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AIRSIDE DRIVERS POCKETBOOKCategory 1 and 2

JANUARY 2014

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CHECKLIST� 2

INTRODUCTION� 4

Definitions� 5

Legal�requirements�� 7

Indemnity,�insurance�and�airside�licence�agreement� 8

AIRSIDE�SAFETY� 9

Working�around�aircraft� 9

No�smoking� 9

Fire�and�explosion�hazards� 10

Aircraft�engine�hazards� 11

Foreign�object�debris� 13

Personal�Protective�Equipment� 14

High�visibility�garments� 14

Hearing�protection� 14

Fuel�and�oil�spills� 15

Accident�and�incident�reporting� 16

DRIVING�AIRSIDE� 17

Authority�to�Drive�Airside� 17

Categories�of�Authority�to�Drive�Airside� 18

Applying�for�Authority�to�Drive�Airside� 19

Driver’s�licence� 19

Probationary�and�Extraordinary�Drivers� 20

Re-testing�requirements�and�renewals� 20

Driver�currency� 20

Demerit�point�system� 20

Authority�for�Use�Airside� 21

Approved�Issuing�Authority� 22

Accessing�airside� 22

Gate�4�(domestic�precinct)� 22

Gate�1�(international�precinct)� 22

Cargo�Gate�14�(international�precinct)� 23

Other�access�areas� 23

Vehicle�inspections� 24

Operating�airside� 24

Speed�limits� 25

Emergency�vehicles� 25

Domestic�apron�roadways� 26

International�Terminal�roadway� 27

CONTENTS

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New�Domestic�Terminal�roadway� 28

Northern�Perimeter�Road� 28

Rules�driving�around�aircraft� 29

Aircraft�anti-collision�beacons� 30

Fokker�50�aircraft�rules� 30

Arriving�aircraft� 31

Departing�aircraft� 31

Power�push�units� 32

Equipment�parking� 33

Towing�restrictions� 34

Seats�and�seatbelts� 34

Safety�escorts� 34

Night�driving� 35

Poor�visibility�or�low�visibility�conditions� 35

Visual�aids�for�drivers� 36

Apron�markings� 36

Typical�apron�markings� 37

Aerobridge�keep�clear�zones� 38

Aerodrome�markers�and�lighting� 39

Aircraft�towing� 40

Procedures� 40

Areas�of�operation� 40

Aprons� 40

Taxiways� 40

Runways� 40

Considerations�for�towing�aircraft� 41

Route�planning� 42

Restrictions�to�tow�operations� 42

Taxiway�Hotel�3� 42

Taxiway�Hotel�4� 42

Runway�awareness� 43

Runways� 43

Light�signals�from�Air�Traffic�Control�� 44

Contact�numbers�� 45

Trainee�check�list�� 47

Applicant�log�� 49

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CHECKLIST

Before driving airside you need to:

1. Have a valid reason to apply for an Authority to Drive Airside.

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2. Complete the appropriate training for the category as indicated in the checklist contained at the rear of this pocketbook.

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3. Ensure the driver training log has been correctly completed, endorsed and submit it with your application.

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4. Correctly complete and endorsed Authority to Drive Airside application form.

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5. Hold a current Aviation Security Identification Card issued for the airport of operation.

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6. Read and understand the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook and this pocketbook.

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7. Hold a current Australian driver’s licence. ü

8. Hold a certificate of competency for any vehicle or equipment used airside.

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9. Successfully complete the assessments for a Category 1, 2, 3 or 4 Authority to Drive Airside and understand its limitations.

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10. Hold a current Authority to Drive Airside valid for your area of operations.

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11. Ensure that you are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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12. Ensure the vehicle or equipment you are driving has a valid Authority to Use Airside permit for Perth Airport and is in serviceable condition.

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IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF A DRIVER TO ENSURE THE VEHICLE OR EQUIPMENT OPERATED AIRSIDE IS IN SERVICEABLE CONDITION. SHOULD THE VEHICLE OR EQUIPMENT YOU ARE DRIVING NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE AIRSIDE VEHICLE CONTROL HANDBOOK OR THIS POCKETBOOK, OPERATIONS SHOULD CEASE AND THE VEHICLE BE REMOVED FROM SERVICE IMMEDIATELY.

A I R S I D E D R I V E R S P O C K E T B O O K

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Listed below are some of the most common airside situations that could result in an accident on the airside. Study them to identify common themes.

• Failure to give way to aircraft, including not looking around the vehicle. Lack of airside experience, poor training or poor situational awareness.

• Speeding, with a lack of attention or care for others through increased or inappropriate time pressures.

• Insecure loads causing Foreign Object Debris (FOD). This is usually caused by speed, failure to properly inspect or secure loads, improper disposal of packing material, or poor equipment maintenance. Remember, if you are driving it or towing it, then you are responsible for it.

• Failure to obey traffic signs, from a lack of attention or due to time pressure.

• Incorrect parking or storage of equipment, from a lack of care or attention or poor training.

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INTRODUCTION

This pocketbook is for people who work and drive airside at Perth Airport. Airside is the area of the airport provided for the servicing and movement of aircraft. It is not accessible to the public.

Safety is a very important aspect of airside activity. Unique rules apply when airside which must be adhered to.

Perth Airport is responsible for ensuring all drivers comply with the driving rules associated with airside activities. The contents of this pocketbook have been prepared to ensure compliance with the requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations (CASR) and Airports (control of on airport activities) Regulations as prescribed by the Department of Infrastructure and Transport.

Please read this pocketbook carefully before entering the airside. It highlights important safety information, legal obligations and rules which you need to be aware of when driving airside. Accidents and incidents can be avoided if everyone knows and follows the airport airside rules.

This pocketbook is divided into three parts:

1. Introduction: General information relating to legal requirements associated with the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook for Perth Airport.

2. Airside safety: Information about safety issues applicable to people who work airside and expected conduct of all persons working and driving airside.

3. Driving airside: Rules, standards and procedures for driving airside at Perth Airport.


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Definitions

Advanced – Surface Movement Guidance and Control System (A-SMGCS)

A system providing routing, guidance and surveillance for the control of aircraft and vehicles in order to maintain the declared surface movement rate, under all weather conditions, within the aerodrome visibility operational limit while maintaining the required level of safety.

Aerodrome Controller (ADC-Perth Tower)

An ASA employee that controls the movement of aircraft and vehicles on the runways. This position provides take-off and landing clearance to aircraft.

Aeronautical Information Publications (AIP)

Information relating to operational requirements at Australian Aerodromes produced and published by Airservices Australia.

Airport Control Centre

The Airport Control Centre (ACC) is operated by the airport operator, Perth Airport. It acts as a central reporting point and has direct contact with all emergency services and airport agencies. The ACC should be contacted in the event of any accident or emergency airside, on 9478 8500.

Airside

The part of the airport where there is no public access.

Air Traffic Control (ATC)

A branch within Airservices Australia that controls the movements of aircraft at a controlled aerodrome.

Airside Traffic Infringement Notice (ATIN)An infringement notice issued by an authorised person, following a breach of the Regulations for Driving Airside or Rules for Driving Airside as set out in the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook and Airside Drivers Pocketbook.

Airside Vehicle Control Handbook (AVCH)

The regulatory document under which an airport operator controls the access of vehicles on an aerodrome.

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Apron

The part of an airport used for the purpose of enabling passengers to board or disembark from aircraft loading or unloading cargo from aircraft, refuelling, parking or carrying out light maintenance on aircraft.

