEMONSTRATION :
B747-400 DEMONSTRATION POSITIONS
Safety demonstration is videotaped however should the video fails, CCI should make
demo announcement and Cabin Crew R1, L2, R2, L4, R4, L5, R5 & B1 to demonstrate
in the positions indicated in the diagram and have to walk few rows towards rear of
aircraft during demonstration to ensure all passengers can see.
To disconnect slide-raft:
1. Pull Door strap handle to release the pack board from the slide raft,
2. Open the cover of the slide raft detachment handle.
3. Pull the slide raft detachment handle completely free of the slide raft causes the top of
the slide raft to fall free from the airplane.
Note: The slide raft will remain attached to the airplane by a mooring line approximately
917 cms long. The mooring line can be detached by pulling the mooring line handle or
cutting it with a knife. The mooring line will break if the airplane sinks.
The emergency evacuation signal system alerts the flight attendants to evacuate the passen-
ger cabin.
• An emergency evacuation signal command switch is located in the flight deck, and 1L
panel.
• The flight attendant station EVAC command switch is guarded to prevent inadvertent op-
eration.
• Actuation of the switch, with the flight deck switch in the ARM position, activates flashing
amber light and a pulsating audio signal at all emergency evacuation panels.
The emergency lighting system provides direction to exit locations and illuminates the
egress paths inside and outside the airplane.
4.33.8 COMMUNICATION
CABIN INTERPHONE SYSTEM
There are 12 handsets in the main deck cabin, one handset located at each door position.
Door 2 galley complex at the cart lift and in the business Centre in addition of 3 handsets
located in the upper deck.
Cabin interphone calls are initiated by removing the handset from the handset cradle (dial
tone is heard) and dialing the two digit code for the desired location or type of call.
• The called station receives a ring signal until the handset is picked up.
• When an attendant station receives a call, the passenger address system (PAS)
sounds a chime, and the pink station cabin interphone crew call light illuminates.
Interphone calls are prioritized in the following order:
• PILOT ALERT CALL - used to notify the flight crew about an emergency.
• Priority Pilot and Priority Cabin Call: This is accomplished by either station dialing 33.
• Priority Cabin is a private line between two designated cabin stations accomplished by
either station dialing 32.
• All Call: A party line connecting the flight deck with all stations.
• Attendant All Call: A party line connecting all stations designated for Attendant All Call.
• Station-To-Station - a non-priority line for routine calls between different stations.
• Party Line Call – where 4 stations can participate in a party line call.
Cabin Ready, dial 6p on the handset, to notify the flight deck that the cabin is secured and
ready for taxi. Cabin Ready
•
4.33.9 OXYGEN
Passenger and Cabin Attendant Oxygen
There are two separate oxygen systems in the airplane. One that supplies oxygen for the
flight deck and the second larger system that supplies oxygen to the passengers and flight
attendants through masks.
The passenger oxygen system is supplied through masks located in the passenger service
units (PSU’s) above the passenger seats.
• The system activates automatically if cabin altitude exceeds 14000 feet or manually
activated by the flight crew at any altitude.
• Masks drop from stowage
• If the masks fail to drop from a PSU, the flight attendant can open the cover of the
oxygen compartment by manually releasing the door latch by inserting a hair pin,
pencil, ball pen etc. into the hole of the compartment cover.
An automatic fire extinguishing system is located beneath the sink in each lavatory above
the waste container. A fire extinguisher discharges a Halon vapor toward the waste disposal
container.
The color of the nozzle tips changes to an aluminum color it the extinguisher is discharged.
A temperature indicator is located inside the waste compartment below each sink. Grey dots
on the indicator turn black when exposed to high temperatures. If any dot has turned black
or a nozzle tip has changed color, the extinguisher has discharged.
Halon Fire Extinguisher (1211) HAL 3 1 – Stowage next to C/A Station near
galley
1 – Behind last row of pax seats RHS.
1 – Additional C/A Station
Smoke Hood
SH 4 1 – C/A Station RHS Upper Deck door
1 – Stowage next to C/A near galley
1 – Behind last row of pax seat RHS
1 – Additional C/A Station
Oxygen Cylinder With Normal O2NM 4 2 – Near LHS Upper Deck door
Mask (Hi/Lo) 2 – Coat closet next to C/A Station near
the galley
Large First Aid Kit LFAK 1 1 – Coat closet next to C/A station near
galley
Oxygen Cylinder With Full O2FFM 3 1 – Over door pull out bin at 1R door
Face Mask (Constant Flow 1 – Over door pull out bin at 3R door
And Demand Regulator) 1 – Aft closet RHS
Emergency Flash Light (Auto- EFL 16 1 – Each at every C/A Station for doors
matic Switching) 1, 2, 3 and 4
1 – Each in the Aft coat closet LHS and
RHS
Door Safety Strap DSS 10 1 – Under each C/A Station for doors 1,
2, 3 and 4
1 – Each in the Aft closet LHS and RHS
4.34.4 DEMONSTRATION:
B777 DEMONSTRATION POSITIONS
Safety demonstration is videotaped however should the video fails, CCI should make
demo announcement and Cabin Crew R1, L3, L2, R2, R3, L4, R4 and L5, R5 to demon-
strate in the positions indicated in the diagram and Cabin Crew R1 & L3 have to walk
few rows towards rear of aircraft to ensure safety demonstration showed to all F/C pas-
sengers.
To open door:
1. Verify Mode selector in disarmed.
2. Rotate the door handle towards the arrow
(open).
3. Push door outside.
4. Slide door forward.
5. Make sure door is locked and gust lock engaged.
The overwing slide is installed in the wing-to-body fairing on the fuselage, not in the door
bustle. It is a dual lane slide that deploys automatically when the door operating handle is
rotated a full 180 degrees. The overwing slide is ready for use in approximately 8 seconds.
Slide readiness is indicated by a “barber pole” at the end of the ramp:
The overwing slide should deploy and inflate automat-
ically.
In the unlikely event that manual inflation is required, a
manual inflation handle is located in the upper aft por-
tion of the door frame.
Pulling down on the manual inflation handle will inflate
the slide.
