ARFF MANUAL (Edited Jan. 6, 2016) - Foreword - For Edit

ZAMBOANGA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ARFF MANUAL
Foreword
In accordance with the provisions of the Manual of Standards for Aerodromes (MOS),
aerodrome operators are required to provide rescue and fire fighting equipment and services
at an airport. The purpose of this material is to assist the Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting
(ARFF) in the implementation of these specifications and ensure their correct application.
The method contained in the MOS for the determination of the level of protection to be
provided at an airport is related to fuel load and passenger capacity of the critical aeroplane.
This manual includes, inter alia, material concerning the level of protection to be provided at
an airport, vehicle and extinguishing agent characteristics, siting of fire stations, training of
personnel and operating procedures for dealing with an emergency. This manual also
contains information on precautionary measures to be taken during aircraft fuelling
operations as well as aircraft data for use in the training of rescue and fire fighting personnel.
It is intended that this manual is kept up to date. Future editions will be improved on the basis
of experience gained and of comments and suggestions received from the ARFF
organization.
MOHAMMAD NAGA S. RASCAL, DPA

Civil Aviation Area Manager, Area Center IX
CAAP, ZIA
MICHAEL M. dela CRUZ

Fire Marshall, Area Center IX
CAAP, ZIA
1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 1

Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: GENERAL
Introduction
Administration
Grid Maps
CHAPTER 2: EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
Airport Emergency Organization Chart
Airport Emergency Plan
Aircraft emergencies for which services may be required
CHAPTER 3: LEVEL OF PROTECTION
Airport Category
Extinguishing Agents
Discharge Rates
Response Time
Communication and Alerting System
Number of Vehicles
CHAPTER 4: AIRPORT FACILITIES AFFECTING RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING SERVICES
Water Supply
Emergency Access Roads
CHAPTER 5: COMMUNICATION AND ALARM SYSTEM
Fire Station Communication
Other Communication and alerting facilities
CHAPTER 6: PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
Personal Protective Clothing
Aluminized Clothing
Inventory of Structural and Proximity Suit
Respiratory Equipment
CHAPTER 7: FIRE STATION
General
Location
Design and Construction
CHAPTER 8: PERSONNEL
Selection of Personnel for Rescue and Fire Fighting Duties
CHAPTER 9: AIRCRAFT FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Features Common to all Emergencies
Fighting aircraft emergencies
Rescue Tactics and associated equipment requirements
Accidents involving dangerous goods
Post-accident procedures
CHAPTER 10: RUNWAY INSPECTION
General
Procedure
CHAPTER 11: TRAINING
General
Basic Training
Operational Tactics
CHAPTER 12 FIRE PREVENTION
General
CHAPTER 13: FIRE PREVENTION ACTIVITIES ON GROUND
General
Fire Protection during maintenance
Fire Extinguisher and Maintenance
Surveillance

CHAPTER 14: FIRE PREVENTION DURING FUELING OPERATION

Introduction
Precautionary measures during aircraft fuelling operations
Additional precautionary measures to be taken when passengers remain on board or
embark/disembark during refuelling operations
Sources and dissipation of electrical energy that may develop during aircraft fuelling
operations
Defueling and Draining Operation
APPENDIX
APPENDIX 1: Aircraft Data for Rescue and Fire Fighting Personnel

APPENDIX 2: Aeroplane Classification by Airport Category
APPENDIX 3: Daily Journal Checklist
APPENDIX 4: Checklists for Fire Trucks (VMA SIDES 105 and VMA SIDES 13)
APEENDIX 5: Runway Inspection Checklist
APPENDIX 6: Inventory and Checklist for Fire Extinguishing Agents.
APPENDIX 7: Inventory and Checklist for Tools and Equipment
(Protective Clothing)
APPENDIX 8: Inventory and Checklist of Protective Clothing
APPENDIX 9: Incident /Accident Reporting Form
APPENDIX 10: Fire Extinguisher Checklist
APPENDIX 11: Memorandum of Agreement Form
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CHAPTER 1: GENERAL
1.1 INTRODUCTION
The principal objective of Zamboanga International Airport, Aerodrome Rescue and

Fire Fighting (ZIA - ARFF) is to save lives in the event of an aircraft accident or
incident.
This contingency must assume at all times the possibility of and need for
extinguishing fire which may:
a) Exist at the time an aircraft is landing, taking off, taxiing, parked, etc.; or
b) Occur immediately following aircraft accident or incident; or
c) Occur at any time during rescue operations.
1.2 ADMINISTRATION
The ZIA-ARFF is under the administrative control of MOHAMMAD NAGA S.

