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Fm 5517 i field manual headquarters no 5517 department of the army washington, dc, 16 february 1999 cargo specialists handbook table of contents. The applicant should be proficient with the basic regulations for air transport. The enhanced cargo handling system echs provides increased levels of safety, greater air drop precision, and faster cargo bay reconfiguration times. This presentation talks about various things involved in aircraft ground handling process. Agents should use the iata airport handling manual ahm, iata ground operations manual and content of this manual, which qualifies and. Perform cargo acceptance perform cargo buildup complete export cargo documents perform cargo breakdown complete import cargo documents perform cargo delivery who should attend newly appointed cargo agents cargo agents with experience but without training for basic air cargo sub contractors performing cargo operational activities course outline. Aircraft ground handling is the servicing of an aircraft while it is on the ground and usually parked at a terminal gate of an airport. Cargo pallets and ground handling equipment remain common. The handbook sets out the criteria necessary for ifacp. It also contains new material on the economic impact of cargo movements, recognizing how international distribution. The appropriate day and night signals prescribed for cargo handling operations must be correctly displayed. Not all specific information concerning your airport can be provided in the selfstudy. Material handling systems logistics systems design. General principles all cargoes should be stowed and secured in such a way that the ship and persons on board.
Safely operating and working around cargo handling equipment. While cargo handling is performed at thousands of airports all over the world by hundreds of handlers and airlines, big and small, the risk for deviations in quality and consistency continue to be a major. Manual on the regulation of international air transport. As the assignment focuses on risk identification, the scope is further specified by using the. Cargo transport presented by fanny saruchera learning objectives. Various cargo handling techniques for seagoing general cargo. Cargo information required by ship master prior handling bulk cargo. At northern air cargo, we provide an exceptional team of shipping experts that can get your cargo. Liquefied gas carrier guide planning cargo operations carrying and handling liquefied gas cargo onboard poses significant potential hazards including risk of injury or death,threats to environment and each person working on a gas carrier and terminal ashore needs to understand the risks involved, obtain the necessary training and take all the. Read guidebook for air cargo facility planning and.
Primary components electricallyactuated locks and vertical restraints. Welcome to the iatafiata air cargo program ifacp handbook this handbook is the essential reference manual of the ifacp, providing an introduction to the program and detailing its procedures and rules. Cargo sales agents are persons or firms, engaged in promoting and receiving shipments from the public and preparing these ready for carriage. Do not push or pull units against the floor or ground. Cxka eawb handling procedure for freight forwarder hkg page 5 version 7 with effective on 08 april 2015 section 2 eawb introduction 2. Liquefied gas carrier guide planning cargo operations. Commercial operators of vessels chartered to shell chemical.
Edition 3rd 2019 english, software for windows the iata cargo handling manual ichm is a complete set of standards for everyone involved in cargo operations. More efficient handling of cargo on themodal containers and mechanized equipment to ground could have as much impact on futuremove the containers between carriers or into growth and profitability of air cargo as wouldstorage. Fall protection if the task cannot be done on the ground or from a solid. Vaculex now offers air cargo handling lifting equipment based on vacuum. Cargo handling equipment varies depending upon the type of cargo. Use only clamps purposed for pulp, any other type of clamps forks etc.
Getting your freight to your customer punctually is the set goal detailed planning is an important part of air cargo forwarding. The cargo securing devices should be maintained in a satisfactory condition. Agents should use the iata airport handling manual ahm, iata ground operations manual and content of this manual, which qualifies and amplifies items from the ahm. For more information on minnesota driving laws and rules for all drivers, refer to the minnesota drivers manual. Pdf air cargo operations evaluation and analysis through. Manual air cargo handling is a highrisk zone for musculoskeletal disorders caused by heavy weights and high frequency. On the first day of the ars you will have to pass an entry test multiplechoice. Technical operators of vessels chartered to shell chemical. Configurations include compact roller decks for 10ft base ulds, 15ft decks for simplified handling of contoured units, and 20ft decks for handling the largest freighter units or two 10ft ulds in one lift cycle. The international air transport association iata announced, during the world cargo symposium in abu dhabi, the launch of the iata cargo handling manual ichm to help airlines and cargo handlers work together more effectively while improving safety and efficiency in air cargo operations. Iata cargo handling manual for cargo handling breakbulk. Suitable safety nets or temporary fencing should be rigged where personnel have to walk or climb across builtup cargo, and are therefore at risk of falling. Mar 24, 2017 air cargo handling teaching material 1. Cargo handling is an extensive subject and primarily involves the interface between the ship and port.