Note: If an inflated slide becomes deflated after deployment,
it may be used as an apron slide.
When evacuating the airplane, passengers must step down
onto the wing from the door sill. The evacuation path on
the wing has a non-skid surface with directional arrows pointing aft to the slide ramp.
The emergency evacuation signal system alerts the flight attendants to evacuate the passen-
ger cabin.
• An emergency evacuation signal command switch is lo-
cated in the flight deck, and all flight attendant panels at
passenger’s entry door locations.
• The flight attendant station EVAC command switch is
guarded to prevent inadvertent operation.
Note: When the EMERGENCY LIGHTS switch in the flight deck is armed, and the door
mode selector lever is in the armed position, moving the door handle to the open position will
cause the exterior fuselage light and the interior emergency lights at that door to illuminate.
The emergency lighting system is powered by remote batteries which provides at least 15
minutes of operation
4.34.9 COMMUNICATION
CABIN INTERPHONE SYSTEM
The cabin interphone system is a phone network with stations on the flight deck and at the
attendant stations.
The cabin interphone system is used to initiate and receive:
• flight deck-to-attendant calls
• attendant-to-flight deck calls
• attendant-to-attendant calls
• passenger address announcements
There are 10 handsets in the main cabin:
• 1 at the forward attendant station (CCI) at door 1L
• 1 at the attendant station at door 1R
• 1 at each forward attendant station at door 2L and 2R
• 1 at each attendant station at doors 3L, 3R, 4L, and 4R
• 1 at each aft attendant station at door 5L and 5R
Other handsets are located:
Door 1 Upper Crew Rest• 2 in the door 1 overhead flight crew rest
Door 5 Upper Crew Rest: 1 in the door 5 overhead flight attendant rest
The pink cabin interphone crew call lights and attendant station chime annunciations are
used as call indicators at the receiving location. The cabin interphone crew call light extin-
guishes when the receiving station handset Is removed from the cradle.
Cabin Ready, dial 3* on the handset, to notify the flight deck that the cabin is secured and
ready for taxi, take-off and landing.
• The caller will hear a rapid beep, beep and then a dial tone.
• In the flight deck the message CABIN READY appears on the EICAS display and a
HI/LO chime sounds.
4.34.10 OXYGEN
Passenger and Cabin Attendant Oxygen
The passenger oxygen system is supplied by individual chemical oxygen generator located
in the passenger service units (PSU’s) above the passenger seats.
• The system activates automatically if cabin altitude exceeds 14000 feet or manually
activated by the flight crew at any altitude.
• Masks drop from stowage
• If the masks fail to drop from a PSU, the cover of the oxygen compartment can be
opened manually be releasing the door latch inserting a hair pin or a thin rod into the
hole of the compartment cover.
• Oxygen flows from a PSU generator when any mask hanging from that PSU is
pulled. An in-line flow indicator confirms that oxygen is flowing to each oxygen mask.
• Oxygen is available for approximately 22 minutes. Once oxygen activated it cannot
be stopped.
Note: Due to the height of the ceiling in the airplane, flight
attendants may not be able to reach the oxygen masks at
their stations when in their seats with their seat belts and
harnesses on. When the oxygen masks deploy, the flight
attendants must pull on the yellow lanyard that falls from
the oxygen box. The lanyard has the word PULL sten-
ciled onto it.
Pulling the lanyard allows the masks to drop and turns on
the flow of both masks.
Lanyards are installed at the attendant stations and in the lavatories.
The “Lid Part” (please refer to the First Aid Manual) of the Doctor Medical Kit and
the contents of the Large First Aid Kit should be used only by a qualified Cabin
Crewmember who has passed the advance First Aid Training Course; normally the
Cabin Crew In-charge. The contents of the “Tray and Base Part” (please refer to
the First Aid Manual) of the Doctors Medical Kit should be used only by a qualified
medical practitioner.
4.36.1 Large First Aid Kits
Large First Aid Kits are available on all KAC aircraft. Cabin Crewmembers assigned
to check the said kits should ensure the availability, date of validity of the kit and
that the relevant seals have not been tampered. In case of any discrepancy or non-
availability of the First Aid Kits, the Captain of the flight and the Ground Engineer
should be informed immediately in order to arrange for a replacement prior to de-
parture. A list of the contents is available inside the kit.
Location of the First Aid Kits
A320 A320-214 A330 B777-300 B747-400
1 in 4L Cen-
1 in Aft left OHB 1 in Aft left OHB 1 in 3R closet RH 1in OH Fwd Bin 4L Door
ter OHB
Note:
- Check Seal and Validity label.
- Ensure that the kits are sealed with two yellow seals whenever departing from Kuwait.
- The kits must be sealed with two red seals contained inside the kit after use.
- Kits maybe accepted with the red seals only on flights involving layover/transit stops,
or multi-sector flights.
- Before opening a second Large First Aid Kit, the CCI should ensure that item(s) re-
quired is available in the already opened First Aid Kit.
1. Pre-flight Checks
Ground Check is conducted by the Ground Engineering staff.
CCI are only responsible for checking availability of the same on ground before
departure along with the adult and child size pads
Should a passenger complains of any sickness or injury during the flight or is sus-
pected by the cabin crew of being sick, the concerned cabin crew should immedi-
ately inform the Cabin Crew In Charge to assess and evaluate the passenger case.
a) Cabin Crew to diagnose and treat the case by applying Basic First Aid treat-
ment.
b) If treatment is beyond Cabin Crew capabilities:
• Announcement for a doctor should be made.
• Announcement for a paramedical staff (should be conducted) if a doctor not
available.
• Captain should be informed
c) Cabin Crew In Charge to inform and discuss severity of the case with the Doc-
tor, then inform the Captain and liaise with him regarding medical assistance
that maybe required after landing (i.e. doctor, wheelchair, ambulance, etc) or
check feasibility of flight diversion if needed.
• During the Briefing Session, CCI to brief all operating Cabin Crew about the
details & precautionary measures while handling the said case during flight &
inform Captain accordingly.
• Cabin Crew should always treat the sick passenger with respect & not to show
any sign of discrimination or humiliation .
• Cabin Crew should be discrete while dealing with the said passenger to avoid
panic among others.
