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The Aerodrome Safety Alert 03-2019 relates to the Aerodrome Manual’s: – Part E ASI 31 Airside Driving, para. 2.2 General Rules,

– ASI 20 Aviation Fuel Management para. 4 Fuelling Zone,

– ASI 13 Safety Infringements, Appendix A.The image below shows the results of

a hi-loader colliding with a fuel hydrant and subsequently dislodging the fuel hose connector. The hi-loader’s route taken was compromised by the position of unattended ground service equipment near the stand MARs bar and 2 baggage trucks left unattended in the stands airbridge hatched area.

It is vital that vehicles and equipment must not be parked under any part of the aircraft during refuelling, except for refuelling equipment. A fuelling zone is established when aircraft fuelling operations are in progress and extends at least 3 metres radially from the aircraft filling and venting points and from any part of the fuelling vehicle and equipment including hoses.

Only authorised persons and vehicles are permitted with the fuelling zone. Equipment must not be left unattended on a stand area or Inter-stand Clearway and please ensure that you do not park or leave equipment in the cross-hatched [no parking] areas.

If you have any questions, please contact the Airfield Duty Manager on 0161 489 3331.

ASA 03-2019 AIRSIDE DRIVING STANDARDS: REFUELLING OPS

In this month’s FOCUS we are taking a closer look at Pier 1, which opened on 1st April. Pier 1, its aircraft stands and MSCP West were the first facilities to open as part of MAN-TP.

We will be bringing you all the information you need to know about the Pier and its stands.

If you would like to get a bird’s eye view look at the Pier you can watch internal and external drone footage on the MAN-TP website – mantp.co.uk/gallery/

PIER 1 OPENING

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Pier 1 has a combination of stand configuration to maximise usability. This includes a 5 line MARS block stand, meaning 3 narrow bodied or 2 wide bodied aircraft can use the same flexible apron space.

The below diagrams show the MARS stand layouts for a wide bodied and narrow-bodied arrangement.

PIER 1 STANDS AND GATES

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VEHICLE AND PEDESTRIAN ACCESS

Vehicle access to the Pier is via the Front of Terminal Road and Head of Stand Road.

Please note there is no Rear of Stand Road however there is turnaround manoeuvring access behind the back of the aircraft.

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On Pier 1, there are designated Ground Service Equipment parking areas in the blue zones identified in the GSE parking map.

During turnaround, the yellow areas may be used for temporary parking, but equipment must then be returned to the blue zones.

GROUND SERVICE EQUIPMENT PARKING ON PIER 1

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Operational changes from previous revision;

Pushback procedures added for Terminal 2, Pier 1 new stands. Stands 72, 73 & 74 pushback procedures amended. TRPs 74 & 104 added. TRP map updated. Tug callsign list amended.

Points to remember;

Always ensure that the current aircraft pushback procedures document is available inside the tug prior to carrying out any aircraft pushback or towing manoeuvre. Any deviation from the procedures described in this document will be issued by ATC as a ‘non-standard’ pushback instruction at the time of pushback request. It is a mandatory requirement to use a serviceable headset at all times when carrying out any aircraft pushback, tow or push & park manoeuvre. NB: Headsets are not to be used during periods of thunderstorm activity, Aerodrome Manual, ASI 16 refers. Airside Standing Instructions 16 and 18 within the Manchester Airport Aerodrome Manual provide further guidance on pushback procedures and use of headsets. An up-to-date copy of the Manchester Airport Manoeuvring Area Map must be available in aircraft tugs at all times. Pushback clearance MUST NOT be requested by flight crew until the Headset Operative (Handling Agent or Ground Engineer) has confirmed to the aircraft commander that the aircraft and ground crew are fully ready for pushback and the tug driver is in the cab. Tug drivers have a responsibility to listen to ATC and the pushback clearance instruction given. Tug drivers MUST listen out on ATC Ground frequency, and listen specifically for the ATC pushback clearance, which will include the stand number. If in doubt about an instruction given, call ATC via the tug radio to seek confirmation/ clarification. Don’t be afraid to query. Always ask and never assume – you either know or you don’t. Aircraft parked on Left or Right centrelines use the procedure for the CENTRE/MAIN stand designator number, unless listed as otherwise in this document. Upon completion of a pushback manoeuvre;

Aircraft nose to be pointing towards the airfield identification point, eg: ‘facing runways’.

Aircraft nose wheel to be on taxiway centreline. Aircraft nose wheel to stop on relevant Tug Release Point (TRP) mark or to stop abeam

the relevant CENTRE/MAIN stand centreline number unless otherwise stated. If pushing to a taxiway Intermediate Holding Point (IHP), both aircraft and tug must be

stopped behind the IHP markings, clear of adjacent taxiway routes.