Authorised Escort OfficerAn ADA holder who accompanies a vehicle and accepts responsibility for its use airside. Authorisation for this must be given by Perth Airport, in writing.

Authority to Drive Airside (ADA)An ADA issued in accordance with Commonwealth Regulations, also called airside driver’s licence.

Authority to Use Airside (AUA)An authority issued in accordance with Commonwealth Regulations (e.g. airside vehicle registration).

Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)An identification card issued under regulation to authorised people requiring airside access.

Landside

That area of the airport that the public can access.

Low Visibility Operations

Procedures implemented by ATC and the aerodrome operator to restrict the number of aircraft and vehicles operating airside in reduced visibility conditions, typically fog.

Manoeuvring Area

That part of the airport used for the take-off, landing and taxiing of aircraft, excluding aprons and including taxiways and runways.

Markers

A physical structure used that defines a particular area or hazard, typically gable markers on a runway strip.

MarkingsA line, symbol or group of symbols displayed on the surface of the movement area to convey information.

Movement Area

Part of the airside infrastructure used for the ground movement of aircraft, including manoeuvring areas and aprons.


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Notice to Air Men (NOTAM)

A publication produced by Airservices Australia from the NOTAM office advising changes to physical and operating standards of the aerodrome licence.

Perth Airport Airport Operations Officer

A Perth Airport representative appointed by the Secretary of the Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure and Transport as an authorised person to enforce Commonwealth Regulations.

Perth Airport Pty Ltd (PAPL)

The owner and operator of land and infrastructure on the Perth Airport estate.

Runway Strip

An area on each side of the runway designed to reduce the risk of damage to an aircraft should it runoff.

Surface Movement Controller (SMC Perth Ground)

A position of Air Traffic Control that controls aircraft and vehicle movements on the manoeuvring area.

Taxiway Strip

An area on each side of the taxiway designed to ensure an obstacle free area for the safe taxiing of aircraft.

Legal requirements Regulations administered by the Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DOIT) and the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), require Perth Airport to regulate airside driving and airside vehicle control under the authority of the (control of on airport activities) Airports Regulations 1997, and the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998 and the Civil Aviation Regulations 1988.

There are also duties of care under the Occupational Health and Safety Act WA 1984 relating to the provision of a safe working environment. All people working airside must ensure their own safety, and the safety of others.

Any breach of the regulations, rules or standards and practices pertaining to airside driving or provisions for maintaining a safe work place, by either a sole operator, company or a company’s employees, will result in the withdrawal of the individual’s or company’s privileges to drive and/or operate airside at Perth Airport.

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Under the regulations, any person that does not follow the instructions given by an authorised person (PAPL employee) will be committing an offence under Section 6.1 of the Criminal Code.

Indemnity, insurance and airside licence agreementBefore you can drive or operate airside at Perth Airport you need to make sure that you, or your company, has indemnity and release or an airside licence agreement with Perth Airport.

One of the conditions of the indemnity and release or airside licence agreement is that you must have a minimum of $20 million cover for liabilities for death, personal injury or property damage incurred in connection with the use of vehicles or equipment airside. Drivers will be required to produce evidence that the insurance is current. For your own financial protection, it is essential that you carry insurance while operating airside.

Neither Perth Airport, nor any Approved Issuing Authority (AIA), will issue an Authority to Use Airside (AUA) unless these agreements and appropriate insurance are met. Where an insurance policy is cancelled, suspended or lapsed, the operator must cease to operate airside until the conditions in the release and/or airside licence agreement are met. Where an insurance policy is cancelled, suspended or lapsed, Perth Airport must be notified in writing immediately.



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AIRSIDE�SAFETY

Working around aircraftThe apron is the area for the parking and ground servicing of aircraft. It is also the area where passengers embark and disembark the aircraft.

The ground servicing of aircraft includes refuelling, baggage loading and unloading, provision of catering, cleaning services, aircraft engineering services and the loading and off-loading of passengers.

Special precautions must be taken when working around aircraft, for your safety and the safety of others.

There are strict regulations in place relating to interference with an aircraft - damage caused to an aircraft through contact of a vehicle or equipment may not be visually apparent. These should be immediately reported to the operator of the aircraft.

No access to, or contact with, an aircraft or its contents is permitted unless approved by the ground agent, handling company, airline, or an approved representative.

The parking of vehicles and handling equipment outside the designated equipment area represents a safety hazard to both aircraft and other traffic. Vehicles or equipment must not be parked or left in areas where they prevent other vehicles from moving forward and away, in case of an emergency. All vehicles left on the apron area must be able to be moved without delay.

No smoking Smoking is not permitted on any part of an apron, the baggage handling area or terminals. These conditions apply to people in or on a vehicle in these areas. No smoking signs have been posted in accordance with regulations and people identified as committing an offence under the regulations will be issued with a $110 on the spot infringement notice. Any person observing a breach of these regulations has the authority to report the matter to an authorised person (PAPL employee or Australian Federal Police Officer). Perth Airport takes breaches of these regulations seriously and will request further prosecution of alleged offenders, regardless of condition or pretext.

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Fire and explosion hazardsAnything that is a fire or explosion hazard is strictly prohibited airside. Hazardous tasks such as welding and gas cutting need special approvals, through application to PAPL.

During the refuelling of aircraft, a heavy concentration of fuel vapours can accumulate in the area around the aircraft. Conditions for operating motorised equipment and electronic devices within 15 metres of a refuelling aircraft are contained within Civil Aviation Order 20.9 issued under Civil Aviation Regulations 1988. No motorised vehicle or equipment should operate within 15 metres of the refuelling vehicle, aircraft filling point or vents during refuelling.

Fire extinguishers are provided on aircraft parking bays for the initial intervention of a fuel fire. CASA requires that all people involved in aircraft docking, ground servicing, engine starts and pushback operations are provided with fire extinguishing equipment and training for initial intervention of a fuel fire. Airside workers engaged in apron activities should ensure they have appropriate training for using this equipment.

A fire extinguisher is in use.

Emergency fuel stop switches and fire alarms are located on aircraft parking bays where hydrant refuelling is conducted. The emergency stops are clearly signposted. Please ensure you are familiar with the locations and how to activate the fuel emergency stops. In the event of a fuel spill during hydrant refuelling, the button should be pressed to stop the flow of fuel to the hydrant.



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If you see a hazard as a result of a fuel spill from hydrant refuelling operations, please use the emergency stop. Vacate the area immediately and ensuring all personnel in the vicinity also vacate the area.

Aircraft engine hazardsIt is dangerous to be near an aircraft when the engines are running. Turbine and propeller driven aircraft pose one of the greatest hazards to workers when operating airside, and special care must be taken when working around aircraft.

Turbine jet engines suck in large quantities of air through the front intake with massive force into a combustion chamber where the air is compressed and mixed with fuel and ignited. This force causes the exhaust gases to expel at speeds in excess of 1000 kph and at temperatures in excess of 1500 degrees celsius through the rear of the engine, creating thrust.

The effect caused by this thrust is commonly referred to as jet blast. The effects of jet blast can kill or cause serious injury to people. Other effects are usually the most common cause of injury or death where insecure equipment or foreign objects are picked up by the huge velocities and propelled at great speeds, causing severe damage to anything in their path.