• Cabin Crew should always use gloves/ masks while serving or collecting items
from the sick passenger .
• All used /collected items from the passenger i.e. meal tray / blanket / pillow /
linen etc. should be placed in large plastic bag & to be delivered to the Cater-
ing Staff by hand mentioning details. Other medical equipment used by the
accompanying doctor or medical staff i.e. syringe, needles, tube or gauze etc.
shall be kept in a separate bag by the medical staff and taken with them when
disembarking at their final destination.
• Cabin Crew should always wash hands & avoid touching mouth, eyes or ears
as much as possible when serving the sick passenger or handling his/ her be-
longings.
• One toilet should be allocated exclusively for the sick passenger use & to be
blocked after each usage to avoid contamination of the remaining toilets.
• Upon arrival to final destination, CCI to hand over the passenger to the Ground
Handling/Traffic Staff & sign the relevant form ( if applicable ) .
• CCI should submit full details about the case on an Irregularity Report & men-
tion the seat No. / toilet used by the said passenger on CDL for disinfection
purpose by Cabin Appearance Staff.
Deterioration of the vital signs reflect a collapsing case, which might require land-
ing to seek advanced medical help for the following cases:
• Unconsciousness
• Shock
• Severe bleeding i.e. abortion
• Diabetic Coma
• Severe pain like fracture cases
• Obstructed child birth (mother or baby in danger)
• Severe heart attack like coronary blockage, myocardial infarction.
• Severe head injury (i.e. stroke)
• Epilepsy
Advice from a doctor on board or the sound decision of the Cabin Crew In Charge
based on his First Aid knowledge, and in coordination with the Captain in Com-
mand will be used to determine whether to return to gate, divert, or continue the
flight to its original destination.
In case of any of the above, i.e. flight diversion, unscheduled landing, return to the
gate, etc., a full detailed report should be submitted by the Cabin Crew In Charge
on the relevant forms which should include the following details:
a) Full details of the passenger i.e. name, age, sex, nationality etc.
b) Seat No and class of travel.
c) Flight No., sector, date and the exact time the case was observed. (Time to be
entered in GMT)
d) Details of First Aid applied by the cabin crew.
e) Name, address and contact numbers of the treating doctor if applicable.
4.39.9 CPR Performance Guidelines: One or two or more Rescuer CPR - Adult
Assessment: Determine Unresponsiveness
1. Check for response. Tap the passenger’s shoulder and shout “Are you okay?”
2. If no response, call for Help
3. Check for Circulation (Carotid Pulse):-
a. Locate the trachea using 2 fingers on the side near you
b. Slide these 2 fingers into the groove between the trachea and the muscles
at the side of the neck.
c. Feel for a pulse for at least 5 but no more than 10 seconds. If you do not
definitely feel a pulse, reposition the passenger and begin CPR, starting
with chest compression.
4. Chest Compression:-
a. Position yourself at the passenger’s side
b. Make sure that the passenger is lying face up on a firm, flat surface.
c. Position your hands and body to perform chest compressions.
• Put the heel of one hand in the center of the passenger’s chest, on the
lower half of the sternum.
• Put the heel of the other hand on top of the first hand
• Straight your arms and position your shoulder directly over your hands.
d. Give 30 chest compressions (within 15-18 seconds)
e. Press down at least 2 inches (5 cm) with each compression.
f. Between compressions, the pressure must be release and the chest al-
lowed to return to its normal position, but hands should not be lifted off the
chest.
5. Open the Airway by doing Head Tilt-Chin Lift Technique
a. Place one hand on the passenger’s forehead and push with your palm to
tilt the head back.
b. Place the fingers of the other hand under the bony part of the lower jaw
near the chin
c. Lift the jaw to bring the chin forward.
6. Breathing:-
a. Hold the passenger’s airway open with head tilt-chin lift
b. Pinch the nose closed with your thumb and index finger (using the hand
on the forehead)
c. Take a regular (not deep) breath and seal your lips around the passen-
ger’s mouth, creating an airtight seal.
d. Deliver 2 breath over 1 second each breath. Watch for chest to rise as you
give the breath.
7. Complete 5 cycles of 30:2 (compression-ventilation ratio) then check for re-
turn of pulse.
One or two or more Rescuer CPR: Child (Infant less than 1 year)
CPR must be managed with special consideration for size and vulnerability at this
early age.
4.39.11 Choking
Blockage of upper airway by food or foreign body.
First Aid:-
1. Advise passenger to keep coughing
2. Do Back Blows
First Aid:-
1. Abdominal Thrust (Heimlich Maneuver)
• Stand of kneel behind the passenger and wrap your arms around the passen-
ger’s waist
• Make a fist with one hand
• Place the thumb side of your fist against the victim’s abdomen, in the midline,
slightly above the navel and well below the breastbone
• Grasp your fist with your other hand and press your fist into the passenger’s
abdomen with a quick, forceful upward thrust (give each thrust with a separate,
distinct movement to relieve obstruction)
• Repeat thrusts until the object is out from the airway or the passenger be-
comes unresponsive
4.39.12 UNCONSCIOUSNESS
Causes
- Alcoholic intoxication, Anoxia (Lack of oxygen), Choking, Diabetic coma, Diabetic
insulin shock, Drug abuse, Epilepsy, Fainting, Head injury, Heart attack, Hemor-
rhaging, Hyperventilation (rapid breathing), Hypoxia (lack of oxygen in the cells),
Shock, Stroke (Cerebral Vascular Accident).
Signs and Symptoms
- No response to questioning or attempts to awaken.
- No muscle tone in extremities, flaccid.
- Unable to maintain own airway.
- Lack of breathing may be present.
Choking First Aid (Adult and Child): Unresponsive
1. Call for help
2. Gently lower the passenger to the ground of you see that passenger is
becoming unresponsive
3. Begin CPR, starting with chest compressions
4. Each time you open the airway to give breaths, open the passenger’s
mouth wide. Look for the object.
• If you see an object that can be easily removed, remove it with your
fingers
• If you do not see an object, continue CPR
5. After 5 cycles of CPR, check for the pulse.
If the infant becomes unresponsive, stop giving back slaps and begin CPR,
starting with chest compression.
