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Recognizing Hand Signals: Exam

Recognizing Hand Signals: Exam
VRVirtual Reality
Duration
TBD Minutes
Training Type
Initial Training
IATA Standard
IATA AHM 1110, Edition 46 & IATA IGOM, Edition 14

Description

Assesses recognition of the full set of standard ramp hand signals covered in Recognizing Hand Signals Parts 1 and 2. A colleague performs 10 signals drawn at random and the trainee selects the correct name from four options for each. A minimum score of 8 out of 10 is required to pass.

Exam Overview

  1. 1A colleague performs 10 hand signals drawn at random
  2. 2Identify each signal by selecting the correct name from four options; replay is available up to twice per signal
  3. 3Receive immediate correct or incorrect feedback after each answer
  4. 4A minimum score of 80% (8 out of 10) is required to pass

Skills Acquired

  • Identify all hand signals from a live demonstration
  • Distinguish between paired signals that carry opposite meanings, such as Brakes On and Brakes Off or To Connect and To Disconnect
  • Recognize pushback-specific signals and understand their distinct operational context
  • Confirm theoretical readiness before proceeding to practical equipment training

Exam Procedure

  • The exam presents 10 hand signals drawn at random from the library of 28 signals. For each question, a colleague performs a hand signal.
  • The trainee selects the correct signal name from four options. Signals from both the first and the second set of hand singlas may appear.
  • A replay option allows the signal to be seen again, up to twice per question; after the second replay, an answer must be selected.
  • Each response receives immediate correct or incorrect feedback. A score of 8 out of 10 or higher (80%) is required to pass.

Sample Hand Signals

  • Attention and Take Command
  • Forward Movement
  • Backward Movement
  • Turn Right
  • Turn Left
  • Lift
  • Lower
  • Accompanied Movement
  • Indicate Distance
  • Stop
  • OK
  • Chocks Inserted, Stabilizers On
  • Chocks Removed, Stabilizers Off
  • To Interrupt Power Source
  • Stop Engine
  • To Connect
  • To Disconnect
  • Brakes On
  • Brakes Off
  • Clear to Push
  • Negative
  • Slow Down
  • Change of Pushback Direction
  • To Connect Ground Power
  • To Disconnect Ground Power
  • Interphone
  • Air Up
  • Connect to Tow Bar