Ingestion of foreign objects into aircraft engines occurs frequently. This is where the suction forces at the front of an engine can pick up objects, including people, from the ground and ingest them into the engine. The result can cause catastrophic failure of the engine and serious injury or death.



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Aircraft baggage container ingested into engine.

Parts may be thrown or forced from the engine at considerable velocities. The areas in front of and to the sides of turbine jet engines should never be approached by someone unauthorised.

Stay at least eight metres away from the intake and both sides of a running jet engine. When an engine is shut down, allow at least 30 seconds to let the intake velocity to subside and wait for appropriately trained staff to give the all clear before approaching the aircraft.

Propeller wash is the effect of air being forced by a propeller cutting the air and concentrating the directive forces to provide thrust. As with jet blast, propeller wash can cause objects to be impacted by the strong winds created. Propeller driven aircraft must be approached with extreme caution, whether the propellers are rotating or not. Even light breezes can cause propellers to spin and become a hazard.

At night or during low visibility under certain lighting conditions, propellers can appear to be motionless when actually rotating at very high speed. This is a strobe effect and should be considered before approaching any propeller aircraft.



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Foreign Object DebrisForeign Object Debris and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) occurs when loose material and debris on the movement area is sucked into aircraft engines or damages the tyres of aircraft.

Materials and equipment used in servicing aircraft have the potential to become FOD and cause damage or injury.

As an airside worker, you have a duty of care to preserve the safe operations of aircraft by reducing FOD.

Prevent FOD by ensuring all equipment is appropriately maintained and in good working order. If this is not the case, report it to a PAPL Airport Operations Officer on 9478 8424.

It has been estimated that FOD costs the aviation industry approximately $4 billion a year, and results in loss of life and injuries that could be prevented through removing FOD from the airfield.

FOD reduction tips:

• Use shadow boards or tagging for tools and equipment.

• Don’t stow loose materials where they can be deposited onto operational surfaces.

• Secure loads and equipment before entering apron areas.

• Properly dispose of load sheets and plastic bags.

• Be aware of items of baggage that can be easily damaged and deposited on aprons.

• Don’t sweep cargo debris onto the apron, use a rubbish bin.

• Secure all equipment appropriately.

• Use FOD bins and if they require emptying, report it to your supervisor.

• Drive an improvement plan in your work area, and arrange for weekly housekeeping inspections, acting on areas that require attention.

• Clean as you go and replace tools and equipment that are not in use. If you drop something, pick it up before it gets onto the airfield.

• If purchasing supplies, ask suppliers to reduce or remove packaging.

• Take pride in your work and remind others of what they can do to help reduce FOD.



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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

High visibility garments It is mandatory that people working airside wear high visibility garments. Servicing an aircraft usually involves a number of people and vehicles moving around parking bays. There are many other vehicles transiting the apron and apron roadways going to different parts of the airport. This happens day and night and in all weather. PPE enables people to make themselves as visible as possible to drivers, resulting in increased safety on the airfield.

Hearing protection Many aircraft have an Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), which produces power and compressed air for systems on the aircraft. The APU often operates when the aircraft is parked and sounds similar to a normal jet engine running. You must always wear ear protectors when you are in the vicinity of an aircraft with its APU or main engines operating.

If you do not use ear protection, you risk impairing your hearing. This may happen gradually and cannot be cured.

You need to remember that when you are wearing ear protectors, your hearing ability is reduced and cannot be relied upon to warn you of approaching danger. You should compensate for this by keeping a look out around you.



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Fuel and oil spillsThe ACC must be notified in the event of any fuel, oil or other hazardous material spill on the airport by phoning 9478 8572.

Emergencies are reported to 9478 8500. Following notification from the ACC, a PAPL Airport Operations Officer will attend to assess the spill and undertake clean-up requirements. Oil spills or any other kind of pollution on the apron must be cleaned immediately. To prevent the spill spreading, aircraft and vehicles must not be driven through the affected area.

The person responsible for the source of the pollution is responsible for completely cleaning the problem. This responsibility does not cease when assistance is called.

Fire alarms will alert the Aviation Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) service to fires on the airport precinct, and they will arrive on the scene within minutes. You should always remain on the scene until assistance has arrived and provide information to the officer in charge.

Other spills, including sewage or wastewater, must be treated in accordance with the Health (Treatment of Sewage and Disposal of Effluent and Liquid Waste) Regulations 1974 and PAPL’s Environmental Management Plan.

Fuel and oil spill clean up vehicle.



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Accident and incident reportingWhen working airside, any incidents that you witness or are

involved in, must be reported to the ACC on 9478 8572, or if it is an emergency call 9478 8500. The following must be reported:

• All emergencies.

• Spillages of fuel, oil or other hazardous materials.

• Damage to aircraft.

• All vehicle accidents.

• Personal injuries.

• Damage to airport infrastructure.

• Items found of a suspect nature.

You must report any accidents to the ACC by calling 9478 8572 or to a PAPL Airport Operations Officer on 9478 8424.

A vehicle incident needs to be reported when it:

• Causes personal injury

• Causes property damage to a value greater than $1,000 or involves PAPL in litigation.

Airport Control Centre, located at the international precinct at Perth Airport.



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DRIVING�AIRSIDE

Authority to Drive AirsideAll people driving airside must undergo training and assessment to the level of competency required by Perth Airport for issue of an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA). An ADA issued by Perth Airport or other Authorised Issuing Authority will identify the level of competency assessed and areas of approved operations through the category of ADA issued to that person.

The issue of an ADA confirms that a person is competent to drive safely airside for the area for which the ADA has been issued.

It does not assess that driver’s competency to operate a motor vehicle or equipment. These licences and certificates must be obtained in accordance with the regulatory bodies that issue them under State, Territory or Commonwealth legislation.

You must hold the relevant class of State driver’s licence and appropriate certification to drive or operate that class of vehicle or equipment airside.

The issue of an ADA does not authorise a person to access privately leased facilities unless approved by the lessee or airport operator. This includes aircraft parking areas and aprons.

A Perth Airport Safety vehicle.

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Categories of Authority to Drive AirsideThere are four categories of Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) that can be issued at Perth Airport. The category of ADA that you apply for will depend on the access required to perform your duties. Perth Airport may issue special categories or variations of these to suit specific requirements.

Conditions for use and description of valid ADAs

Category 1 – Access/Egress via Gate 14 only.

Areas of operation:• T1 service road and tunnel ending at Bay 50• Northern Perimeter Road to the ARFF facility and

Gate 5 only.NOTE: Operations beyond Bay 50 to Gate 1 are not available.

1Category 2 – Access/Egress via Gate 1, 4 and 14 only (or as approved by Perth Airport).

Areas of operation:• all marked apron roadways• aircraft parking areas for the purpose of servicing

aircraft (areas not marked by a roadway)• Northern Perimeter Road

This is shown as a number 2 on an ADA card.

NOTE : Drivers must not deviate from marked roadways unless involved in the servicing of aircraft or under the instruction of an Authorised Officer.

NB: Category 2 ADAs issued by AIAs other than Perth Airport will comply to the areas of operation as stated. Cards may vary AIA, but must reference the category of authority and any restrictions.

Perth Airport may issue certain variations of Category 2 (such as 2.5 for use of otherwise operationally restricted areas, where access to the manoeuvring area is not required).

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2.5Category 3 – As above plus taxiways and taxilanes for the repositioning of aircraft or servicing of facilities. Category 3 operators must hold a valid Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency.