Unconsciousness (Unresponsiveness)
First Aid:-
1. Put passenger on lying position face up on a firm, flat surface.
2. Check for Circulation (within 5-10 seconds).
Adult and Child: Carotid (Neck) Pulse
Infant: Brachial Pulse
• If passenger has no pulse, perform CPR.
• If passenger still with pulse, open the airway by doing the head tilt-chin
lift
3. Check for breathing (within 5-10 seconds).
• If passenger is not breathing, give ventilation or artificial breathing.
Adult: 1 breathe every 5 seconds for 2 minutes
Child and Infant: 1 breathe every 3 seconds for 2 minutes
Note: After 2 minutes of giving ventilation, recheck the pulse.
• If passenger is still breathing, put in Coma (Recovery) position.
• Clear airway (use suction pump) if necessary
• Give Oxygen (do not give anything to eat or drink)
• Watch vital signs (Pulse, Breathing, Response)
• Seek medical help
3. Gently pick up the other hand, with your palm against passenger’s palm (palm
to palm).
4. Place the back of the passenger’s hand onto the opposite cheek (for example,
against the left cheek if it is the right hand). Keep your hand there to guide and
support the head as you roll the passenger.
5. Use your other hand to reach across to the passenger’s knee that is furthest
from you, and pull it up so that the passenger’s leg is bent, and the foot is flat
on the floor
6. Gently pull the knee towards you so that the passenger will roll over onto the
side, facing you. The body weight should help the passenger to roll over easily.
7. Move the bent leg that is nearest to you, in front of the body so that it is resting
on the floor. This position will help to balance and keep the body on the same
position.
8. Gently raise the chin to tilt the head back slightly, as this will open the airway
and help the passenger to breathe.
9. Check that nothing is blocking the airway.
10. Check if the passenger is breathing.
Different types:-
1. Angina
2. Myocardial Infarction (M.I.) – Coronary Blockage
Signs:-
• Chest Pain
o Angina – can last for 10 minutes or less
o M.I. (Coronary Blockage) – more than 20 minutes
• Pale, Cold, Sweating skin
• Difficulty in breathing
First Aid:-
1. Rest (Semi-sitting position)
2. Oxygen
3. Angised (Nitroglycerine tablet)
4. Check vital signs
5. Seek medical help
Signs:-
Pale, Cold, Sweating skin
Dizziness
May collapse
Pulse is very weak or absent at the wrist
First Aid:-
1. Treat the cause
2. Shock position
3. Effortil tablet or drops (5-10 drops in water) – LFAK
4. Keep warm
5. Give Oxygen
Signs:-
Headache
Blurred Vision
First aid:-
Captopril 25mg tablet (give half tablet only) – D.K.
4.39.15.1 ASTHMA
Asthma is a condition in which airways narrow and swell.
Signs:-
Cough
Shortness of breath
Wheezing sound when exhaling
Bluish skin
First Aid:-
1. Give oxygen
2. Ventolin inhaler (from D.K.) – on passenger’s request
3. Ventolin Syrup for child and infant (from LFAK)
4. Seek medical help
Signs:-
Rapid (fast) deep breathing
Nervousness
Tingling pain at hands
No skin color changes
First Aid:-
1. Reassurance
2. Advise passenger to breath slowly
3. Advise passenger to breath in a paper bag
4.39.16 SEIZURES
A seizure is a result of abnormal brain activity. Seizures are categorized as petit
mal and grand mal. A petit mal seizure results in a slight lapse in awareness, and
requires no treatment. A grand mal seizure is a major seizure during which the body
moves convulsively and the passenger loses consciousness.
Causes
Grand mal is a disorder that involves the nervous system, spinal column, and brain.
It is characterized by severe and involuntary spasms. Seizures can be the result of:
Epilepsy: Head Injury: Brain Damage
The onset of acute infectious disease.
Signs and Symptoms
- Victim may have a premonition or give a warning cry.
- If sitting, the victim may slump, if standing the victim may fall.
- The face and lips may be discolored (blue or ashen gray).
- The eyes may roll upward.
- Violent, involuntary muscle contractions may occur over part or all of the body.
Arms, legs, and head may jerk violently.
- Frothing may be seen at the mouth.
- The victim may bite his tongue.
- The victim's face may be contorted.
- The victim will lose consciousness.
- Occasionally, bowels and bladder will involuntarily release.
Note Usually the seizure will cease after about 3 minutes. Discoloration of the face and
lips will stop when the seizure is off.
4.39.17 FAINTING
Causes
Fainting is caused by a temporary reduction of the blood supply to the brain and
considered as a simple form of shock.
- Extreme Hunger
- Fatigue
- Excitement, fear, or severe emotional shock
Signs and Symptoms
- Paleness
- Moist skin
- Weak and slow pulse
- Shallow breathing
- Slumping or unconsciousness
- Be prepared for the passenger to vomit. Turn the passenger's head to the side
if vomiting occurs. Maintain the airway.
- Do no give the passenger anything to eat or drink.
- Ask the passenger about the nature and location of the pain and when it began.
- If severe pain persists, anticolic tablets like `Buscopan' may be used.
First Aid:-
1. Buscopan tablet - 2 tablets for colic
2. Intard (Imodium capsule) – 2 tablets for diarrhea
3. Fluids
4.39.22 APPENDICITIS (Inflammation of the Vermiform Appendix)
Signs and Symptoms
- Severe sharp pain, which is localized at a later stage at the lower right side of
abdomen.
- Fever, vomiting, may be (diarrhea).
- Victim is lying still, avoiding movements which will increase the pain.
What is the danger of appendicitis?
- Rupture of the appendicitis is definitely a fatal process, which could result in shock
and collapse.
Signs of Rupture
- Shock and gradual unconsciousness.
- Pain might decrease or disappear. (that is why we do not give pain killer tablets in
case of suspected appendicitis).
- Board like rigidity of abdominal muscles.
General First Aid
- Nothing is given by mouth.
- Use cold compress over the area.
- Seek medical help.
- Consider the decision for landing.
