ED Decision 2025/007/R
SAFETY RISK MITIGATION MEASURES FOR PRE‑DEPARTURE AND DEPARTURE ACTIVITIES
(a) The procedure for pre‑departure activities should include, as a minimum, the following safety risk mitigation measures:
(1) pre‑departure check of the aircraft and the stand to verify that:
(i) the stand is clear of FOD;
(ii) any GSE unnecessary for aircraft start and departure is removed, and no persons are in the hazard area;
(iii) there is no visible aircraft damage;
(iv) all aircraft doors and panels are closed;
(2) correct pushback equipment for aircraft type/subtype.
(b) The procedure for departure activities should cover the following:
(1) communication, including phraseology/standard hand signals, between the flight crew and the person responsible for the departure operation;
(2) agreement and following of engine start sequence, and application of operational procedures for the use of air start unit, if required;
(3) disconnection of the GSE (air start unit, ground power unit, etc.) and removal from the equipment restricted area;
(4) pushback or towing procedures include correct pushback or towing equipment for aircraft type/subtype and other conditions specific to the operational context.
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