Fork lift as an illustration of mechanized material handling equipment 5 chapter. Ground handling covers the complex series of processes required to separate an aircraft from its load passengers, baggage, cargo and mail on arrival and combine it with its load prior to departure. The inspector should familiarize themselves with the operators cargo handling equipment systems, equipment and appliances procedures, including dangerous goods policies. Acceptance of a handling request from titan airways shall be treated as an agents. Ground operations safety manual 12 issue 1 revision 1 1 introduction 1. The ichm is the first complete set of standards covering the operational. Operating and working around cargo handling equipment, such as forklifts, semitractors, pickup trucks, cranes, and other mobile equipment in marine terminals can expose workers to injury or death. Bulk cargo carts mobile units which transfer the bulk cargo from the airplane to the cargo handling terminal or to other airport locations. This means that air cargo handling process is important for any airport or cargo handling agent who provides cargo handling services. It includes general updates, with input from stakeholders, regulators and industry. Mar 15, 2017 the international air transport association iata has launched the iata cargo handling manual ichm to help airlines and cargo handlers work together more effectively while improving safety and efficiency. New challenges in air cargo handling after a long lull for the past few years, air cargo volumes are finally recovering as we start 2015.
More information is available in the downloads section. Special cargo handling procedures cathay pacific cargo. The scope of the manual is limited to the economic aspects of international air transport regulation as distinguished from the technical aspects thereof such as. Following instructions has to be followed during handling. Fm 5517 i field manual headquarters no 5517 department of the army washington, dc, 16 february 1999. The cargo was easily loaded and unloaded which minimized the time spent in port. This also means competent cargo staff, procedures, cargo information system. Aircraft load planning and documentation, part iii, appendix v. Watch the video to discover the simplicity and convenience of mepcontent for your bim project. It is the employers responsibility to ensure the safety of workers.
Anyone who ships dangerous goods by air is required to have training. Subject to carrier and governmental regulations, a humane handling of human killer may be on board, under control of the captain. The ichm, launched at the iata world cargo symposium in abu dhabi, is the first complete set of standards covering operational activities of all stakeholders in. Guidebook for air cargo facility planning and development explores tools and techniques for sizing air cargo facilities, including data and updated metrics for forecasting future facility requirements as a function of changing market and economic conditions. Air cargo operations evaluation and analysis through simulation. The degree of efficiency attained to maximize cargo throughput at a berth, quicken ship turnround time in port and minimize cargo handling cost overall affects the development of international trade and cost of the international distribution of goods. Bulk loaded cargo loaded as loose pieces into airplane compartments. The use of sedatives during flight to ahm 333 tranquillise nervous animals is reserved for a trained animalattendant. The operation manual, provided by the motorcycle safety foundation, is not about minnesota law it is about riding smart and staying safe.
Code of safe practice for cargo stowage and securing in providing such advice, it should be borne in mind that the master is responsible for the safe conduct of the voyage and the safety of the ship, its crew and its cargo. Limerick cargo handling, a subsidiary of shannon foynes port company, is the sole handling and stevedoring agency operating at limerick port. The manual contains the minimum compulsory requirements for handling, transporting and warehousing upm products, and they are valid globally for all. Cargo securing manual for ms test vessel page 6 7 information on the strength and instructions for the use and maintenance of each specific type of cargo securing device, where applicable, is provided in this manual. Wheelbarrow as an example manual material handling equipment mechanized material handling figure.
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