RASCAL, DPA, Civil Aviation Area Manager, Area Center IX, ensuring that the
service provided is organized, equipped, staffed, trained and operated in such a
manner as to fulfil its proper function.
Operational management of ZIA-ARFF is under the ARFF Chief, MICHAEL dela

CRUZ who is responsible in ensuring the appropriate level of protection is available
and maintained including the readiness, capability and efficiency of RFFS.
Suitable rescue and equipment for water, swamp, desert or other difficult environment
where portion of the approach or departure operations takes place are provided for the
purpose of rescuing aircraft occupants at an aircraft accident in this areas.
Coordination between ZIA-ARFF and other responding agencies (Zamboanga BFP,

Zamboanga PNP, Phil. Navy, Phil. Coast Guard, Phil. Red Cross, etc.) is achieved by
a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) provided in the ZIA-ARFF Manual for
assistance with an aircraft accident.
Detailed Grid Map and Vicinity Grid Map of Zamboanga International Airport.

CHAPTER 2: EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION
AIRORT EMERGNCY ORGANIZATION CHART
HOTLINE NUMBERS
AIRPORT MANAGER
991-1394
AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER FIRE RESCUE UNIT CAAP ADMIN CAAP SECURITY
991-2432 991-6037 990-2331 990-2330
BFP/CITY FIRE ZCMC PNP

992-8679 / 177 992-6850 166/117
VICENTE B. BALAN Jr.
Aerodrome Services Safety
Officer (ASSO)
9902745
Phil. RED CROSS Phil. NAVY

991-2015 992-6986
LEGEND: DOH TFZ

983-1551 117
Straight Line–On Airport Emergency
DILG WESMINCOM
Dash Line – Off Airport Emergency 991-5956 983-1410
Phil. COAST
GUARD
DOTC
991-4130

CHAPTER 3: LEVEL OF PROTECTION
3.1 AIRPORT CATEGORY
The Zamboanga International Airport is a Category 6 Airport based on the longest

aircraft being serviced which is Airbus 320. The level of protection of Aerodrome
Rescue and Fire Fighting is Category 5 based on the Foam meeting performance level
B and the number of Fire truck.
The category was determined in accordance to the Manual of Standards for

Aerodrome (MOS) Chapter 14-RFFS, Section 14.2 Level of Protection:
AEROPLANE CHARACTERISTICS AIRBUS A320
Length (m) 37.6 m
Wing Span (m) 34.1 m
MTOW(Kg) 77,000 kg
ARFL 2,180 m
Outer Main Gear Wheel Span (m) 7.60 m
Reference Code 4C
3.2 NUMBER OF RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING VEHICLES
1 VMA SIDES 105

1 VMA SIDES 13
ANNEX 14. Table 9-3

Aerodrome Category Rescue and Fire Fighting Vehicles
1 1
2 1
3 1
4 1
5 1
6 2
7 2
8 3
9 3
10 3
3.3 EXTINGUISHING AGENT
Principal and complementary agents are sufficiently provided a ZIA-ARFF. Principal

agent which is a solution of 97 parts water and 3 parts aqueous film forming foam
(AFFF) concentrate produce permanent a control for a period of several minutes.
While the complementary agent have rapid suppression capability but for a limited
time usually available during application.
OVERHEAD WATER – TANK WITH A CAPACITY OF 12,000 LITERS
The principal extinguishing agent for ZIA-ARFF is a foam meeting performance level
A is Category 5.
The complementary extinguishing agent for ZIA-ARFF is dry chemical powder

(Purple K, Class A, B, and C).
Amounts of extinguishing agents for Major Intervention Vehicle are listed below:
VMA VMA
SIDES CAPACITY SIDES CAPACITY
105 13
Water 9,500 Liters Water 1,000 Liters
ARFF 1,100 Liters ARFF 300 Liters

3.4 DISCHARGE RATE
The discharge rate of the foam solution for category 5 as shown on Table 2-2 is
obtained by conducting a one-minute control time on a practical critical area using the
turret including the hand lines.
FIRE TRUCK DISCHARGE RATE
VMA SIDES 105 5,300 l/min. @ 14 bar
VMA SIDES 13 2,300 l/min. @ 12 bar
Discharge rate of the complementary agent for category 5 as shown in table 2-2 is
obtained by fully filling the expellant tank with nitrogen to deliver the optimum
effectiveness of the agent used. Time is obtained after the DCP tank is fully emptied
Regular inspection of the expellant gauge is conducted during duty turn-overs to
ensure full pressure is achieved.
DRY CHEMICAL POWDER DISCHARGE RATE
DPC (Purple K)
3.5 SUPPLY AND STORAGE OF EXTINGUISHING AGENT
To ensure that quantities of primary and complementary extinguishing agents are

adequate to the requirements for category 5, ZIA-ARFF are maintaining a 100%
supply for replenishment purposes

3.6 RESPONSE TIME
The ZIA – ARFF has a response time of two (2) minutes on an ON-Airport
Emergency from the time an emergency is being declared by the tower or even
on an undeclared emergency.
CHAPTER 4: AIRPORT FACILITIES AFFECTING RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING

SERVICES.
4. WATER SUPPLY
The ZIA – ARFF has overhead WATER – TANK with a storage capacity
of 12,000 litres.
4.2 EMERGENCY ACCESS ROADS
The Zamboanga International Airport has two (3) emergency access for OFF –
Airport Emergency.
A. RAMP GATE
B. PALAR GATE located at west end of runway 09
CHAPTER 5: COMMUNICATION AND ALARM SYSTEM.
5.1 FIRE STATION COMMUNICATION
a. 1 Hand Held Radio (Five(5) units under requisition)

b. Intercom / Airport LOCAL phone
5.2 OTHER COMUNICATION AND ALERTING FACILITIES
a. Air Traffic Control TOWER

Legend:
Communication Air Traffic Control
Going to Emergency
Tower
Rescue and Fire

Fighters
Aerodrome Rescue and

Fire Fighting (Dispatcher) EMS
Emergency / Aircraft Accident /

Aerodrome Rescue and Fire
Fire Seen
Fighting ON Airport
Emergency / Aircraft
Accident / Fire Seen

CHAPTER 6: PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND RESPIRATORY

EQUIPMENT
6.1 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Conventional Fire fighter’ “turn – out” clothing, “Bunker Suit” or “Structural Fire
Suit” will provide a degree of protection. Helmets with transparent face shield are
used to protect the head and eyes of the fire fighter. Fire fighters should also be a
aware that a conventional protective clothing has limited protection in close proximity
of aircraft fire.
6.2 ALUMINIZED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Aluminized Complete Proximity Suit are covered with aluminized fabric and have
better heat reflection and is the more convenient clothing for aircraft accident on fire.

6.3 RESPIRATORY EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Breathing Apparatus are used by fire fighters to enter a burning aircraft
for rescuing trap passenger/s inside the aircraft. An Aircraft on fire may release
different kinds of toxic fumes and would be difficult for rescuers to enter an aircraft
on fire without these equipment.
CHAPTER 7: FIRE STATION
7.1 GENERAL
The ZAMBOANGA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – AERODROME RESCUE

AND FIRE FIGHTING is a Category 5, with a 247.28 square meter building and is
150 meters away fronting the West - Taxiway.

7.2 LOCATION (VIEW VICINITY GRID MAP – Legend Number 14)

7.3 DESIGN AND CONTRUCTION
6.4 INVENTORY OF PROTECTIVE STRUCTURAL AND PROXIMITY SUIT
6.4.1 Structural Protective Clothing

1. Helmets : 5 pieces
2. Bunker Suits
a. Upper Extremity : 5 pieces
b. Lower Extremity : 5 pieces
3. Gloves : 5 pieces
4. Boots : 5 pieces
6.4.2 Proximity Suits (Aluminized Suits)

1. Helmets : 4 pieces
2. Proximity Suits
a. Upper Extremity : 4 pieces
b. Lower Extremity : 4 pieces
3. Gloves : 4 pieces

4. Boots : 4 pieces
CHAPTER 8: PERSONNEL
8.1 SELECTION OF PERSONNEL FOR RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING DUTIES
Seven (6) Fire Fighters must board for every fire truck to perform the following activities
PER FIRE TRUCK:
A. One (1) Fire Truck Operator

B. Two (2) Rescue Man
C. Two (1) Nozzle man
D. Two (1) Line man
8.1.1 FIRE TRUCK OPERATOR OR DRIVERS MANUAL
8.1.2 GENERAL
Fire Truck Operator or Driver is the one who handles the Fire truck and is able to
bring the fire crew to the aircraft accident site at any or certain conditions. Is the one
that most understanding about the fire truck. How to maintain the fire truck in good
condition, checks all tools and equipment attached to the fire truck. Connects hoses,
starts extinguisher pump and main water pump, with the use of fire trucks turret, adjusts flow
pressure, ensures the use of proper extinguisher and fights fires with water, dry chemical
powder and AFFF. Once fire is extinguished, switches off the pump in coordination with Fire
& Security Supervisor, reloads hoses, drives vehicle back to station and replenishes consumed
materials. Always remembers the safety of the Fire Crew in positioning the fire truck to
extinguish the fire fast and accurate, also helps in accessing safe and quick way to rescue the
aircraft crew and passenger.
The Fire Truck Operator must know the following during emergency:
 Type of Aircraft involved.