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TOWING OF AIRCRAFT STEPS

MAN-TP AIRCRAFT AND AIRBRIDGE TRIALS SUMMARY

MA AIRCRAFT PUSHBACK PROCEDURES: REVISION YANKEE

It is a requirement that all trailed equipment is towed in a safe manner and the responsibility of the operator to ensure aircraft steps are maintained in good working order and that operatives carry out a walk around check prior to the steps being used. Prior to a tow commencing, the stabilisers must be fully raised to prevent grounding and all loose or detachable items must be removed.

To avoid the potential collision between taxiing aircraft and vehicle traffic on the Apron road system, passenger steps should be lowered to a height of a maximum of 4.3 meters prior to transportation. It is recommended that all towable steps be marked clearly to enable operatives to determine the correct towing height.

Whilst towing, consideration must be given to the speed of travel, most particularly when manoeuvring aircraft steps in confined spaces and/or around corners.

In cases of adverse weather conditions, e.g. strong winds, vehicle and equipment operatives must ensure aircraft steps are in the fully lowered position before commencing a tow as the likelihood of them topping significantly increases with height. Furthermore, slower towing speeds will be necessary as the likelihood of aircraft steps becoming unstable increases with stronger wind conditions.

Steps must be parked in designated bays with the parking brake applied and stabilisers lowered such that they cannot inadvertently move. – Aerodrome Manual ASI 31, Section 2.7

In the run up to Pier 1, its aircraft stands and T2 Multi-Storey West Car Park opening, an intensive programme of trials was undertaken to test the new facilities, systems and processes.

In total, 46 trials took place (up to 31st March), including airbridge trials, turnaround trials on Code C and Code E stands, Head of Stand Road trials and three live flight trials. We are continuing our trial programme into April and May.

Below, is an image of the first aircraft on a Pier 1 stand, as we held our first turnaround trial with TUI and their handling agent and other service providers: Swissport, Alpha LSG, Airline Services, North Air and ASIG.

Thank you to all who have supported the ORAT programme.

Effective from the 1st April, pushback procedure Revision Yankee has updated TRP’s, amended Tug call signs and pushback procedures and also the addition of the Pier 1new stands.

Always ensure that the current aircraft pushback procedures document is available inside the tug prior to carrying out any aircraft pushback or towing manoeuvre. Any deviation from the procedures described in this document will be issued by ATC as a ‘nonstandard’ pushback instruction at the time of pushback request.

If in doubt about an instruction given, call ATC via the tug radio to seek confirmation/ clarification. Don’t be afraid to query! Always ask and never assume – you either know or you don’t.

VIP NOMINATION

Caroline McWhirter, Lead Technical trainer has been nominated for a safe hands award following the invaluable support provided to the Manchester Health and Safety team during internal audits by the Group Health and Safety team. Caroline provided swift and knowledgeable responses to assist the local team undertaking audits (Airfield Security, Hold Baggage Screening and Terminal Security team), and ensured that they were be prepared with important documents.

Andy Cockburn, Airfield Security Team Manager has been nominated for a safe hands award to recognise the vital role he undertook when leading on the Group Health and Safety Compliance and Control testing for Airfield Security. Andy ensured he was prepared prior to the audit, and represented his team demonstrating excellent operational and risk control knowledge to achieve a high compliance and control score.

Steve Peacock, Hold Baggage Screening Duty Manager has also been nominated for a safe hands award to recognise the role he undertook when leading on the Group Health and Safety Compliance and Control testing for Hold Baggage Screening. Steve has only recently undertaken this role, and within a short period of time there has been a positive change in the health and safety culture, with a review of risk assessments and further controls identified to help mitigate risks colleagues may face.

Katie Rowson, MAN TP People Change Manager has been nominated for a safe hands award in conjunction with the Airbridge trials and training programme she has been delivering. Katie has meticulously prepared for airbridge trials and training taking place on the new Pier ensuring safety remains the priority for throughout the programme and that ultimately safe use of equipment and a clear process will ensure the safety of our guests and colleagues once the Pier is live.

The IOSH Aviation and Aerospace Group represents a diverse range of companies in the aviation and aerospace sector. It offers professional health and safety guidance and advice to a broad range of stakeholders in the aviation and aerospace industry and provides opportunities to attend quarterly events.

On the 12th March Manchester Health and Safety team were fortunate enough to host and deliver a successful IOSH Aviation and Aerospace group event, focusing on how health and safety has evolved at Manchester Airport and how the team have supported on business change and operational readiness.

Ella Muers, Health and Safety Manager at Manchester Airport provided guests from a range of industries and some of our own service partners on site with an overview of how health and safety has evolved at Manchester Airport

John Messer, Aviator Ramp Agent, has been awarded a bronze We Are Safety Award as he spotted a screw that had become embedded within the far right hand mains gear when on a Thomas Cook aircraft. He quickly notified the TCX engineers and Airfield Operations.

