COURSE OVERVIEW

 This practical and highly-interactive course includes real-life case studies where participants will be engaged in a series of interactive small groups and class workshops.
This course is designed to provide participants with a detailed and up-to-date overview of ATK Fuel Handler. It covers the composition of ATK, common grades and specifications, key physical and chemical properties and uses in aviation operations; the ATK fuel supply chain, hazards associated with ATK, regulatory standards and compliance and roles and responsibilities of ATK fuel handlers; the various types of PPE for fuel handling, correct usage and limitations and PPE inspection, maintenance, disposal and replacement; the types of fuel storage tanks including design and safety features, routine storage inspections and maintenance of storage systems; the fuel dispensing systems, fuel quality control procedures, fuel testing methods and ATK fuel filtration systems; and the documentation and record-keeping. During this interactive course, participants will learn the refueling vehicle types and operations and fuel hydrant systems; the aircraft refueling procedures and prevention of fuel contamination; the safety precautions during refueling, environmental considerations and fuel spill response procedures; the causes of fuel fires and explosions; the fire extinguishers and equipment, emergency evacuation protocols and coordination with fire services; the first aid for fuel exposure, incident investigation procedures, emergency communication systems and advanced fuel quality management; the fuel handling in extreme conditions, international best practices and competency assessment for fuel handlers; and the continuous improvement in fuel handling.