Many industries protect their aircraft using hangars, including the military, public air transportation, and private planes. No matter what size aircraft you’re dealing with, making sure the hangar is a safe space for workers is essential. Take a look at these five ways to make your aircraft hangar safer.
Everyone benefits from reminders, especially when it comes to safety regulations. To help your hangar staff remember the rules that keep them safe, post your regulations in easy-to-spot locations. Make sure the signage uses bright colors with a high contrast so everyone can find the information they need in case of an emergency.
Gas detectors are important for keeping a close eye on the levels of certain gases emitted by aircraft fuel—these include poisonous gases like carbon monoxide and nitrogen dioxide. While there is some debate over how often you should calibrate your gas detectors, best practice is to at least follow the manufacturer’s recommendation.
Working near jet fuel and other highly poisonous chemicals in a hangar can be dangerous for employees. Make sure you provide them with the right protective personal equipment (PPE), including respirators. Your staff may also need hazmat suits according to the type of danger they encounter, such as:
Every aircraft hangar should have a thorough hazardous communications (HazCom) program. These programs include regulations for tracking the inventory and use of hazardous materials, like fuel, cleaners, oils, and solvents. This way, it’s easy to know where all your hazardous materials are located, what they’ve been used on, and who has been in contact with them if something goes wrong.
When you’re dealing with large vehicles, hazardous chemicals are not your only concern. You also have to worry about hazardous energy since aircraft hangars require a lot of electrical power. To keep workers safe, make sure they know how to lockout/tagout the power sources for things like jets and helicopters while they’re undergoing repairs. This keeps workers from accidentally getting hurt if the vehicle turns on unexpectedly.
These five ways to make your aircraft hangar safer are just a few steps to get you started. Always make sure you follow local and federal regulations, including policies set by OSHA.
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