“Training in maintenance human Subjects • Costs of error and example lists
factors is an essential part of an Students will study human factors of error
FAA-approved training program. The principles and examples with emphasis • The “Dirty Dozen”
repair station’s submitted training on the following subjects: • An introduction to error
program must include human factors investigation
elements.” (FAA document 8300.10: • History of Human Factors (HF) • Recognizing and avoiding
Chapter 160: review and approve • Statistics relating to airline safety hazards at work
a Part 145 repair station’s training • Models used in HF learning • Dealing with emergencies
program, 3.31.06) Many aviation • The five senses, information
maintenance and management processing and phobias Worldwide, aviation seems to be on the
personnel are faced with the problem • The work environment, both rebound and much deferred maintenance
of time, cost, and geography. physical and social will now have to be done, putting mainte-
Aviation Institute of Maintenance, • Factors affecting performance nance staff under pressure. Human factors
in cooperation with Lufthansa and work activities training will become more important now
Technical Training, offers a • Fitness and health issues in HF than it’s ever been. Even if your country
contemporary training solution to • Stress: domestic and work-related doesn’t require it, it should be undertaken.
an old problem. The course is now • Workload, stimulation and Remember that about 80% of all aviation
available online. The advantages of motivation accidents and incidents have a human
this particular concept lie, amongst • Sleep, fatigue and shift work factors element. And before you add that
other things, in the flexibility of • Alcohol, medication and drug night shift, remember that mistakes are far
time, as well as the possibility abuse more likely between 1 and 6 am. Visit the
to have the course facilitated in • Communication; how we Institute of Maintenance at
your own home or workplace. The communicate and models of www.aviationmaintenance.edu.
institute offers a technical service communication
department that can assist at any • Challenge areas for Ian Parker, BSc Ergonomics (Human
level of computer experience. communication Factors), Loughborough University, class
• Human error and error models in HF rating instructor, West London Aero Club.
ToolCrib
Low profile from Snap-On
There’s nothing more frustrating than facing a tough fastener job able in fractional sizes ranging from 3/16” to 9/16”. This set is
in close quarters and not having the right tool. It’s a real-world, applicable in a variety of markets, particularly aerospace.
every day problem. The 3/8” drive sets feature an 80-tooth, low-profile ratchet
Low-profile socket/ratchet sets from Snap-on Industrial, said and either nine 6-point or nine 12-point low-profile sockets; met-
to be a leader in tooling solutions for mechanical, hydraulic and ric socket sizes range from 8mm to 18mm, with fractional sizes
industrial applications, answer the need for sockets and ratchets ranging from 1/4” to 3/4”. The 3/8” square drive also works with
that fit cramped quarters. Sizes include 1/4” drive metric and standard sockets. Thanks to Dual 80™ technology and a tighter
fractional and 3/8” drive metric and fractional – all up to 33% torque ratio, the 3/8” ratchets require only a 4 ½-degree arc to
shorter than competitive options says the company. Applications engage the next gear tooth. The dual pawl ratchet mechanism
run from windpower turbines in the renewable energy market to engages seven teeth to provide strength and durability.
aircraft and aerospace segments. All Snap-on Industrial low-profile sockets and ratchets are
The 1/4” drive metric set features a low-profile ratchet and ten manufactured from a special alloy steel that’s forged to exacting
6-point, low-profile sockets. A mini-ratchet with a 72-tooth gear tolerances and heat treated for optimum strength and durabil-
means maximum torque with minimal movement in tight spaces. ity. Nickel-chrome plating protects against corrosion and makes
A thin handle design and easy-action reverse lever allows greater each piece easy to wipe clean.
access in small areas. Socket sizes range from 5mm to 13mm. Snap-on won a US Technicians’ Choice Award for best overall
Also, a ten-piece, 12-point low-profile socket/ratchet set is avail- hand tools from Frost and Sullivan in 2008.
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