 Nature of Emergency.
 Amount of Fuel on board.
 Number and location of passengers and crews.
 Wind direction and speed.
 Runway to be used and estimate the time of arrival.
Travel at a safe speed.
8.1.3 PROCEDURE
A. Warms – up the fire truck at every start of duty hours

B. Checks trucks fuel level
C. Checks the overall features of the fire truck.
D. Checks Water level and foam level
E. Checks the engine
F. Checks the turret and pumps
G. Checks all tools and equipment attach toe the fire trucks
H. Checks the tires

8.1.4 MAINTENACE PROCEDURE OF FIRE TRUCKS
A. TANK (Water and Foam)

B. WATER PUMP
C. SELF-ROTATING PRIMER ASSEMBLY
D. - CONTROLLED PRIMING VALVE -
E. - PRESSURE REGULATOR F. - REGULATOR-METERING DEVICE
G. - POWER-ASSISTED WATER/FOAM BY-PASS VALVE
H. - PLATFORM FOAM MONITOR
I. - SIDE-MOUNTED PORTABLE FOAM NOZZLE
J. - ROTATING HOSE REEL
K. - EQUIPMENT PNEUMATIC POWER ASSISTANCE
L. - FIRE-FIGHTING HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
CHAPTER 9: AIRCRAFT FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURE
9.1 FEATURES COMMON TO ALL EMEGENCIES
The ARFF unit must adhere to the instruction of the ATC in any emergencies and
perform the following; ARFF unit must designate immediately their ground
commander on site (2 crews) with specific functions.
Fire Truck Operator or the acting ground commander must check all fire personnel if
all were in safe position and inspect all apparatus in good condition before proceeding
to perform rescue operations.
9.2 FIGHTING AIRCRAFT EMERGENCIES
The response of the fire fighting vehicles from the fire station to predetermined
positions on the runway where they stand by for an anticipated emergency landing.
The following information the fire-fighter should know from the tower:
 Type of Aircraft involved.

 Nature of Emergency.
 Amount of Fuel on board.
 Number and location of passengers and crews.
 Wind direction and speed.
 Runway to be used and estimate the time of arrival.
9.3 RESCUE TACTICS AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT REQUIRMENT
When responding outside the airport, it is necessary to travel in convoy. The location
of various routes must take into consideration the following factors:
 Probable accident sites

 Presently available
 Possible future routes
 Design of Fire fighting vehicles (weight, height, width etc.)
 Terrain (Off – Airport)
 Weather condition
 Water – Rescue (Off – Airport)
Undeclared emergency response procedure:
In such incidents there may be only a brief message. Fire Fighters must be prepared.
They are dispatched via the most direct routes. Control Tower relays additional
information while crew is on the way to the accident sites.
SIZE-UP AND APPROACH: Upon arrival, over-all size-up must be made to

determine the actions required support, positioning etc.
POSITIONING OF APPARATUS: It determines the efficiency of the overall fire
fighting and rescue operation.
a. Wind – operations conducted with the wind will provide improved visibility and
breathing, decreased heat and smoke effect for better application of extinguishing
and rescue time factors.
b. Terrain – soft or muddy areas may mire heavy vehicles and equipment. Slopes,
low or downhill areas may become flooded with fuel.
CONTROL: This involves the initial attack and establishment of rescue and/or escape
areas. The primary function “RESCUE”.
INITIAL ATTACK: The principal points of concern are the probable location of
occupants and the location of normal and emergency entrances. The initial attack
begins during the approach of vehicles, using turrets, ground sweeps as soon as the
vehicles are within the range of the aircraft.
9.4 ESTABLISHMENT OF RESCUE OR ESCAPE AREAS;
This is the primary objective of control. In selecting the appropriate area, consider the
following:
1. Has the evacuation begun

2. Has the aircraft fuselage remained intact? If the evacuation has already
begun, maintain this area safe and escapees must be protected. If the
evacuation has not begun, consider the establishment of rescue area. Cool
down the occupied portion of the aircraft while rescue is performed
through a controlled area. In no fire incident same procedures applied.
Except that, instead of fire fighting, fuel spills must be blanketed and lines
must be ready.
9.5 RESCUE: This main objective is achieved in two stages:
1. Control of the fire

2. Rescue procedures can begin as soon as the apparatus stops. The rescue
vehicle should be positioned so that all rescue and forcible entry
equipment is as close to the probable entry point as possible. Two rescue
men should be used at any single point of entry. They must be cautious
when removing personnel from the aircraft. Flashback may cut off the
means of escape.
9.6 ACCIDENTS INVOLVING DANGEROUS GOODS

Accidents involving dangerous goods is when any substance or material that, when involved
in an accident and released in sufficient quantities, poses a risk to people’s health, safety
and/or property at the Airport. These substances and materials include explosives, radioactive
materials, flammable liquids or solids, combustible liquids or solids, poisons, oxidizers,
toxins, and corrosive materials.
9.7 POST ACCIDENT PROCEDURE
Isolation of Accident Area must be secured, so that Rescue activities will be more effective
and not to destroy vital evidence on the crash site. Arrangements are also made to local
government official, police and other local agency which may also involve in rescue. A “Fire-
line” must be established for 2,000 feet away from the accident site.
Notification of Investigative Authorities for aircraft accidents. The Aircraft Operator must
also be notified.
The Fire fighting Unit may also be ask by investigative authorities to assist in search of the
accident site area. Aircraft parts, luggage or other personal belongings may be remove from
the crash area unless these items are tagged, recorded and released by person’s in-charge.

