Description
IATA AHM1110 GEN06 | Approx. 90 mins | Self-study online
This course provides a basic awareness of emergency procedures for a range of aviation scenarios. It is essential knowledge on how airports and partner agencies prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. Learners will explore the purpose of the Airport Emergency Plan, the roles of key organisations, and how coordination is maintained through various facilities.
It also introduces how assistance is provided to affected persons and how airport operations are maintained through business continuity and recovery planning.
It is suitable for all airport, airline, and support personnel who may be involved in or affected by an emergency.
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- List the main types of airport emergencies and their operational impacts.
- Explain the roles, responsibilities, and coordination of key organisations during an emergency.
- Identify the purpose and functions of major emergency facilities, including the LICC and AEOC.
- Describe how passengers, crew, and relatives are supported through structured welfare arrangements.
- Summarise how business continuity and recovery processes maintain safe and efficient airport operations after an incident.
Assessment
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz that must be completed online and graded immediately, with a passing score of 80%. If you fail, you can re-attempt it, and tutor support can be provided upon request.
Suitability
Who should do this course?
This course is ideal for anyone working at an airport or likely to be involved in an aviation emergency. Anyone with specific responsibilities during an emergency will require additional role-specific training.
Pre-requisites
This course is suitable for those with no prior knowledge. To access the content, learners must have Internet access and an individual email address.
Certificate
This course includes a PDF certificate that is available for immediate download upon successful completion.