NOTE: Category 3 drivers CANNOT cross or enter a runway unless specifically endorsed on the card issued by Perth Airport

In addition to this, Category 3 drivers are not authorised to drive on the Southern Perimeter Road.

3Must be issued by Perth Airport

Category 4 – As per Category 2 and 3.

• all taxiways• all runways

Category 4 operators must hold a valid Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency.

NOTE: Perth Airport may apply restrictions as endorsed on a holder’s card.

In addition to this, Category 4 drivers are not authorised to drive on the Southern Perimeter Road.

4Must be issued by Perth Airport



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Applying for Authority to Drive AirsideIf you are directly employed by one of the Approved Issuing Authorities (AIA) or their subsidiaries, then they may issue you with a Category 1 or 2 ADA.

Perth Airport Pty Ltd is responsible for the issuance of all other ADAs at Perth Airport.

Regardless of the Authorised Issuing Authority you must:

• Hold a valid Australian State or Territory drivers’ licence and comply with any conditions of that licence while driving airside (valid International licences are accepted on approval by PAPL).

• Be familiar with the airport layout and have been an observer, or driver, under instruction in a vehicle airside for a minimum of:

− Category 1 and 2 - 4 hours under instruction

− Category 3 and 4 - 8 hours (2 hours at night) under instruction

People instructing must be a valid ADA holder for the area, valid ASIC holder and an experienced airside driver. The trainee must drive under instruction and supervision of the instructor.

• Ensure you are familiar with the contents of this Airside Drivers pocketbook.

• Complete the training and familiarisation section contained in the training log on completion of each session, shown at the back of this pocketbook. This must be signed and endorsed by an approved manager or supervisor. Submit a completed and appropriately endorsed ADA application form to Perth Airport or other AIA including evidence of:

− Valid driver’s licence

− Valid ASIC for PAPL

− Completed log book

− Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency (Cat 3 and 4).

Drivers’ licenceYour ADA is only valid if you hold a current State or international drivers’ licence. The minimum category you must have is a car licence (Category C in Western Australia). If your State or international drivers’ licence is cancelled or suspended for any reason, you are not permitted to drive airside.

It is important to understand that unlike a State drivers’ licence, your ADA does not have any endorsements to operate different vehicles



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or categories of equipment. It simply endorses you to drive in certain areas of the airport. Specialist training and endorsements for different vehicle categories must be obtained from your employer, who must be satisfied that you are competent to operate a particular type of vehicle, before permitting you to do so.

Probationary and Extraordinary DriversIf your State drivers’ licence is subject to a period of probation or you have been issued with an extraordinary licence, Perth Airport will require your employer to provide evidence of acceptance for liability incurred by your employer’s insurance company.

Re-testing requirements and renewalsBefore your ADA expires, you must undergo refresher training and retesting if you need to continue driving after the expiry date. This should be arranged with the appropriate Approved Issuing Authority. It remains the driver’s responsibility to ensure they have a valid ADA.

Do not drive airside if your ADA has expired.

You will incur a penalty of $550 and will be held personally liable for any damage or injuries sustained or caused while under suspension, cancellation or expiry of your ADA.

Category 1 and 2 ADAs are valid for a maximum period of 2 years.

Category 3 and 4 ADAs are valid for a maximum period of 1 year.

It is the responsibility of the ADA holder to ensure they renew their ADA prior to expiry, in all cases.

Driver currencyIt is important as an airside driver you maintain currency and situational awareness. If you have been away from the airside environment for some time, when you return you should ensure you have undertaken a familiarisation of the airside environment. Your employer should ensure this occurs as part of airside safety management.

Demerit point systemThere is a demerit point system for driving contrary to the rules contained in the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook. Breaches of regulations within the Airports (Control of On-Airports Activities) Regulations 1997 also contain monetary fines against individuals or the operators of vehicles.



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Demerit points are issued and recorded against your ADA if you breach a rule. More serious incidents will result in Perth Airport withdrawing your ADA altogether, irrespective of the AIA. It may be withdrawn temporarily or, in some cases, permanently. The demerit point penalties are contained in the rear of this pocketbook.

Authority for Use AirsideThe airside operation of vehicles must be approved by the issuing of an Authority for Use Airside (AUA). The Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure and Transport (DOIT) regulations for the control of on airport activities permits Perth Airport to issue AUAs.

It is a condition of an AUA that the vehicle must be operated airside only in accordance with:

• The rules set out in the Perth Airport Airside Vehicle Control Handbook, including any rules regarding the use of radio communications equipment or other signalling equipment.

• Any other conditions of the AUA.

• Any directions of a PAPL Airport Operations Officer.

Perth Airport can only issue an AUA for an area if the applicant can demonstrate an operational need for the vehicle to operate in the area on a frequent and unescorted basis.

The applicant must also ensure that:

• The operation of the vehicle will comply with the requirements of this pocketbook and with all laws, rules, standards and directions including, where applicable, Civil Aviation Orders and Air Traffic Control directions relating to the operation of vehicles in the area.

• Appropriate procedures are in place to minimise potential fire hazards within vehicles, especially those which are to operate within 15 metres of an aircraft fuel tank opening or vent outlet during fuelling or de-fuelling.

• The vehicle is maintained in good working order and satisfies Western Australian vehicle roadworthiness regulations or, if applicable, industry standards and/or International Air Transport Association (IATA) specifications.



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Approved Issuing AuthorityPerth Airport Pty Ltd issues Category 1, 2, 3 and 4 ADAs for use at Perth Airport.

On request for authorisation, Perth Airport may approve a company as an Approved Issuing Authority (AIA). An AIA other than Perth Airport may only issue Category 1 or Category 2 ADAs. The conditions under which an AIA may issue ADAs are contained in the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook.

Accessing airside

Gate 4 (domestic precinct)Gate 4 is a staffed airside access control point and is operational 24 hours a day. When required to access the airside via Gate 4, you must stop and show your ASIC and ADA to the Access Control Officer on duty. You may also be requested to show your State drivers’ licence. The Access Control Officer will check the vehicle’s AUA for validity.

When exiting airside, the gate will open automatically. You do not have to wait for it to close before driving on.

Gate 4.

Gate 1 (international precinct)Gate 1 is a staffed airside access control point, access is operational 24 hours a day. When entering airside, stop and show your ASIC and ADA to the Access Control Officer. You may also be requested to show your State drivers’ licence. The Access Control Officer will check the vehicle’s Authority for Use Airside.

When exiting airside, the gate will open automatically. You do not have to wait for it to close before driving on.



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Gate 1 only has one entry and exit point. Remember to be courteous and do not block the gate.

Gate 1.

Cargo Gate 14 (international precinct)Cargo Gate 14 is a staffed airside access control point, and is operational 24 hours a day.

When entering airside, stop and show your ASIC and ADA to the Access Control Officer. You may also be requested to show your Western Australian drivers’ licence. The Access Control Officer will check the vehicle’s AUA.

Gate 14.

Other access areasA number of companies on the airport have their own airside access gates for vehicles. They are responsible for ensuring that these access gates are kept secure at all times.

If you are entering or exiting airside through one of these gates, you must make sure it is closed and secure before you drive on. Never leave a gate open or unlocked. You must also make sure that you have a current ASIC and ADA and the vehicle has been registered for airside use. All visitors must obtain and display a visitors pass and be accompanied at all times.