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Figure3

Figure4

Ignition Attack
Rescue Extinguish
Overhaul

CHAPTER 10: RUNWAY SAFETY

10.1 GENERAL
The ZIA – ARFF does not only ends its duties and responsibilities on an emergency aircraft
accident. For SAFETY is the main priority of the ZIA – ARFF which would include the
Safety of the Runway.
A Runway Inspection Team is created by the Chief of the ZIA – ARFF and should carry put
the procedures in runway inspection.
10.2 PROCEDURES
a. The Shift supervisor should always contact first the ATC to request a permission to enter the
runway.
b. Upon approval of the ATC, Runway Inspection Team can now proceed.
c. Report for any foreign object debris (F.O.D) seen on the runway, remove the F.O.D. or report
of any potential hazards to tower which may cause accidents to aircraft operations.
d. Drive at a moderate speed of 30 KPH to ensure that the whole runway may be able to inspect.
e. When back at station, do a written report and report to tower for more detailed runway
inspection.
CHAPTER 11: TRAINING
11.1 INTRODUCTION
AERODROME FIREFIGHTERS whose duties and responsibilities consist solely

of rescue and fire fighting services for aircraft operations are infrequently called upon
to face a serious situation involving lifesaving at a major aircraft fire. Where the
possibility of an aircraft accident may reasonably be anticipated but will seldom be
called upon to put their knowledge and experience to the supreme test. That only by
means of a most carefully planned and rigorously followed programme of training can
there be any assurance that both personnel and equipment will be fit to deal with a
major aircraft fire should the necessity arise.
Training of rescue and fire fighting personnel falls into two broad categories:
1. Basic training in the use and maintenance of equipment

2. Operational Tactics Training which covers the deployment of personnel and
equipment to accomplish control of a fire to permit rescue operations to proceed.
11.2 BASIC TRAINING
 Fire and fire extinction

 Types of extinguishing agents employed
 Handling of equipment
 Care of equipment
 Local topography
 Aircraft familiarization training
 Medical first aid
 Rescue procedures

 Search and rescue
11.3 OPERATIONAL TACTICS TRAINING
When a FIREFIGHTER is well versed in the handling of fire fighting equipment

they should receive training in operational tactics to be adopted at aircraft fires. This
training is a continuing commitment and must be absorbed to the point where
compliance with the initial action called for is automatic.
Operational Tactics Training is designed to deploy fire fighters and equipment to

advantage in order to establish conditions in which aircraft crew or passengers may be
rescued from an aircraft emergency.
The service to be provided is primarily a lifesaving organization that must be trained

in Aviation Fire Fighting because aircraft involved in a serious accident are frequently
involved in fire.
CHAPTER 12: FIRE PREVENTION ACTIVITIES ON GROUND
12.1 INTRODUCTION
Fire prevention activities on ground includes the establishment and enforcement of

fire prevention and the standard procedures to prevent fire during maintenance or
servicing activities. Good fire prevention procedure must always be done during all
ground activities.
12.2 FIRE PREVENTION DURING MAINTENANCE OPERATION OF THE AIRCRAFT
Aircrafts are high value property, with the equipment and facilities. Maximum
practice of fire prevention is always implemented.
a. Painting – Cleaning – all waste solvents, wiping waste, used masking tapes
and waste paper should be disposed properly.
b. Electrical Maintenance – may occur if a personnel is not observing proper

procedures. Aircraft should be de-energized or connection to batteries are
removed.
c. Aircraft Welding – should be done outdoors. Gas shield-arc is preferably

used.
12.3 FIRE EXTINGUISHER
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS should always be within reach in case of a fire break-out.

The amount and type extinguishing agent will be depend on the size of the aircraft the
nature of maintenance, the degree of hazard or being anticipated and the exposure of
hazard involve. All fire extinguisher should be properly maintained.
Positioning of the fire extinguisher should be in a strategic place to provide mobility

and eased in handling.

12.4 CLASSIFICTION OF FIRE EXTINGUISHERS (Figure 1.A)
a. Class A Fire – Ordinary combustible materials, woods, cloth, paper, rubber

etc.
b. Class B Fire – Flammable liquids
c. Class C Fire – Energized electrical equipment
d. Class D Fires – Metals
Figure 1.A
“PICTURE – SYMBOL” FOR EXTINGUISHIHER SUITABLE FOR FIRE (Figure 1.B)
Figure 1.B