- Check vital signs
Treatment
- Offer antacid (Actal/Moxal – Chewable / Zantac Tablet) to neutralize stomach
acidity.
- Administer oxygen only if needed.
Note: Many heart attack victims state that their chest pains are just heart burn. This may
be denial of the beginning of a heart attack. Observe for other signs of heart attack.
4.39.25 HICCUPS
Causes Spasmodic contractions from the diaphragm.
Treatment
- Have passenger hold his arms stretched above his head. This relieves pressure
on the diaphragm.
- Have passenger drink slowly from a glass of cool water.
- Administer oxygen if passenger has a known cardiac problem.
4.39.26 SHOCK
Causes
Shock is the depression of bodily functions that occurs when a reduced amount of
blood circulates through the body. This causes low blood pressure, a lack of urine,
and damage to the cells.
Look for symptoms of shock when the passenger has experienced:
- Injury : Severe pain
- Profuse bleeding : Medication reaction
- Heart attack : Fear
- Emotional strain : Fatigue
Treatment
- Reassurance.
- Ask the victim to lie down and remain lying down.
- Treat the cause.
- Shock Position.
- Effortil drops/tablet.
- Check vital signs.
- In case of Coma, apply first aid for Coma (unresponsive)
4.39.27 Allergy
Common Cause:-
Seafood
Aspirin tablet
Signs:-
Swelling
Redness
Itching
Maybe choking (swelling of airway – severe allergy)
First Aid:-
1. Cold compress
2. Piritone tablet – one tablet (LFAK)
3. Chlorohistol/allergetin syrup for children (LFAK)
Fever
Signs: -
Hot, red skin
Breathing difficulty
Maybe seizure (common in infants)
First Aid: -
1. Cold compress
2. Adol syrup
3. Adol tablets
4. Ensure good ventilation
Allergy
Causes
- Insect bites and stringers.
- Food and spices.
- Allergy to medicines.
- Inhalation of dust or pollen.
- Inhalation of chemicals or contact of chemicals with skin.
Signs and Symptoms
- Itching, burning of skin, possibility of hives.
- Difficulty in breathing with wheezing sounds.
- Weak pulse.
- Swollen face - eyes may swell shut.
- Swollen tongue, slurred speech.
- Restlessness.
- May faint or become unconscious.
Treatment
- Check for “allergic alert” bracelet or necklace.
- Keep victim lying down unless he needs to sit up due to breathing difficulty.
- Check airway and breathing, administer oxygen.
- Conserve body heat.
- Give no fluids until the victim is alert and responsive. Do not give fluids if the
victim is unconscious.
- Give “Piriton” tablet for adults or “Chlorohistol” syrup for children.
Wounds - Open
Open wounds may involve a simple scratch, or can result in profuse bleeding that
is life-threatening. There are several categories of open wounds.
Scratches and scrapes result in abrased skin, such as skinned elbows and knees.
These abrasions may be painful, but usually do not cause serious damage. The
major concern is wound contamination.
Smooth cuts, are incisions caused by sharp objects such as razor blades, knives,
or broken glass. The edges of the wound are straight. If the cut is deep, it can
cause severe tissue damage and life threatening bleeding.
Jagged cuts are lacerations caused by a blunt object, or object without a straight
sharp edge. The edges of this type of wound are torn and rough.
Amputations are the cuttings or tearing off the fingers, toes, hands, feet, arms or
legs.
Crushing injuries can cause fractures under the skin. Soft tissue and internal or-
gans can also be crushed, causing internal bleeding.
Treatment for Open Wounds
- Expose the wound, and then cut away clothing over and around the wound.
- Clean the wound surface by removing foreign matter and large pieces of glass
that are not impaled.
- For an abrasion or small cut, if minor bleeding is present:
a. Rinse area with warm water.
b. Use a mild soap and clean the area gently.
c. Bleeding should stop, if not apply pressure.
- For severe bleeding:
a. Control severe bleeding by using one of the methods (used to control
bleeding). Direct pressure - Limb elevation - Pressure points.
b. Prevent further contamination. If bleeding is severe, do not remove or
disturb the cloth pad initially placed over wound. Do not attempt to
cleanse the wound.
c. Have the victim lie down and remain lying down. Reassure the victim.
Treat for shock.
External Bleeding
- Bleeding and infection are the main hazards with any wound.
- Bleeding may be Arterial or Venous.
- Arterial bleeding is bright red has interrupted flow and is under high pressure.
- Venous bleeding is dark red and flows in a steady stream under much lower
pressure than arterial bleeding.
Use the pressure point at the brachial artery for bleeding in the hand,
forearm, or upper arm.
a. Apply pressure over the brachial artery. This pressure point is located on the
under half of the arm, midway between the elbow and armpit.
b. Apply pressure by grasping the middle of the victim's upper arm, with your
thumb on the outside of his arm, and your fingers on the inside of the arm.
c. Press your fingers toward your thumb to create an inward force from opposite
sides of the arm. Use the flat, inside surface of your fingers instead of your
fingertips.
Use the pressure point at the femoral artery for bleeding in the thigh, leg
or foot.
a. Apply pressure over the femoral artery. This pressure point is located just
below the groin on the front, upper half of the thigh.
b. Place the victim on his back and place the heel of your hand directly over the
pressure point.
c. Lean forward over your straightened arm and apply pressure against the un-
derlying bone.
Special Types of Bleeding
1. Wounds - Puncture (Impaled Objects)
Puncture wounds can be shallow or deep and are caused by impaled objects
such as a fragment of glass or knife. An object can puncture the skin, damag-
ing all the tissue in its path.
Treatment for Puncture Wounds
- Do not remove the impaled object.
- Expose the wound without disturbing the object.
- Control bleeding by direct pressure. Do not put pressure directly on the object
(use a ring pad) to stabilize the object.
- Keep victim resting and treat for shock.
Note: Adrenaline pack shall never be used in case of passenger with high blood pressure
or heart problem.
4.39.30 INJURIES
Head Injuries
- The passenger may or may not be conscious.
- The pupils may be constricted or dilated.
- A common sign is bleeding from one or both ears, the nose or the mouth. Check
and ensure the bleeding is not from a minor scalp of facing wound.