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Some gates have a number of padlocks on them placed in series. Take care not to bypass any of the padlocks when re-locking gates as it may be required for emergency access. If PAPL finds that a critical lock has been bypassed, the offending padlock will be destroyed and removed.

Vehicle inspectionsAs part of the commitment to aviation security, PAPL Airport Operations Officers and approved Security Officers may request a driver to stop at an access gate or airside and request the driver to cooperate while a random security inspection is conducted.

Operating airsideMoving aircraft always have priority over vehicles and other ground traffic. This applies whether the aircraft is moving under its own power or being towed.

The following restrictions also apply:

• Do not drive in front of, or behind, an aircraft with its red anti-collision beacons active.

• Give way to pedestrians. Never drive across a pedestrian walkway when passengers are using the walkway. Take an alternative route or wait until all passengers are clear.

• Vehicles with height (typically catering trucks) are not permitted to reverse on the apron, unless a reversing guide is provided.

• Bicycles must not be ridden on any airside area at any time unless approved by PAPL in writing.

• Vehicles are not permitted to overtake when operating on apron roadways.

Remember to give way to aircraft at all times and maintain constant situational awareness.



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Speed limitsSpeed limits are in place for your safety and the safety of others. Drive according to the conditions, remembering that in many situations you should be driving well below the speed limit. Slippery pavements, heavy loads, poor visibility and busy roadways are examples where it will be appropriate to slow down.

Aprons and apron roadways 25kph or as marked

Perimeter Roads 40kph or as signposted

Within 15m of an aircraft 10kph

Baggage handling areas 10kph or as signposted or marked

Marked speed limit on airside roadway.

Emergency vehiclesEmergency vehicles have right of way when responding to an emergency. Emergency vehicles, including ARFF, Perth Airport Operations and AFP vehicles, must be permitted unrestricted access to their destination when responding to an incident. Vehicles will display rotating beacons when responding to an emergency. Vehicles not involved with an emergency response must remain well clear of the incident site.

Emergency vehicle.



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Domestic apron roadwaysThere is a designated airside roadway across the domestic apron. When required to operate on the domestic apron area, you must follow the marked apron roads. In the case of the main roadway, the edges of the roadway are marked by the parking clearance line and white lines. Terminal access roadways are marked by white lines. When using the roadways, the following must be observed:

• The speed limit is 25 kph unless otherwise indicated by a sign or marking.

• For a large part of the roadway, you are driving between the aircraft parking bays and the adjacent taxiway. Aircraft have to cross the roadway to enter and exit a parking bay, and you must give way to all aircraft.

• When on the roadways, you must give way to aircraft pushback tugs and personnel returning to the parking area of aprons.

• Pay particular attention to aircraft anti-collision beacons. Do not drive behind or in front of an aircraft while the beacon is operating. The only aircraft a vehicle is permitted to pass behind when the beacons are still flashing are Fokker 50 aircraft, on the domestic apron.

• Unless directly involved in the servicing of an aircraft on a bay, you must use the marked roadways for traversing the apron.

Stop sign on taxiway road crossing.

• Where white edge lines of the road turn into red and white chequered markings (referred to as zippers), you are entering an active taxiway or taxilane. You must stay clear of this part of the roadway when aircraft are using the taxiway. Follow the instructions painted on the roadway. In some locations you will need to come to a complete stop and check the taxiway before proceeding.



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Zipper markings on an apron.

Additional give way markings have been provided on the apron roadway to assist drivers maintain appropriate clearances as aircraft arrive or pushback on certain bays. These markings also provide a warning for drivers to ensure they are aware of any potential movements before proceeding. In some situations, larger aircraft parked on the apron may block vision of the movement of an aircraft on an adjacent bay.

International Terminal roadwayThere is a marked airside roadway adjacent to the International Terminal and runs under the aerobridges between Bay 50 and Bay 56. When using this portion of the airside road, the following conditions must be observed:

• The speed limit is 25 kph unless otherwise indicated by a sign or marking.

• Pay attention to ramp equipment and tug activity, on either side of the road.

• Pay attention to ramp equipment exiting the baggage make- up area between Bay 51, Bay 52 and Bay 53.

• Bay 60, Bay 61 and Bay 61A are on the northern side of the international apron, and must be accessed using the slip road from the Northern Perimeter Road. Do not cross the taxilane. This area can only be accessed by Category 3 or 4 ADA holders, or approved special Category 2 holders.

• Beware of the low level access under the aerobridges, which have a maximum height of 4 metres.



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Clearance under aerobridges.

Terminal 2 (T2) roadwayThere is a marked apron roadway providing access between Gate 1 and the T2 apron. This roadway crosses several taxiway entrances to the T2 apron and drivers should be aware of the zipper markings and give way to aircraft at all times.

Zipper marking across a taxiway entrance.

Northern Perimeter RoadVehicles crossing the aircraft approach areas on the Northern Perimeter Road (the approaches to Runways 21 and 24) must not exceed 3.8 metres in height and must maintain a minimum speed of 10 kph. Signs mark these restricted zones. If you are driving anything larger or slower, then you must seek permission from a PAPL Airport Operations Officer via the Airport Control Centre by calling 9478 8572. An escort or alternate route will be provided, where possible.

There are several taxiway crossings on the Northern Perimeter Road. You must stop at each crossing, give way to any aircraft or vehicle either on or about to enter the taxiway, and then proceed with caution.



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Taxiway Romeo crossing

A helicopter aiming zone is located on the intersection of Taxiway Whiskey and Taxiway Romeo, and this area is marked by blue cones. Vehicles crossing at Taxiway Romeo must remain alert to helicopters taxiing.

General Aviation taxilane

The General Aviation (GA) taxilane may be accessed by Category 2 ADA holders. When operating on the GA taxilane, no marked roadway is provided. Drivers must drive along the central portion of the taxilane and not across leased areas or aircraft parking areas. Drivers must give way to aircraft on the taxilane and parked aircraft preparing to enter the taxilane. When driving along the central portion of the taxilane, a driver’s ability to observe aircraft is greatly improved.

Rules driving around aircraftThe apron is the area of the airport where aircraft are normally parked when not in use. It is also the area where:

• aircraft are serviced and refuelled.

• passengers embark and disembark aircraft.

• cargo and baggage is loaded and unloaded.

Special precautions must be observed when working around aircraft, both for your safety and the safety of passengers travelling on the aircraft. Damage caused to parked aircraft may not only result in expensive repairs and delays, it can also lead to serious accidents. If you are servicing an aircraft, you must have specific training provided by the airline or its representative.

The following clearances must be maintained between your vehicle and an aircraft at all times:

• 3 metres from a parked aircraft except when servicing that aircraft.

• 15 metres from a refuelling vehicle, fuelling points and vents when aircraft are being refuelled.

• 15 metres when using mobile phones, cameras or electronic equipment (unless they are certified as intrinsically safe and subject to exemption by CASA).

• No access to, or contact with, an aircraft or its contents is permitted unless approved by the ground handling company, pilot-in-command, airline or its representatives.

Further detail on regulatory requirements of vehicle operations are contained in the Civil Aviation Order 20.9.



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Aircraft anti-collision beaconsWhen aircraft have their anti-collision lights activated it indicates the aircraft is about to start engines, has its engines running or is about to move. The anti-collision lights are the flashing red lights located on top, and in most cases underneath, the aircraft fuselage. This is a signal to keep clear of the aircraft bay and give way to the aircraft.

