AMC3 GH.OPS.305 General requirements for the operation of ground support equipment

• ED Decision 2025/007/R found in: Ground Handling (GH) (2025/23 and 2025/20) (Nov 2025)

##### AMC3 GH.OPS.305 General requirements for the operation of ground support equipment *ED Decision 2025/007/R* **SAFETY RISK MITIGATION MEASURES FOR THE OPERATION OF GSE** (a) Correct operation of motorised/non‑motorised GSE following effective training and the correct use of effective procedures and processes should include the movement of equipment around the aircraft, as well as the selection of appropriate equipment for the GH service or task. (b) The procedures and training for the operation of GSE should cover the following, as a minimum: (1) the specific risks on the aerodrome apron and the differences between the risks of driving on the aerodrome movement area compared with driving in ‘normal traffic’; (2) specialised GSE and heavy GSE and their specific behaviour and risks in the proximity of aircraft; (3) application of procedures regarding driving speed, GSE guidance, brake tests and the no‑touch policy; (4) adequate coordination of GH services using GSE during aircraft turnaround to prevent the GSE’s collision with the aircraft or with other GSE, considering the aerodrome’s operational context; (5) positioning and/or securing of GSE to prevent it from being moved inadvertently during adverse weather conditions; (6) proper visibility of GSE and adequate lighting and marking of the GSE in any conditions, in compliance with the procedures of the aerodrome operator; (7) compliance with the aerodrome operator’s instructions and procedures regarding driving and air traffic control clearances.