- The color of the face may be normal, flushed, pale, or ashen grey.
- The pulse may be normal, rapid, weak, shallow or strong.
- Occasionally, one or more of the extremities may be paralyzed.
Note: The symptoms will depend on the location and severity of the head injury.
Treatment
- Keep the victim in a semi-reclining position.
Note: Move the victim only if absolutely necessary. Move him in a horizontal position and
carry him carefully.
- Turn the victim's head towards the side so that secretions may drool from the
corner of the mouth.
Caution: Do not turn the victim's head to the side if you suspect an associated
neck injury.
- Apply cold compress to the victim's head.
- Do not give any stimulants (such as coffee, tea, or carbonated beverages).
- Check vital signs.
INTERNAL INJURIES
Cause Blunt injury to abdomen, chest or pelvic area.
Signs and Symptoms
- Pain in the area where the injury occurred.
- Occasionally, pain in the shoulder area.
Treatment
- Direct Trauma Injury due to fall - hitting the cabin walls or ceiling during turbu-
lence - heavy objects falling from unsecured overhead bins. In case of direct
trauma, the bone is broken at the spot of force applied.
- Indirect Trauma - like in case of sudden falling on the outstretched arm.
Types of Fractures
Simple Fracture: The bone is broken but is not cutting the skin. There might be
a closed wound (bruising).
Compound: The bone is broken, and there is a related open wound on the
surface of the body.
Complicated: There is a related injury to vital organs, like in case of injury to
lungs or heart as a result of broken ribs.
Comminuted: The bone is broken into several small pieces. A comminuted
fracture may or may not have a related open wound.
Signs and Symptoms
- History of Trauma.
- Possible deformity.
- Swelling (compare the injured part with the corresponding uninjured part on the
other side of the body).
- Tender to touch.
- In some cases, inability to move the affected part.
Note Not all symptoms may be present in every fracture. In examining the injury, ask the
victim's opinion. He may believe that a break has occurred, and may have felt or heard the
bone break.
If you are uncertain if a fracture has occurred, but suspect a fracture, always provide treat-
ment.
Treatment
- Avoid moving the victim, or fractured area. Immobilize the broken bone ends and the
adjacent joints by using newspapers, magazines, umbrellas or wood splints available in
First Aid Kit.
- Prevent further damage or injury by splinting and elevating the fracture.
- Do not attempt to pull the limb into position or to set the bone. Splint the break without
moving the passenger.
- If bleeding is evident, remove sufficient clothing to determine if the fracture is compound.
- If the fracture is compound, apply a sterile dressing to the wound. Control bleeding by
using pressure points or tourniquet rather than direct pressure.
Note: Do not attempt to reposition a fracture. Attempting to reduce a fracture is very dan-
gerous. If not done properly paralysis can result. Another danger is grave damage to the
large blood vessels in the area.
FRACTURE OF THE SKULL
A fracture of the skull may injure the brain and nervous system causing concussion
or compression. There may be two varieties of fracture of the skull.
a. Fracture of the Upper Part or the Sides
This is generally caused by direct force. There is generally swelling with linear
irregularity of the bone.
b. Fracture of the Base
This is generally caused by indirect force. Blood or fluid may issue from the ear
or nose or may be swallowed and later vomited. The fracture may also involve
the orbit.
Treatment
- Lay the patient on his back in all cases, irrespective of the color of the face.
Keep his/her head and shoulders raised and support them on a pillow.
- Place pads on either side of the patient's head to prevent its movement.
- Apply cold compress to the head, taking care to avoid wounds.
- Check vital signs.
- If the patient shows any indication of being about to vomit, remove the band-
age, turn his head to the sound side and support his jaw with the palm of your
hand. Re-apply the bandage when the vomiting has ceased.
- On rare occasions when the jaw is broken on both sides and the tongue has
consequently lost its normal support, do not apply any bandages as these might
cause further displacement of the fracture.
Transport
If the patient is able to travel in a sitting position, instruct him/her to sit with
his/her head held forwards and downwards to prevent his tongue from slipping
backwards into the throat.
FRACTURE OF THE SPINE
The vertebral column may be broken either by direct or indirect violence. Ex-
amples of direct violence are the fall of a heavy weight across the back, or
falling from a height on the back across a bar, causing a fracture at the site of
the impact. Examples of indirect violence are a broken neck which may result
from a fall on the head and a fracture of the lumbar region due to sudden over-
flexion or jerking of the spine.
Fracture of the spine should be suspected in all cases in which there is a history
of accident or injury to the vertebral column with pain and shock, even if there
are no signs of paralysis. All cases of fractures of the spine must be regarded
as serious emergencies and all doubtful cases must be treated as fractures.
The ribs usually fractured are the sixth, seventh, eighth and ninth. The fracture
generally occurring midway between the breast and the spine.
Ribs may be fractured by:
(a) Director Force - which might cause damage to the lungs.
(b) Indirect Force - like crush, accidents.
On examination, the broken ends of the bones may be felt to overlap, the outer
fragment being the lower.
Treatment
1. Remove the coat and support the arm of the injured side or sides with the as-
sistant. (If only one bone is broken, the patient himself may be able to assist).
2. Around each shoulder pass a narrow bandage with their centers in front and tie
each off at the back to form two rings.
3. Pass a third narrow bandage through the two rings and tie off over a flat pad
adjusted between the shoulders, thus bracing the shoulders backwards.
4. If only one collarbone is broken, support the upper limb of the affected side in
a sling.
5. If both collar bones are broken, cross the patient's forearms across his chest.
Apply a broad bandage around the body enclosing both forearms and tie off in
front just below the wrists.
DISLOCATION OF JOINTS
Causes
A bone end is displaced from the joint, causing injury to surrounding ligaments and
other soft tissue.
SPRAIN
Causes When motion forces the joint beyond the normal range and injures the soft
tissue around the joint.
Treatment
- Elevate the injured part.
- Place an ice bag over the sprained rest area to reduce swelling and pain.
- Bandage firmly. (Use crepe bandage)
- Analgesics (Adol tablets)
- Reassurance.
- In case of doubt, treat as a fracture, i.e. use a splint.