Do not approach or pass behind an aircraft while driving or on foot while the beacons are operating. Be cautious that engines and wheel assemblies may obstruct the view of the beacon as you approach an aircraft.

A number of smaller aircraft may only have one anti-collision light which can be difficult to see. If you are unsure, stay well clear and look for other signs of the aircraft preparing to move.

The view of the ground from the aircraft cockpit is usually restricted. Drivers and others airside must stay clear whenever aircraft are moving. Often pilots of Boeing 747 aircraft cannot see objects on the ground within 30 metres of the nose of the aircraft.

Fokker 50 aircraft rulesThe only exception to this rule is passing behind a Fokker 50 aircraft on the domestic apron roadway. If the anti-collision beacon is operating and the Ground Power Unit (GPU) is positioned at the front of the aircraft then you may proceed. If there is no GPU present, then stop and leave ample room for the Fokker 50 to turn around and taxi.

Fokker 50 aircraft with a ground power unit.



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Arriving aircraftFor arriving aircraft, all personnel and equipment must remain well clear until the aircraft comes to a standstill, the engines have been completely shut down and anti-collision beacons have been turned off.

The only exemptions is for Fokker 50 aircraft. When the aircraft has come to a complete stop on the bay, then you may pass behind it even if the anti-collision beacons are still flashing.

The following may indicate that an aircraft is arriving:

• A marshaller or engineer may be standing at the bay.

• The aerobridge should show a green light when viewed from the direction from where the aircraft is approaching.

• Personnel, vehicles and equipment may be located either side of the bay.

On the domestic apron, be aware of aircraft entering the apron from the taxiways, ensuring that the line of sight between the pilot and the marshaller is not broken. Aircraft can access the aprons by a variety of routes dependant on which runway is in use, and the bay they have been allocated. You must ensure that you constantly monitor the activities of aircraft entering the apron areas and avoid crossing in front of aircraft.

Aircraft entering the apron areas can access the aprons by a variety of routes, depending on which runway is in use and the bay they have been allocated. You must ensure that you constantly monitor the activities of aircraft entering the apron areas and avoid crossing in front of aircraft.

Departing aircraftAircraft preparing for departure require manoeuvring from the parking position to a taxilane or taxiway. This can be achieved by a number of methods.

Aircraft pushback tugs

Aircraft may be pushed back into the apron taxiway by a tug connected to the nose gear of the aircraft. This is the most common method used by operators. Prior to pushback, the crew remain in constant radio contact with the aircraft crew and tug driver. When approval for a pushback is given by Air Traffic Control, the aircrew will activate the anti-collision beacons and the pushback engineers conduct a visual inspection of the area behind the aircraft to ensure no vehicles or equipment are in the



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vicinity. On confirmation of a clear path, engineers will instruct the tug driver to commence the pushback and continue to monitor and ensure a clear path for the aircraft. The driver of the tug has restricted visibility due to the nose gear and main gear hampering their line of sight. In the event the pushback is interrupted by a driver failing to observe the aircraft, the engineers need to instruct the tug driver to stop the pushback. In some cases, this can cause serious damage to the aircraft and other equipment along with the possibility of injury to passengers and crew on the aircraft.

Power push unitsExtra care should be taken when approaching aircraft that use power push units, rather than a pushback tug, as they can be harder to see. The unit is positioned behind the main gear of the aircraft.

B737 aircraft with attached power push unit.

Power out positions

A number of bays on the aprons provide aircraft with the option to power into a parking position and then be powered out of the parking bay under the aircraft’s power. Extreme caution must be used in the vicinity of these bays. The majority of these positions have been provided for the aircraft operated by Skywest, Q400 aircraft operated by Qantaslink and small private aircraft. You must ensure ample clearance for the aircraft to turn and taxi. During this manoeuvre, the aircraft will encroach onto the apron roadway and drivers must give way.

While operating on an apron area, you must continually monitor activity on each bay. Where an aircraft’s beacon is activated, you must not pass behind the aircraft.

The following are some indications that an aircraft is preparing for pushback:

• All doors will be closed

• No equipment is being loaded on to the aircraft.



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• Tug is hooked up to the aircraft or power unit connected to the main gear.

• If departing from an aerobridge position, the aerobridge will be retracted or stairs clear of the aircraft.

• An engineer positioned at the front of the aircraft awaiting pushback clearance.

If delays to the pushback are apparent following the anti-collision beacons being activated and engines have not been started, the pushback engineers will indicate to drivers waiting that it is safe to pass behind. This is the only time you may pass when an aircraft’s beacon is activated.

Equipment parkingParking of vehicles and handling equipment outside the designated areas on the apron represents a safety hazard to aircraft and other vehicular traffic.

A solid red line with the words Equipment Storage marked on the pavement delineates the storage areas.

Equipment storage markings

Equipment clearance markings, indicated by a red dashed line, show the clearance limitations to the critical aircraft arriving or departing a bay. All equipment and personnel must remain behind this marking during aircraft arrivals or departures.

Ensure that equipment is secure and cannot be blown away by high winds. Apply brakes to the equipment and string together single dollies, particularly if they have containers on them which can catch the wind.

During aircraft servicing, vehicles or handling equipment must not be parked or left in places where they might prevent other vehicles from moving forward and away in case of an emergency.



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Towing restrictionsThe number of trailers you can tow on the aprons and airside roads is restricted, and shown in the table below.

Be conscious of the driving conditions. It may be appropriate to reduce the number of trailers even further depending on other factors that can reduce your braking capability, including the tow vehicle, weight of the load and wet or slippery pavements.

Maximum number of container dollies that can be towed.

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Maximum number of baggage barrows that can be towed.

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Maximum number of pallet trailers or low profiles that can be towed.

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Seats and seatbeltsYou must not travel in a vehicle or any other equipment unless a seat is provided. Seatbelts, where provided, should be worn at all times in vehicles or on equipment.

Safety escortsIf you do not hold an ADA, or are unfamiliar with the airport, you may still take your vehicle airside if escorted; you hold an ASIC or Visitor Pass and a legitimate reason to be airside.

Vehicles requiring a safety escort will be met by a PAPL Airport Operations Officer or other authorised person and will be escorted to their destination. To arrange an airside safety escort, contact Gate 4 by calling 9478 8425.

Vehicles under a safety escort are required to display the escort card prominently on the front windscreen.



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When escorted airside, you must follow the safety escort vehicle at all times and obey all instructions. When your work is complete, you must be escorted back. Do not attempt to drive back yourself.

Unless otherwise approved by a PAPL Airport Operations Officer, only approved PAPL Operations staff are permitted to escort vehicles.

Night drivingNight driving presents its own considerations. The airside area can look very different at night, and it is easy to become disoriented. You need to be sure where you are and where you are going. Some of the painted markings delineating roadways can be harder to see at night, particularly if the pavement is wet.

You should use your vehicle lights so that you can clearly be seen by others. Dipped headlights are sufficient on aprons. In some of the more remote areas of the airport, and those where flood lighting is poor, a hazard beacon (flashing or rotating) may be used.

High beam lights should never be selected while on approaching aprons.

You will also need to be particularly careful of others, including passengers, not wearing high visibility garments.

Poor visibility or low visibility conditionsDuring periods of reduced visibility, only essential vehicles are permitted to operate on the movement area. These will generally be restricted to PAPL Airport Operations Officers and ARFF. All other vehicles must be escorted by a PAPL Airport Operations Officer.