As the engineer’s nightly checks had been completed before the aircraft was towed, the screw may have gone unnoticed without John’s thorough checks. Well done John, a great spot!

over the last couple of years, and the extent to which the health and safety team have been involved in and looking at business change. There was a focus on the key milestones such as construction of and expected delivery of the New Pier, explaining how the health and safety team have been involved in the design, delivery and handover process for new assets and the importance of ensuring operational readiness. As the business continues to evolve and construction of the new Terminal progresses, there was an important overview of how Manchester Airport delivers safe assets and ensures that the operation is ready to work with, or in that asset.

To finish off the day, guests were provided with a familiarisation tour of the New Pier allowing the opportunity for any questions. Following the event, the team received positive feedback from the IOSH attendees noting that the day was highly educational and insightful.

IOSH AVIATION AND AEROSPACE GROUP EVENT

JOHN MESSER: WE ARE SAFETY AWARD

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INTRODUCING…

MICHELLE SHERLOCK, GROUP HEALTH AND WELLBEING MANAGER

New role:My role is Group Health and Wellbeing

manager; my mission is to promote happy and healthy colleagues across MAG. Focusing on being both mentally and physically healthy at work and maintaining a good work-life balance. Remembering that employees are the best asset of every organisation and by putting effort into employee wellness encourages happy, healthy employees which in turn increases productivity, promotes positive teamwork and reduces sickness absence.

Background:I’ve spent the last 7 years working in

primary care within the NHS. My role was to help support the clinicians and offer occupational health guidance due to the severity of some of the cases and work with outside agencies to work at getting a better outcome for colleagues and patients who are most at risk.

What do I wish to achieve from my role at MAG? – To benchmark our health and wellbeing services against the best in the business

– To improve and encourage positive communication and trust across MAG

– To focus on the importance of mental health in the workplace, early intervention is key.

CONTACT US

Kelly SharkeyTechnical AdministratorKelly.sharkey@magairports.comAirfield Operationsairfieldoperations@manairport.co.uk

We would like to ensure that content is relevant, so if you wish to contribute, and provide details of any specific topics to cover in the next edition or safety initiatives that are being implemented, please do get in touch via above contact details.

Please ensure that Manchester Airport are in receipt of correct Airside Operator contact details, so that we are able to get the right information to the right people.

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HIGHLIGHTS – T2 MSCP West Handover – Pier 1 Airfield Assets Handover – MANTP Turnaround Trials – MANTP Airbridge Trials and Training using mock aircraft doors

– IOSH Aviation and Aerospace Group Event – T1 Diplo B Safety Review – A1 Full Handover to Operations – Staff South Review and Handover – AOA Safety Group hosted Birmingham Airport – Major Fuel Spill on Stand 32

PLANNED – Manchester HSE Board – H&S Steering Group In STN – OpsCon – Airfield Change Board – Winter Operations Debrief

WHERE WE HAVE BEEN IN MARCH: – Western Maintenance with COO – T Pier 1 testing and trials – T2 West MSCP testing and trials – Hosting IOSH Aviation event at MAN

– Diplo B Baggage system – BE Line baggage safety tours – Continuation training

MARCH HEALTH & SAFETY ACTIVITY

The below data is taken from the Airport’s accident reporting system ‘Rivo Safeguard’ This compiles performance for March 2019 across the Manchester Airport site. A breakdown is also provided of key business Support provided for the month, and a look ahead to April 2019.

SUMMER TO MARCH 2019

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Manchester Airport supports a Just Culture

JUSTCULTURE

Since the launch of the Airside Operator Armband trial, the scheme has really taken off! The airside operators have embraced the orange armbands and the positive effects are being noticed.

A huge well done to Adele Shipley, Safety and Compliance Officer, who has overseen the successful implementation of the armbands and continues to support the initiative!

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“It’s a great way to introduce our department and get to know the staff.”

“Great initiative, not only does it help staff new to a different environment but also creates a safety culture for these new staff from day .”

“Very good initiative Adele, making it easy for other airside workers to spot people from a distance who may not be fully conversant with apron safety requirements.”

“Good to see that come to fruition Adele!”

“I thought new staff were normally identified by how clean their High-viz was, only joking! Great idea, well done.”

“Fantastic idea – subtle, but a great opportunity to promote safety engagement.”

Menzies added “After completing training and validation checks the employee will be issued with the Orange Pass Holder and informed to wear at all times when operating airside.”

WE ARE SAFETY

“I love this picture! Well done team and thanks for sharing Adele. I really believe this simple initiative will make a huge difference to how we work and collaborate with our partners.”