Figure 2C
12.5 MAINTENANCE OF FIRE EXTINGUISHER
a. Inspect extinguisher regularly

b. Every check and recharge should be recorded
c. Check nozzles for obstruction
d. Check the wire seal and lock pin
e. Check the pressure gauge
f. Check the weight specified on the labels
12.6 SURVEILANCE
Constant monitoring, recording and observation of flights and ramp activities should
be maintained form the Fire Station.
CHAPTER 13: FIRE PREVENTION DURING REFUELING OPERATION
13.1 INTRODUCTION
Fuelling of aircraft involves the transfer of flammable liquids which often create fire hazard.
Aviation fuels can released vapors especially in calm wind and can reach at a great distance
and may come contact to an igniting agent. Every effort should be made to prevent fuel
spillage.
Fuelling operations are done at all hours, under any kind of weather conditions and are
performed even alongside with other aircrafts.
Safety procedures must always be in done before and after refuelling of aircraft.
13.2 PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES DURING AIRCRAFT FUELLING OPEARTIONS
a. Bonding - Grounding – the elimination of static electricity is the most important safety
measure in fuelling operation, and should always be observed. (Figure 2.A and 2.B)
b. Opening and closing the fuel hose nozzle must be done slowly, to prevent kick – back form
high pressure.

c. Fuel technicians must never leave the Fuel tanker.
d. Prevent fuel spillage. If a fuel spill occurs, consider it as a potential source of fire and should
be treated promptly. Close the valve to stop fuel from flowing
e. Any FUEL SPILLS should be taken as an extremely fire hazard
Small Spills (18 inches in diameter) – have a fire extinguisher at reach, apply
absorbent cleaning agents or emulsion compound or rags. Rags soak in fuel should be
place in a metal container and dispose properly.
Large Spills (more than 10 feet in diameter) – Fire crew must be on notified, for
proper action.
Spills ON or IN aircrafts - Aircraft should be inspected thoroughly by the fire crew or

aircraft mechanic then move the aircraft 50 feet away from the fuel spillage.
f. NO Smoking is strictly implemented
g. Always keep an extinguishing agent nearby or within reach
h. NO maintenance work of the aircraft will be done
i. If refuelling on extreme weather condition, like heavy rain, more precaution is needed so that
water will not flow inside the fuel tank of the plane
j. If lightning and electrical storms should occur, the refuelling operation should take more
precaution and if possible, the operation must be suspended until the weather condition wares
down.
13.3 ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO BE TAKEN DURING REFUELLING
a. NO SMOKING is strictly implemented

b. Passenger must be at least 50 feet away from a refuelling aircraft.
c. The passenger or crew of the aircraft must be warned that refuelling procedure is to be done
and is in progress.
d. Emergency exits of the aircraft must not be obstructed, to have a quick access for the
passenger or crew in case of an emergency.
e. NO Passengers must be inside the aircraft while refuelling
f. NO Passengers will embark an aircraft while refuelling
13.3 SOURCES AND DESSIPITAION OF ELECTRICAL ENERGY THAT MAY DEVELOP

DURING AIRCRAFT REFUELLING OPERATION
Aircraft batteries - disconnect right away the battery to prevent electrical

flow.
Grounding – Bonding procedure must be done accurately.

Figure 2.A
Figure 2.B

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY OF THE PHILIPPINES

Zamboanga International Airport
Zamboanga City, Philippines
SHIFT _______________________
DAILY OFFICE JOURNAL DATE: ____________________
ON DUTY OFF DUTY
TIME PARTICULARS / ACTIVITIES / REMARKS
SUBMITTED BY: PREPARED BY:

____________________ _________________
MICHAEL M. DELA CRUZ
CHIEF, ARFF, CAAP – ZIA SHIFT SUPERVISOR


DATE: _________________
SHIFT__________________
CHECKLIST FOR MAJOR INTERVENTION VEHICLE (VMA SIDES

105) Servicing Operation
LEGEND:
D –Daily M –Monthly S –Once every six (6) months A –Once every year
OPERATION FREQUENCY
D M S A
A.– TANK
- Check Water and AFFF level
- Lubricate manhole hinges
- Clean Interior of the tank compartment and suction strainer
B. –WATER PUMP
- Check oil level in the housing
- Drain and refill oil in the housing
C. – SELF-ROTATING PRIMER ASSEMBLY
- Check the oil level in the transparent container
- Lubricate primer hinge pin
- Clean pump/primer driving wheels
D. – CONTROLLED PRIMING VALVE
- Check Poral filter
E. –PRESSURE REGULATOR
IMPORTANT: In no circumstances must the setting be changed (factory set)
- Lubricate spindle for disabling via the wheel
F. –REGULATOR-METERING DEVICE
- Check hole for access to open air in the valve piston
- Lubricate control spindle and the manipulating key
G. –POWER-ASSISTED WATER/FOAM BY-PASS VALVE
- Operate valve (sticking seals)
- Grease coupling and piston rod
- Oil control system joint bearings
H. –PLATFORM FOAM MONITOR
- Check level of power-assistance oil
- Check turret base and nozzle fastening
- Check condition of control and electrical cables
- Drain hydraulic power-assistance circuit
- Lubricate diffuser spindle
- Lubricate cylinder rods
- Lubricate locking system
- Fit new rotating seals
- Fit new flow selection valve seal
I. –SIDE-MOUNTED PORTABLE FOAM NOZZLE
- Checked condition and operation of the ball valves
- Checked the fastening & tightness of rotating couplings
J. –ROTATIN HOSE REEL