Any vehicles operating during low visibility operations should use extreme caution when operating near aircraft on apron areas. You should consider using any or all of your vehicle lights, including hazard beacons, flashing hazard lights and dipped headlights.

During poor and low visibility conditions, it is easy to become lost. Take care navigating around the airport and if you get lost, stay where you are and contact your company or the ACC immediately by calling 9478 8572.

Perth Airport will implement other restrictions under periods of Low Visibility Procedures at Perth Airport that may include restricted access and operations on apron areas.



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Visual aids for drivers

Apron markingsAircraft parking clearance lines are marked by yellow/red/yellow lines, and delineates aprons from taxiways or taxilanes. Stay behind these lines when an aircraft is taxiing, ensuring that the aircraft is not going to turn into a bay where you are parked.

Equipment storage areas indicate the boundary of an area where vehicles, plant or equipment can be stored or serviced and may be left unattended.

Equipment clearance lines are used on congested aprons to indicate to drivers of service vehicles that the area beyond is to be kept clear while an aircraft is manoeuvring to a parked position.

Passenger walkways are marked by white lines and are provided to minimise the risk of injury to passengers. Do not drive through passenger walkways during the embarking or disembarking of passengers or crew. Drivers are not permitted to drive if cones are marking a walkway.



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Typical apron markings

Aircraft taxi guidance lines (lead-in lines) provide guidance for the aircraft as it approaches a parking area.

Lead-in line designators are located on a lead-in line and provide bay guidance to a parking position, and may contain further information such as aircraft type limitations.

Stop lines and keyholes provide the position for aircraft to park on the apron.

Pushback markings are provided as guidance for tug operators to align the aircraft into a taxilane when pushing the aircraft. At Perth Airport, these lines are provided for central alignment for the main landing gear of the aircraft being pushed. Where not provided, the lead-in lines may be used as guidance for the pushback aligned with the nose gear of the aircraft being pushed.



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Aerobridge ‘Keep Clear’ ZonesAerobridges at the Domestic Terminals are all apron drive bridges and have the ability to manoeuvre to dock with an aircraft. It is important to ensure no equipment is positioned where it can obstruct the travel of an apron drive bridge, these areas are marked – KEEP CLEAR.

An aerobridge, airside at Perth Airport.



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Aerodrome markers and lighting

Unserviceable areas by day are marked white with red. Do not drive through these areas.

A works area limit is delineated by orange witches hats. Do not drive through these areas.

Helicopter apron edges are represented by blue circles. Do not enter the area marked by these circles without approval from Air Traffic Control.

Standard road markings are used around the airside and must be adhered to.

Taxiway and apron edges are marked by yellow cones. These are used to delineate minor aircraft parking areas.

Emergency markers are used to mark a route for emergency vehicles.

Unserviceability areas are shown by a red light. These are only used at night and drivers are not permitted to drive through the areas.



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Aircraft towing

ProceduresProcedures for towing of aircraft at Perth Airport must be developed and managed by the operator in charge of aircraft towing. Perth Airport will review the adequacy of the operator’s documented procedures to meet the requirements of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations Part 139. Perth Airport has produced guidelines for operators to be used when developing procedures for the lighting of aircraft and tow vehicles.

Areas of operationAirside operators conducting towing operations at Perth Airport must ensure the following prerequisites are met for the areas of towing operations.

Aprons• Minimum Category 2 ADA.

• AUA registered vehicle must meet IATA (or appropriate standards) and must be fitted with appropriate communications for contacting ATC and; appropriate vehicle lighting.

• Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency, for personnel making contact with Air Traffic Services.

• Appropriately trained and competent personnel, which are certified by an operator.

• Communications between driver and brake operator.

Taxiways• As above, as well as Category 3 ADA.

Runways• As above, as well as a Category 4 ADA for Taxiways and

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Considerations for towing aircraftDrivers must consider the following when towing aircraft:

• Vehicle lighting

− Intensity and positioning of beacons on tugs

• Aircraft lighting

− Anti-collision beacons

− Navigation lights

− Strobes

− Decal (logo) lighting

• Tow tractors

− Fuel levels

− Equipment condition

− No loose equipment

− Communications

Operators should consider a standard checklist for all tow equipment in their procedures.

The table below identifies the minimum requirements for lighting of tugs and aircraft under tow. Operators are encouraged to exceed these requirements, where possible.

The table below identifies the minimum requirements for lighting of tugs and aircraft under tow.

APRONS AND TAXILANES

TUG/TOW VEHICLE AIRCRAFT

Day Amber beacon (360 degrees)

Anti-collision beacon

Night Amber beacon (360 degrees)

Anti-collision beacon and navigational lights

Low visibility conditions (at discretion of ATC procedures)

Amber beacon (360 degrees)

(Note 1)

TWYS AND RWYS (Note 2)

TUG/TOW VEHICLE AIRCRAFT

Day Amber beacon (360 degrees)


Night Amber beacon (360 degrees)


Low visibility conditions (at discretion of ATC procedures)

Amber beacon (360) (Note 1)



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Note 1 – When an aircraft is being towed during low visibility, it must display lights which would be required when flying, including navigation lights. Logo lights will usually be of assistance to ATC.

Note 2 – When crossing or operating on runways, strobe lighting should be activated.

Note 3 – No towbars are to enter the manouvering area unless being used for the purpose of towing an aircraft.

Route planningConsideration must be given to the route when relocating or repositioning aircraft. Where ATC provides an alternate route, drivers may be directed to areas which are not permitted to drive through the level of the drivers ADA.

Restrictions to tow operationsRestrictions to aircraft towing apply at Perth Airport. These include restrictions to operators, regardless of the Category of ADA they hold or approvals given by ATC.

Taxiway Hotel 3A junction area exists where Taxiway Hotel 3 and the domestic apron between Taxiway Delta and Taxiway Bravo. Aircraft under tow must give way to free moving aircraft, unless otherwise instructed by ATC.

Taxiway Hotel 4The strip width of Taxiway Hotel 4 meets the standards of a Code C taxiway for normal taxiing and towing operations. To meet the requirements of Code E aircraft with a wingspan of up to 65 metres (under tow only to 600 series bays), the strip section of the taxiway must be inspected by an authorised PAPL Airport Operations Officer prior to any towing of aircraft above a Code C (Code C B738; A321).



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Runway awarenessAs a Category 1 or 2 ADA driver you are not authorised to operate on or near a runway. It is important you are aware of runway markings and lights, should you become lost on the movement area.

RunwaysPaint markings, signs and lights indicate the proximity of a runway.

When you see the following lines, lights and signs you are approaching a runway. Do not proceed past this point without a Category 4 ADA and Air Traffic Control approval.

Runway holding position is shown with double solid and double dashed yellow line. This is the entry to a runway.

Runway guard lights are elevated yellow flashing lights and are on permanently indicating entry to a runway.

Movement Area Guidance Sign (MAGS) are red movement area guidance signs with white numbers. These indicate entry to a runway.

Direction signs show the current position and direction on a taxiway.

Runway gable markers show the edge of the runway strip. At no point while driving as a Category 1 or 2 ADA should you drive near these markers. If you do, move off the pavement and wait for assistance.



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Light signals from Air Traffic Control In the event you find yourself on a taxiway or runway and have no contact with ATC, then ATC may flash the taxiway or runway’s lights on and off. YOU MUST MOVE OFF THE PAVED AREA AND THEN LOOK TO THE CABIN AREA OF THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER.

