Helicopter Safety and Familiarisation

Author: Michael John Donald, Brodie C Paterson / Editor: Tajek B Hassan / Reviewers: Reuben Cooper, Stewart McMorran, Raghaventhar Manikandan / Code: / Published: 17/02/2020 / Reviewed: 15/11/2024

This module covers aspects of helicopter safety, in particular the dangers associated with working with rotary-winged aircraft.

Before commencing this session you should complete the following session:

By the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Identify the dangers of proximity to rotary-winged aircraft
  • Describe how to ensure the safety of you and others when working around a helicopter
  • Explain how to safely approach a helicopter

References

  1. Greaves I, Porter K. Oxford Handbook of Pre-Hospital Care. 1st ed. Oxford: Oxford University Press, 2007.
  2. Calland V. Safety at Scene. 1st ed. London: Mosby, 2000.
  3. Eaton JC. Essentials of Immediate Medical Care. 2nd ed. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 1999.

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