- Check condition of the fixing
- Lubricate the chain
K. –EQUIPMENT PNEUMATIC POWER ASSISTANCE
- Check, clean, and refill with oil the following:
Filter-Regulator-Lubricator
L. –FIRE-FIGHTING HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
- Check all of the flexible couplings
M. –OTHER
Prepared by: ______________________

Fire Truck Operator
______________________ MICHAEL M. DELA CRUZ
Shift Supervisor Chief ARFF, CAAP-ZIA


DATE: _________________
SHIFT__________________
CHECKLIST FOR MAJOR INTERVENTION VEHICLE (VMA SIDES

13) Servicing Operation
S M T W T F S REMARKS
DAILY MONITORING
I. ATTENDANCE
a. Assigned Driver
b. Wear Reflectorized vest
II. VEHICLE CHECK – UP /
ENGINE RUN – UP
a. Check fuel level
b. Check engine oil level
c. Check the batteries
d. Check the tires and air pressure
e. Check engine coolant level
f. Check the washer fluid level
g. Check the brake fluid level
h. Check the clutch fluid level
i. Check the power steering fluid
level
j. Check the wiper blade rubber
k. Check the spare tire
l. Check the body frame
m. Check lighting system
n. Check tools and equipment
attached to the vehicle
Other Activities/Task performed during the week:
Legend:
DONE √ NOT on Schedule O
NOT DONE X
Prepared by: ______________________

Fire Truck Operator
_______________________ MICHAEL M. DELA CRUZ

Shift Supervisor Chief ARFF CAAP-ZIA


DATE: _________________
SHIFT__________________
RUNWAY INSPECTION CHECKLIST
I. PERSONNEL AND MORNIN REMARKS AFTENOON REMARKS

EQIPMENT G
1. Personnel
2. Flashlights (Morning
inspection only)
3. Cleaning Implements
(Brooms, Dust, Pan, etc.)
4. Radio
5. Vehicle
II. AREAS INSPECTED
1. Ramp
2. Taxiways
3. Runways
4. Runway Shoulder
5. Runway Strip
6. Runway Stop ways
Runway inspection team: Morning Shift Afternoon Shift

______________ _______________
Prepared by:



INVENTORY AND CHECKLIST FOR FIRE EXTINGUISHING AGENTS.
SHIFT _______________________
DATE
CHECKED S M T W T F S
No OVER HEAD WATER - TANK

.
Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF)

3%
Purple K (DPC) Dry Powder Chemical
REMARKS:
Prepared by:



DATE: _____________________
SHIFT______________________
INVENTORY AND CHECKLIST FOR TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
LEGEND: D - Daily, M – Monthly, S – Once every Six (6) months A – Once a year
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT DATE CHECKED
S M T W T F S Remarks:
EQUIPMENT:
SELF CONTAINED BREATHING APPARATUS (SCBA)
SPINE BOARD
FIRST AID KIT
TOOLS:
SARRATED FIRE AXE
METAL CUTTING TOOLS
HARNESS CUTTER
COMMON SCREW DRIVER
PIKE POLE
RESCUE BELT ASSEMBLY
CABLE CUTTER
PORTABLE ELECTRIC GENERATOR
AIR CHISEL
POWER SAW
SLEDGE HAMMER
AIR PUMP
TIRE JACKS
TIRE WRENCH
Prepared by:



DATE: _____________________
SHIFT______________________
INVENTORY AND CHECKLIST FOR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
S M T W T F Sat Remarks:
Structural Protective Clothing
1. Helmet
2. Bunker Suit
a. Upper Extremity Suit
b. Lower Extremity Suit
3. Gloves
4. Helmet
Proximity Suit (Aluminized Suit)
1. Helmet
2. Proximity Suit
a. Upper Extremity Suit
b. Lower Extremity Suit
3. Gloves
4. Boots
Prepared by:



DATE: ________________________
SHIFT_________________________
FIRE STATION PREMISES CHECKLIST
GENERAL S M T W T F S REMARKS
BUILDING
Maps and Sweeps the Floor
Cleans Kitchen Counter
Cleans the Comfort Room
Dispose all Garbage
Cleans the Stock Room
Cleans the Office
Cleans the Sleeping Quarter
Cleans Fire Truck Bay
SURROUNDING AREA
Back of the Fire Station:
Cuts tall grasses at the back of
Fire Station
Cuts tall grasses alongside the fire

station
Pick – up / Dispose garbage found

at Fire station surrounding
Prepared by:



DATE: _____________________
SHIFT_____________________
ACCIDENT REPORT FORM
DATE: TIME:
Type of Aircraft: Type of Emergency: Agency/Airline:
Amount of Fuel: Number and location of Crew and Weather Condition:

Passenger:
Runway Used:
Actions Done:
Remarks:
Prepared by:



FIRE EXTINGUISHER CHECKLIST
Date: __________________________
Shift supervisor__________________
DATE TIME REMARKS

CHECK EXTINGUISHER
RECHARGEING OF
EXTINGUISHER
NOZZLE
WIRE SEAL AND LOCK PIN
PRESSURE GAUGE
WEIGHT
Prepared by:

Organizational Structure of Aerodrome Rescue and Fire Fighting

Fire Marshall
Fire Crew Chief
Fire Crew Supervisor
Fire Truck Operator
Turret Operator
Nozzle Man
Line Man
Rescuer
Safety Precaution in Approaching an Aircraft

NOTE: To prevent danger from engine suction or exhaust area.
Legend:
Danger Zone
Safe Zone

APPENDIX
ON-SCENE COMMANDER

FIRE CHIEF AIRPORT

POLICE/SECURITY MEDICAL COORDINATOR
MUTUAL AID FIRE SVCS MUTUAL AID POLICE AMBULANCES HOSPITALS
TRANSPORTATION OFFICER
AIRCRAFT OPERATOR/ SENIOR REPRESENTATIVE
SUMMARY OF AIRPORT PROPERTY STATUS

No. of Lots Total Area
1. Titled/CAAP Property 31 349,225 sq. m.
2. For Titling 92 207,523 sq. m.
3. For Acquisition
4. For Further Research 32 417,334 sq. m.
5. Total Airport Area 974,082 sq. m.

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ZAMBOANGA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ARFF MANUAL

MOHAMMAD NAGA S. RASCAL, DPA

MICHAEL M. dela CRUZ

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 1

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 2

CHAPTER 14: FIRE PREVENTION DURING FUELING OPERATION

APPENDIX 1: Aircraft Data for Rescue and Fire Fighting Personnel

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 3

The principal objective of Zamboanga International Airport, Aerodrome Rescue and

The ZIA-ARFF is under the administrative control of MOHAMMAD NAGA S.

Operational management of ZIA-ARFF is under the ARFF Chief, MICHAEL dela

Coordination between ZIA-ARFF and other responding agencies (Zamboanga BFP,

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 4

CHAPTER 2: EMERGENCY ORGANIZATION

AIRORT EMERGNCY ORGANIZATION CHART

BFP/CITY FIRE ZCMC PNP

Phil. RED CROSS Phil. NAVY

LEGEND: DOH TFZ

Dash Line – Off Airport Emergency 991-5956 983-1410

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 5

CHAPTER 3: LEVEL OF PROTECTION

3.1 AIRPORT CATEGORY

The Zamboanga International Airport is a Category 6 Airport based on the longest

The category was determined in accordance to the Manual of Standards for

AEROPLANE CHARACTERISTICS AIRBUS A320

Length (m) 37.6 m

Wing Span (m) 34.1 m

Outer Main Gear Wheel Span (m) 7.60 m

3.2 NUMBER OF RESCUE AND FIRE FIGHTING VEHICLES

1 VMA SIDES 105

ANNEX 14. Table 9-3

3.3 EXTINGUISHING AGENT

Principal and complementary agents are sufficiently provided a ZIA-ARFF. Principal

OVERHEAD WATER – TANK WITH A CAPACITY OF 12,000 LITERS

The complementary extinguishing agent for ZIA-ARFF is dry chemical powder

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 7

3.4 DISCHARGE RATE

FIRE TRUCK DISCHARGE RATE

VMA SIDES 105 5,300 l/min. @ 14 bar

VMA SIDES 13 2,300 l/min. @ 12 bar

DRY CHEMICAL POWDER DISCHARGE RATE

3.5 SUPPLY AND STORAGE OF EXTINGUISHING AGENT

To ensure that quantities of primary and complementary extinguishing agents are

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 8

3.6 RESPONSE TIME

CHAPTER 4: AIRPORT FACILITIES AFFECTING RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING

4.2 EMERGENCY ACCESS ROADS

CHAPTER 5: COMMUNICATION AND ALARM SYSTEM.

5.1 FIRE STATION COMMUNICATION

a. 1 Hand Held Radio (Five(5) units under requisition)

5.2 OTHER COMUNICATION AND ALERTING FACILITIES

a. Air Traffic Control TOWER

Rescue and Fire

Aerodrome Rescue and

Emergency / Aircraft Accident /

1ST EDITION, VERSION 1.0 JANUARY 2017 9

CHAPTER 6: PROTECTIVE CLOTHING AND RESPIRATORY

6.1 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE CLOTHING

6.2 ALUMINIZED PROTECTIVE CLOTHING