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Exam: Towable Stairs Foundations

Exam: Towable Stairs Foundations
VRVirtual Reality
Duration
3-5 Minutes
Training Type
Initial Training & Recurrent Training
IATA Standard
IATA AHM 1110, Edition 46 & IATA IGOM, Edition 15

Description

This assessment verifies that the trainee has understood all the Towable Stairs foundational lessons. The exam reinforces the operational safety procedures and technical knowledge required for the confident and compliant use of ramps.

Exam Overview

  1. 1Introduction to the exam and its purpose
  2. 2Series of 15 questions covering all Towable Stairs Equipment 101 lessons
  3. 3Immediate feedback for each question to reinforce correct reasoning
  4. 4A minimum score of 80% (12 correct answers) is required to pass

Skills Acquired

  • Recall and apply safety procedures from all Towable Stairs foundational lessons
  • Identify correct functions of stabilizer jacks, safety gate, and towbar latch
  • Demonstrate understanding of proper extendable handrail operation and locking
  • Interpret correct lever use and platform movement indicators
  • Confirm theoretical readiness before proceeding to practical equipment training

Exam Procedure

  • The exam consists of 15 multiple-choice questions, each presenting three to five possible answers.
  • Questions cover all key topics from the foundational lessons: stabilizer jacks, towbar safety, extendable handrails, platform operation, safety gate function, and walkaround inspection.
  • Each correct response is confirmed instantly; incorrect selections trigger corrective feedback.
  • A score of at least 12 correct answers (80%) confirms successful completion; otherwise, the trainee is prompted to revisit core lessons before retesting.

Sample Exam Questions

  • What is the function of the stabilizer jacks on the towable stairs?
  • What is the purpose of the safety gate on the towable stairs?
  • What happens when the towbar is secured into the towbar latch?
  • What must be done before the towable stairs can be moved safely?
  • Which of the following statements about walkaround inspections are TRUE?
  • How can you move the towable stairs by hand?
  • After lifting the towable stairs platform, how do you ensure the safety mechanism for platform height has engaged?
  • Why should you always pull the lower lever after lifting the platform?
  • What is the correct procedure to lower the platform of the towable stairs?
  • What is the function of the front knobs on the extendable handrails?
  • What do you have to do after extending a handrail to its final position?
  • How do you prepare a towable stairs to be towed by a tractor?
  • When should you perform a walkaround of the towable stairs?
  • What should you do if you discover a deflated tire during the walkaround?
  • What should be confirmed about the stair steps during the walkaround?