Aircraft Deicing Management Training Course
A training course for non-spraying management and supervisory teams that takes a holistic view of the requirements of the De/Anti-Icing process
Introduction
Aircraft ground de-icing is a complex and safety-critical operation, particularly for those responsible for supervising or managing it. This Deicing Management training course is designed for non-spraying personnel, combining essential technical knowledge with the key management disciplines required to deliver and manage safe, efficient and compliant de-icing operations.
The course covers aviation regulations, SAE International requirements and industry best practices, including the clean aircraft concept and fluid management. It also explores Safety Management Systems (SMS), focusing on risk assessment, occurrence reporting and training requirements specific to de-icing operations.
The programme concludes with a detailed review of Quality Assurance and Quality Control processes, including preparation for DAQCP audits and understanding audit requirements.
This is a highly interactive course incorporating group exercises and discussions. For maximum effectiveness, it is delivered in a classroom environment.
Duration: 2 days, theory.
Maximum participants: 10 per course.
Delivery method: Theory (Classroom), instructor-led.
Continuing qualification: SAE International do not currently specify and recurrent requirements for this training.
We also offer a comprehensive range of aircraft de-icing and anti-icing training courses designed to support all roles involved in winter operations:
Training for Frontline Spraying Personnel
Designed for operational staff directly involved in aircraft de-icing and anti-icing procedures:
Training for Frontline Non-Spraying Personnel
Awareness training for ramp and operational staff supporting winter operations:
Training for Auditors
Specialist courses for those responsible for oversight, governance and compliance:
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1. Why is it important?
Deicing is so much more than just spraying the aircraft. Its essential all of those involved with Deicing have a good understanding of the basic concepts as well as the overall management requirements required to run a successful operation.
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2. Who should attend?
The course is designed for management and supervisory teams directly or indirectly involved oversee the Deicing process.
Please note: This training is delivered exclusively as an in-company course for organisations. It is not available to private individuals.
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3. Course objectives
To provide participants with a detailed overview of the requirements of running a successful, safe and conformant Deicing operation.
Key Topics
Regulations , Common standards & industry best practice
What is De/Anti-Icing?
De/Anti-Icing Methods
Fluids & Fluid Management
De/Anti-Icing Equipment & Facilities
Safety Emergencies & The Environment
Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Occurrence Reporting
Risk Assessment
Training
Quality Assurance & Quality Control
High Quality Training Materials
Transferring knowledge and skills through the training process can be a demanding activity. Regulation and industry best practice demands that the standard of training is always high.
We supply several organisations with training material for a range of ground operations and ground handling training. Whether it's off the shelf or bespoke, our material is designed to not only be compliant and up-to-date, but also relevant, easy to follow and engaging.
To that make sure that the course material is fully absorbed we have placed an intense focus on producing high quality training materials that can be referred back to by the student whenever they need.
The quality and variety of material, that is used within the training environment, is essential for maintaining engagement, and delivering your training objectives.
Writing training material can be a complex and time-consuming job for any organisation. Ensuring that content is aligned, compliant and appropriately approved can be an arduous task at the best of times, but ensuring that it's also interesting and effective makes it more of a challenge, but we are here to help you.
This is a highly cost effective method of outsourcing a critical but time-consuming task. Whether we design your sessions, train your instructors to deliver our material or whether we deliver it in its entirety, we are likely to have a solution that will meet your requirement.
Typically, material sets can include any or all of:
Participants Guide - provides supplementary, lower level detail to complement the instructors presentation
Instructors Guide - includes lesson plans and a step by step guide on each session
Slide Pack - includes comprehensive visual aids and high level information for participants
Hand-outs - exercises and relevant information for participants
Ready to work together?
Get in touch with us today if this training course sounds right for your workforce and we will get back to you for a consultation.
Alternatively, should you have any specific requirements we would be happy to carry out a detailed training needs analysis to establish what best suits your organisation.
Please note: we only provide this training course for our clients as an 'in company' training course. Unfortunately, we don't offer this course for private individuals.
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