Unit 5: Physical Environment - Noise

 Noise can be referred to as the  In aircraft maintenance environment,

unwanted sound. noise level can be:
 Noise can:
 From 85 dB to 90 dB in Apron.
1. Cause distraction and lower  From 70 dB to 75 dB in the hangar.
concentration.
2. Disturb communication.
3. Camouflage warning sounds.
4. Causes stress.

 If you can not hear yourself within a

radius of two 2 meter, you should
protect yourself.

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 Unit 5: Physical Environment - Fumes
 Fumes can be unpleasant &  Fumes can limit performance.
hazardous to health.
 Fumes can affect motivation; you want
 Hazardous to health: to finish the task faster.

Warning signs & safety regulations must

be followed.

 Unpleasant:

Smell nasty and annoys the eyes.

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 Unit 5: Physical Environment - Illumination

 Nature lights are better when considering color perception/observation

[recognizing colors].
 Mercury lights are better when considering efficiency. (found in the hangar &
apron)
 Correct illumination depends on the task at hand.
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Unit 5: Physical Environment – Climate & temperature

 Work must be adjusted to suit the conditions of the weather, since we can
not change weather.
 Protective clothing, change of time table, workload depending on weather.

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 Unit 5: Physical Environment – Vibration & Motion
 Working with rivet guns for a long time, lead to having your fingers
feel NUMB because of vibration, and it takes a while for the feeling
to come back; This is known as the White Finger Syndrome (WFS).

 Vibrations can lead to noise (distraction), and fatigue.

 Engines emit infrasonic waves (<20Hz): Long exposure can lead

to damage in internal organs [Kidney].

 Ultrasonic waves (>20,000 Hz): can damage nerve canals

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 Unit 5: Physical Environment – Work environment
 Physical activities not carried on solid
ground can lead to SUDDEN
MOVEMENT.

 Heights affects the reaction of a person

more.

 When working in confined spaces, GOOD

PLANNING is recommended;

1. Follow safety regulations.

2. Let your colleague assist you.
3. Access to ventilation & lighting.
4. Make the task comfortable.
5. Speak openly if feeling uneasy.

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