STRAIN
Causes
- Injuries to muscles produced by over exertion in which the muscle fibers are
stretched and sometimes torn.
- Back strains - commonly caused by improper lifting.
Signs and Symptoms
- Pain which may be aggravated with movement.
- Swelling of injured area.
- Possible discoloration of skin (black and blue appearance).
Treatment
- Apply warm compressor to the affected area.
- Analgesics (Adol tablets)
- Reassurance.
- Cover a large burn area with water jelland bandage. Give a pain killer tablet.
- Advise to have frequent drinks of water to replace the lost fluid.
- To seek medical help.
Chemical Burns
Various chemicals can cause burns like acids, alkaline.
Treatment
- Irrigate the area with running water as quickly as possible. It is more important
to keep the running water for at least 20 minutes.
- Identification of the chemical is helpful. The antidote may be used.
- Reassurance and treat for shock.
- Seek medical help.
Chemical Burns to the eye
A chemical splash to the eye may occur both at work and in the home. Immediate
irrigation of the area is essential to prevent permanent injury to the eye.
Signs and Symptoms
- Pain
- Inability to open eye
- Red swollen eye
Treatment
- Irrigate eye with water to remove the chemical (20 minutes at least)
- Once pain has subsided, cover eye with “sterile dressing”.
In some classes, dangerous goods are further divided into divisions. The division is
expressed by placing a decimal point after the class number and reflecting the num-
ber of the division, e.g., Division 6.1. In these cases, reference is made only to the
division and not to the class, e.g., Division 5.2 not Class 5 Division 2.
c) Accidents/Incidents
Pilot-in-Command shall report accidents and incidents involving dangerous
goods to appropriate authority of the State in which the accident/incident occurs.
Even if dangerous goods are not involved, presence of such goods on board the
aircraft must be reported to the State authority in case of an accident/incident.
The following are the general considerations which may be needed to be taken by
crew members.
1. Leakages of Dangerous Goods could lead to fumes, smoke or fire, Cabin Crew
should wear portable breathing equipment (PBE). Oxygen cylinders with full
face masks or passenger drop-out masks system should not be considered for
use by crew or passengers as a considerable amount of fumes or smoke would
be inhaled through the full face masks.
2. For passengers' safety wet towel or cloth would be a better aid in filtering the
fumes and smoke. Cabin crew should move passengers away from the area
involved.
3. Water should not be used on a spillage or when fumes are present, since it may
spread the spillage or increase the rate of fuming. This could also effect the
electrical components.
4. Besides the emergency equipment that is carried on an aircraft many other items
can be found that can be put to good use. These include:
- bar or catering boxes.
- oven gloves/fire resistant gloves.
- polyethylene bags.
- blankets.
- towels.
5. Hands should always be protected before touching suspicious packages or bot-
tles. Firefighting gloves or oven covered by polyethylene bags are likely to give
suitable protection.
6. When mopping up any spillage or leakage, ensure there is no reaction between
equipment/item used for mopping and the dangerous goods. If it appears that
there could be a reaction, mopping up should not be attempted, but the spillage
should be covered with polyethylene bags. If polyethylene bags are not availa-
ble, care should be taken to ensure there will be no reaction between whatever
is used to contain the item and the item itself.
7. If a fire has been dealt with successfully and it is obvious that inner packaging’s
are intact, water may be used to cool the packages and thus avoid the possibility
of re-ignition.
8. No passenger should be allowed to smoke. Cabin Attendants should make suit-
able announcement to that effect.
9. If an incident involves a chemical substance which can be identified (by the UN
Proper shipping name or number, or by any other means,) it may be possible,
in some circumstances, to obtain helpful information from the various national
chemical data banks. These data banks normally maintain 24-hour telephone
accessibility and so can be reached by phone-patch procedure.
10. Dangerous goods in the passenger cabin:
Apart from the exceptions listed in Part 9 of the Technical Instructions, danger-
ous goods are not permitted in the passenger cabin. Nevertheless, dangerous
goods may be carried into the cabin by passengers who are unaware of or de-
liberately ignore, the requirements of the Technical Instructions concerning pas-
sengers and their baggage. It is also possible that an item to which a passenger
is legitimately entitled (e.g an item for medical purpose) may cause an incident.
11. Dangerous goods in the underfloor cargo compartments:
Dangerous goods may be carried as cargo in the underfloor cargo compart-
ments. Spillages or leakages are unlikely to be detected during flight unless they
cause noticeable fumes in the passenger cabin or on the flight deck. In the event
of leakage, the air in the passenger cabin and on the flight deck may become
flammable, irritating or toxic. Non-essential electric should be turned off and
smoking should be prohibited.
Smoke or fire in an underfloor cargo compartment may not have originated from
any dangerous goods loaded in that compartment. Dangerous goods in cargo,
however, may be affected by any fire. Standard aircraft emergency procedures
should always be followed to deal with the smoke or fire.
If an incident has arisen in an underfloor cargo compartment, the passengers
and crew should be evacuated from the aircraft before any attempt is made to
open the cargo compartment doors. The cargo compartment doors should be
opened with the emergency services in attendance.
Leave the device in its place and monitor for any re-ignition
i. If smoke or flames re-appear, repeat Steps 2 then 4
Caution:
5
i. Do not attempt to pick-up or move the device
ii. Do not cover or enclose the device
iii. Do not use ice or dry ice to cool the device
7 Monitor the device and the surrounding area for the remainder of the flight
Amplified Cabin Crew Checklist for Battery / Portable Electronic Device (PED)
Fire/Smoke
Note: Although this guidance material presents sequences of tasks, some of these actions occur
simultaneously when carried out by crewmembers.
3) REMOVE POWER
It is important to instruct the passenger to disconnect the device from the power supply,
if it is deemed safe to do so. A battery has a higher likelihood of catching fire due to
overheating during or immediately following a charging cycle, although the effects may
be delayed for some period of time.
By removing the external power supply from the device, it will be assured that additional
energy is not being fed to the battery to promote a fire.
Turn off the in-seat power to the remaining electrical outlets until it can be assured that a
malfunctioning aircraft system does not contribute to additional failures of the passengers’
portable electronic devices.