THE AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER MAY SIGNAL YOU BY DIRECTING LIGHT SIGNALS WITH THE FOLLOWING MEANINGS.

STEADY RED - stop immediately.

RED FLASHES - move off the runway or taxiway and watch for aircraft.

GREEN FLASHES - permission to cross a runway or to move to a taxiway.

WHITE FLASHES - vacate this area in accordance with instructions.

Remember

Your safety is important to us and as a holder of an ADA you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others. Here are some safety points to remember.

Aircraft have the right of way, and it is important you understand the environment is an aerodrome. The road system on this aerodrome will take you behind and around aircraft. You must remain observant at all times. Know where you are, as the airfield is a complex environment.

Category 1 and 2 ADA drivers are NOT allowed to drive on taxiways or runways. There is no problem in asking for help. Call the PAPL Senior Operations Officer by calling 9478 8424 for assistance.

If you become lost, stop where you are. Someone will come by to assist you.

See and be seen

Remember you must always wear high visibility clothing at when airside. Other PPE should be worn, as required, by your company’s Standard Operating Procedures or Safe Working Procedures.


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Contact numbers

Airport Control Centre (ACC) Emergency contact

9478 8500

General 9478 8572

Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Service (Emergency) 9478 8690

Senior PAPL Airport Operations Officer 9478 8424 0419 1957 90

Gate 4 (domestic precinct) 9478 8425

ASIC Office 9478 8454

T1 CSS 9478 8501

T2 CSS 6278 8260

T3 CSS 9478 8610

Airside Operations Manager 9478 8439

Manager Airside Safety 9478 8441

Security Operations Manager 9478 8422


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TRAINEE NAME TRAINER NAME SUPERVISORS SIGNATURE

AEROBRIDGES - RED CLEARANCE AREAS – HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS

EMERGENCY VEHICLE PRIORITY

APRON EDGE MARKINGS/LIGHTING

SPEED LIMITS

- APRONS

- BAGGAGE MAKE-UP AREAS

- SERVICE ROADS/TUNNELS

- PERIMETER ROADS

- WITHIN 15M OF AIRCRAFT

LOW VISIBILITY PROCEDURES

CATEGORY 3 - as Category 2 +

ASMGCS

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY LAYOUT

HOLDING POINTS – RUNWAY/TAXIWAY

RADIO FREQUENCIES

GROUND 121.7

TOWER 120.50

ATIS – 123.8

NOTAMS – ACCESS/UNDERSTANDING

MAG SIGNS – MANDATORY/INFORMATION

RADIO PROCEDURES – ACCESS TO TAXIWAYS

TOWER LIGHT SIGNALS

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY MARKINGS – CENTRELINE/EDGE

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY LIGHTING

TAXIWAY STRIPS

PUSHBACK LIMIT/DISCONNECT POINTS

LOW VIS RESTRICTIONS

CATEGORY 4 – as Category 3 + ADA

TAXIWAYS & RUNWAY CROSSINGS/ACCESS - DAY and NIGHT

LIGHTING

MARKINGS


RWY STRIPS

NAVAIDS

ILS – GLIDE PATH/LOCALISER - CLEARANCES


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Trainee checklist

COMPANY: SUPERVISOR’S NAME AND CONTACT DETAILS:

TRAINING APPLICANT’S NAME AND CONTACT: SUPERVISOR’S CAT LIC/ADA NUMBER/EXPIRY

This checklist can be used by trainers and trainees as a guide to topics that may be tested. The following topics should be covered, but are by no means limited to those listed.


CATEGORY 1 ADA Category 1 applicants should ensure they are familiar with Category 2 operations for general airside safety.

ACCESS – GATE 14, GATE 1

NORTHERN PERIMETER AND BOUNDARIES OF ACCESS – ARFF and BoM

T1 SERVICE ROAD AND TUNNEL – CLEAR DEFINITION OF MARKED ROADWAY

CATEGORY 2

GEOGRAPHY

FREIGHT FACILITIES

MAINTENANCE FACILITIES

CATERING FACILITIES

PERIMETER ROADS

RUNWAY AND TAXIWAY IDENTIFICATION

RESTRICTIONS – MAX HEIGHTS/SPEED LIMITS

ACCESS GATES: GATES 1, 4, 14, ACCESS REQUIREMENTS

TAXILANE CROSSINGS - STOP SIGNS

APRON ROAD MARKINGS – ROADWAY/GIVE WAYS

PARKING CLEARANCE MARKINGS

LEAD-IN LINES

PUSHBACK GUIDANCE LINES

AIRCRAFT PARKING POSITIONS – STOP BARS

EQUIPMENT CLEARANCE/STORAGE

VEHICLE REVERSING PROCEDURES (COMPANY)

SAFE DISTANCES – VEHICLE/AIRCRAFT

REFUELLING PROCEDURES (SAFE DISTANCES)

FOD TRAINING / DANGERS / AWARENESS / BINS

PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS/WALKWAYS

JET BLAST/INGESTION

AIRCRAFT BEACONS

EMERGENCY FUELLING STOPS

FIRE EXTINGUISHERS


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AEROBRIDGES - RED CLEARANCE AREAS – HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS

EMERGENCY VEHICLE PRIORITY

APRON EDGE MARKINGS/LIGHTING

SPEED LIMITS

- APRONS

- BAGGAGE MAKE-UP AREAS

- SERVICE ROADS/TUNNELS

- PERIMETER ROADS

- WITHIN 15M OF AIRCRAFT

LOW VISIBILITY PROCEDURES

CATEGORY 3 - as Category 2 +

ASMGCS

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY LAYOUT

HOLDING POINTS – RUNWAY/TAXIWAY

RADIO FREQUENCIES

GROUND 121.7

TOWER 120.50

ATIS – 123.8


MAG SIGNS – MANDATORY/INFORMATION

RADIO PROCEDURES – ACCESS TO TAXIWAYS

TOWER LIGHT SIGNALS

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY MARKINGS – CENTRELINE/EDGE

TAXIWAY/RUNWAY LIGHTING

TAXIWAY STRIPS

PUSHBACK LIMIT/DISCONNECT POINTS

LOW VIS RESTRICTIONS

CATEGORY 4 – as Category 3 + ADA

TAXIWAYS & RUNWAY CROSSINGS/ACCESS - DAY and NIGHT

LIGHTING

MARKINGS


RWY STRIPS

NAVAIDS

ILS – GLIDE PATH/LOCALISER - CLEARANCES

Applicant log This log must accompany the Application for Authority to Drive Airside

ADA TRAINEE LOGBOOK (to be completed; must accompany application)

TRAINING OFFICER DATE OF APPLICATION

TRAINEE SUPERVISOR/MANAGER

DATE START FINISH TOTAL HRS AREA/TOPICS TRAINEE (Sign) TRAINER (Sign) SUPERVISOR (Sign)

TOTAL HRS (Min 4 hrs Cat 2 – 8hrs Cat 3 or 4)

In endorsing the application for an ADA applicant, the supervisor or manager of the applicant has endorsed that the above log entries are a true and accurate record of the applicant’s training.


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P E R T H A I R P O R T P T Y LT D

Level 2, 2 George Wiencke Drive, Perth Airport, Western Australia 6105

PO Box 6, Cloverdale, Western Australia 6985

Telephone +61 8 9478 8888 Fax +61 8 9478 8889

perthairport.com.au

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