This course is about fixed aircraft marshalling and ramp hand signals based on the IATA Standards in the Airport Handling Manual and IATA Ground Handling Manual. You will learn the principles of nonverbal communication in the aviation field between the ground and cockpit crew and leading signals for safety operations with ground support equipment around the aircraft. This course will provide aircraft marshallers and ramp agents with the necessary knowledge and skills to control the movement of aircraft on the apron safely and efficiently based on national, local and international standards.

Acquired knowledge, skills and competencies by the learner after completing the training course:

• Understanding Aviation Safety and Safety Management System
• Knowing the extreme importance of safety to the operation of an airport
• Enforce aviation safety rules and standards in the work environment
• Developing a safety culture
• Providing safe service to people and aircraft
• Knowledge of the correct use of personal protective equipment in the workplace
• Recognition of factors affecting airport safety
• Airport security control
• An adequate response in emergency and critical situations
• Communication with the aircrew by international standards
• Support airport safety through effective hand signals
• Acquiring practical skills for targeting and positioning aircraft
• Developing knowledge and skills to correctly and safely establish aircraft cones
• Acquiring knowledge and skills for launching aircraft

The training is based on different training methods such as simulations, exercises, work with peers, individual work, case studies, etc., to develop a highly effective training procedure. Finally, the program concludes with reflections on what the participants have learned and an action plan to help them apply the insights they gained during the program.

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