Visually check that power to the remaining electrical outlets remains off until the aircraft’s
system can be determined to be free of faults, if the device was previously plugged in.
The removal of power may occur simultaneously to other cabin crew actions (e.g. obtain-
ing water to douse the device). Depending on the aircraft type, in-seat power may have
to be turned-off by the flight crew members.
Caution: Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device.
5) LEAVE THE DEVICE IN ITS PLACE AND MONITOR FOR ANY RE-IGNITION
A battery involved in a fire can reignite and emit flames multiple times as heat is trans-
ferred to other cells in the battery. Therefore, the device must be monitored regularly to
identify if there is any indication that a fire risk may still exist. If there is any smoke or
indication of fire, the device must be doused with more water (or other non-flammable
liquid).
Caution:
i. Do not attempt to pick-up or move the device; batteries may explode or burst into flames without
warning. The device must not be moved if displaying any of the following: flames/flaring, smoke,
unusual sounds (such as crackling), debris, or shards of material separating from the device;
ii. Do not cover or enclose the device as it could cause it to overheat; and
iii.Do not use ice or dry ice to cool the device. Ice or other materials insulate the device, increasing
the likelihood that additional battery cells will reach thermal runaway.
7) MONITOR THE DEVICE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA FOR THE REMAINDER
OF THE FLIGHT
Monitor the device and the surrounding area for the remainder of the flight to verify that
the device does not pose further risk.
Caution: In order to avoid injury from a flash fire, it is not recommended to open the affected
baggage when there is any indication of smoke or flames
Douse the device (baggage) with water (or other non-flammable liquid)
3.
Note — Liquid may turn to steam when applied to the hot battery
When the device has cooled:
i. Obtain a suitable empty container
ii. Fill the container with enough water (or other non-flammable liquid) to submerge the de-
4. vice
iii. Using Protective equipment, place the device in the container and completely
submerge in water (or other non-flammable liquid)
iv. Stow and (if possible) secure the container to prevent spillage
5. Monitor the device and the surrounding area for the remainder of the flight
Amplified Cabin Crew Checklist for Overhead Bin Battery/Portable Electronic De-
vice (PED) Fire/ Smoke
5) MONITOR THE DEVICE AND THE SURROUNDING AREA FOR THE REMAINDER
OF THE FLIGHT
Monitor the device and the surrounding area for the remainder of the flight to verify that
the device does not pose further risk.
Amplified Cabin Crew Checklist for Overheated Battery or Electrical Smell Involving
a Portable Electronic Device (PED) – No Visible Fire or Smoke
1) IDENTIFY THE ITEM
Identify the source of overheat or electrical smell. Ask the passenger concerned to identify
the item.
3) REMOVE POWER
It is important to instruct the passenger or crew member to disconnect the device from the
power supply, if it is deemed safe to do so. A battery has a higher likelihood of catching
fire due to overheating during or immediately following a charging cycle, although the ef-
fects may be delayed for some period of time. By removing the external power supply from
the device, it will be assured that additional energy is not being fed to the battery to pro-
mote a fire.
Turn off the in-seat power to the remaining electrical outlets until it can be assured that a
malfunctioning aircraft system does not contribute to additional failures of the passengers’
portable electronic devices.
Visually check that power to the remaining electrical outlets remains off until the aircraft’s
system can be determined to be free of faults, if the device was previously plugged in.
The removal of power may occur simultaneously to other cabin crew actions (e.g. obtaining
water to douse the device). Depending on the aircraft type, in-seat power may have to be
turned-off by the fight crew members.
It is important to verify that the device remains powered off for the duration of the flight.
Caution: Do not attempt to remove the battery from the device.
Amplified Cabin Crew Checklist for PED Inadvertently Crushed or Damaged In Elec-
trically Adjustable Seat
Due to the design of some electrically adjustable passenger seats, a PED can slip under a
seat covering and/or cushion, behind an armrest or down the side of a seat. Inadvertent
crushing of the device poses a risk of fire.
Amplified Cabin Crew Checklist for Cabin Crew Checklist for Spillage or Leakage
Involving Dangerous Goods Incidents
IDENTIFY ITEM
Ask the passenger concerned to identify the item and indicate its potential hazards. The
passenger may be able to give some guidance on the hazard(s) involved and how these
could be dealt with.
Note: On aircraft with only one cabin crew member, consult with the pilot-in-command as
to whether the aid of a passenger should be sought in dealing with the incident.
Collect emergency response kit, if provided, or collect for use in dealing with the spillage
or leakage:
- A supply of paper towels or newspapers or other absorbent paper or absorbent
fabric (e.g. seat cushion covers, head rest protectors).
- Oven gloves or fire-resistant gloves, if available.
- At least two large polyethylene waste bin bags.
- At least three smaller polyethylene bags, such as those used for duty-free or
bar sales or, if none available, airsickness bags.
DON RUBBER GLOVES AND SMOKE HOOD OR SMOKE MASK – PORTABLE OXY-
GEN
The hands should always be protected before touching suspicious packages or items. Fire-
resistant gloves or oven gloves covered by polyethylene bags are likely to give suitable
protection. Gas-light breathing equipment should always be worn when attending to an
incident involving smoke, fumes or fire.
Place the first bag (containing the item) in the second bag, which already contains the
rubber gloves and secure the open end in the same manner as that used for the first bag.
Cover any spillage on the carpet or furnishings with a waste bag or other polyethylene
bags, if available. If not, use airsickness bags opened out so that the plastic side covers
the spillage or use the plastic covered emergency information cards.
Carpet which has been contaminated by a spillage and which is still causing fumes de-
spite being covered, should be rolled up, if possible, and placed in a large bin bag or
other polyethylene bag. It should be placed in a waste bin and stowed, when possible,
either in the rear toilet or rear galley. If the carpet cannot be removed it should remain
covered by a large bin bag or polyethylene bags, etc., and additional bags should be
used to reduce the fumes.
After Landing
IDENTIFY TO GROUND PERSONNEL DANGEROUS GOODS ITEM AND WHERE
STOWED
Upon arrival, take the necessary steps to identify to the ground staff where the item is
stowed. Pass on all information about the item