FOREWORD. Stephen Goodwin General Manager Operations Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd

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1 AIRSIDE DRIVERS HANDBOOK BRISBANE AIRPORT SEPTEMBER 2009

2 FOREWORD This Airside Drivers Handbook (also known as the Rules for Driving Airside at Brisbane Airport ) has been produced by Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Limited (BAC) to supplement the Brisbane Airport Airside Vehicle Control Handbook, in the interests of greater safety on the airside of Brisbane Airport. This Handbook details basic safety rules for drivers of Vehicles on the airside at Brisbane Airport. The intent of these requirements and procedures is to ensure the safe and orderly movement of passengers, aircraft and vehicular traffic. BAC has a general duty of care at common law and obligations under the Civil Aviation Act 1988 and the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 in relation to safety and security issues associated with surface vehicles operating in such areas. In addition BAC has powers under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations 1997and Occupational Health and Safety legislation, to issue directions on matters concerning safety and security at Brisbane Airport, including the control of vehicles on the airside. Failure to comply with the requirements of this Handbook is a breach of regulatory requirements and possible also an operator s right to use the airside. Any such failure will be taken into account by BAC in considering whether to exclude individuals or entities from airside use or operation of motor vehicles. Stephen Goodwin General Manager Operations Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd SEPT

3 CONTENTS PAGE # 1. INTRODUCTION 5 2. DEFINITIONS 5 3. AUTHORITIES AND THEIR IDENTIFICATION Aviation Security Identification Cared (ASIC) Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) Authority to Drive Airside Identification Authority for Use Airside (AUA) Authority for Use Airside Identification State an/or Territory Licence and Operator Competency Requirements 9 4. BASIC SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES Speed Limits Safety in the Vicinity of Aircraft Clearances to Operating Aircraft Red Anti-Collision Beacons and/or Strobes on Aircraft Parking of Vehicles Vehicle Lighting Low Visibility Conditions Towing of Cargo Dollies No Smoking Instructions by an Authorised Person Speed Limits 20Km/h at Terminals Airside Posted Height Under Aerobridges Vehicles Cutting Across the Aprons Portable Movement Area Markers Animals Airside ATC Light Signals Rules of the Road Unpaved/Grassed Areas Radio Transceiver Failure Seatbelts Mobile Telephones 16 3

4 4.20 Vehicle Escort/Supervision Bicycles, Tricycles Motorised Skateboards Other General Rules RUNWAY CROSSINGS TAXIWAY CROSSINGS Taxiway Mike (Twy M) Requirements Taxiway Hotel (Twy H) Requirements NOTIFIABLE ACCIDENTS DISCIPLINARY ACTION Regulatory Imposed Penalties BAC Penalties BAC Penalties Table Airside Speeding AIRSIDE MARKING & SIGNAGE Runway Strip Taxi Hold Points Tug Disconnect Point Live Taxiway Crossing Intermediate Holding Position Markings Apron Services/Perimeter Roads Equipment Parking Areas Safety Area Movement Area Guidance Signs Perimeter Road Signs RADIO PROCEDURES Radiotelephony Procedures Introduction Radio Transceiver Failure Entering the Manoeuvring Area Maintaining a Listening Watch on Manoeuvring areas Some General Tips Airport Map 41 4

5 INTRODUCTION This Airside Drivers Handbook has been produced in the interests of safety and driver education at Brisbane Airport. It details basic safety rules and driving standards required for drivers of vehicles on the Airside of Brisbane Airport. These rules and standards are an important part of the system that Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) has put in place to promote the safe and orderly movement of passengers, aircraft and vehicular traffic airside. The requirements of this Handbook are deemed to be included in the conditions on which BAC issues: (a) (b) an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA); and an Authority for Use Airside (AUA), for Brisbane Airport. Failure to comply with the requirements of this Handbook is a breach of the conditions of issue of an ADA or AUA (as the case may be), and will be taken into account by BAC in considering whether to fine (under the Airports Act Control of On-Airport Activities) suspend or cancel an individual Driver s ADA, or the AUA for a Vehicle. 2. DEFINITIONS 2.1 Aerodrome or Airport: A defined area of land or water (including any buildings, installations and equipment), intended to be used either wholly or in part for the arrival, departure and movement of aircraft. 2.2 Airport: Means Brisbane Airport. 2.3 Airside: The Movement Area of Brisbane Airport, adjacent terrain, roads and buildings or portions thereof, access to which is controlled, as shown on the attached Airside map. 2.4 Approved Issuing Authority: An organisation approved by the Airport Operator (BAC) to issue Category 1, 2, 2A and 3 ADA (see ADA). 2.5 Airside Operations Centre: BAC s airfield operations office which is located at Gate 1, Vitex Street, Brisbane Airport. 2.6 Aircraft Stand (Locally referred to as Bay): That part of Brisbane Airport to be used for: The purpose of enabling passengers to board, or disembark from aircraft; Loading cargo onto, or unloading cargo from aircraft; Refuelling, parking or carrying out maintenance on aircraft. 2.7 Apron: The areas designated on the attached map which incorporate: Aircraft Stands; Aircraft Stand Taxi lanes; Apron Taxi lanes; Apron Taxiways. 2.8 Air Traffic Control (ATC): ATC is Aerodrome and Surface Movement Control. 2.9 Authorised Person: Means a person authorised under an appropriate statutory instrument for the purposes of the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations and includes BAC officers. 5

6 2.10 Authorised Training Officer: An officer of BAC approved by BAC to train and test applicants for an Authority to Drive Airside Authority to Drive Airside (ADA): An authority issued by to a driver for the purpose of driving in certain areas on the Airside Authority for Use Airside (AUA): An authority issued by BAC authorising a Vehicle to be used on the Airside Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC): Means a card issued to an individual on the authority of the Department of Infrastructure which allows access to and identification of persons on duty in Security Restricted Areas of the Airport BAC: Means Brisbane Airport Corporation Pty Ltd, the airport operator for Brisbane Airport Driver: Is any person operating a Vehicle on the Airside of Brisbane Airport Escort: Means the supervision of a Vehicle Airside whereby the supervising person takes responsibility for, and will provide guidance and may take immediate action to prevent an unsafe act by the Vehicle being escorted Foreign Object Debris (FOD): An object or debris capable of causing damage to an aircraft Handbook: This handbook including its attachments Landside: That portion of Brisbane Airport not designated as Airside and to which the general public normally has free access Leased Area: Means a portion of land whose geographic limits are defined in this Handbook (for the purposes of excluding the leased area from the provisions of the Handbook) and on the ground (by green line), and where the lessee is responsible for the control of all vehicles within the boundaries of that leased area Manoeuvring Area: Those parts of Brisbane Airport used for the take-off, landing and taxiing of aircraft, excluding Aprons Markings: Symbols, lines, words and figures displayed on the surface of a Movement Area, or special visual distinguishing features added to Vehicles Movement Area: That part of Brisbane Airport that is used for the surface movement of aircraft including Manoeuvring Areas and Aprons Notifiable Accident: Any Vehicle accident which: Causes personal injury; and/or Causes property damage; and/or Which may involve BAC in litigation Perimeter Road: A road within the Airside to facilitate travel of Vehicles to various areas whilst remaining clear of the Manoeuvring Areas (except in specific areas where a clearly marked perimeter road may cross a Taxiway) Restricted Area/Security Restricted Area: Means any part of the Airport, designated by notices posted by BAC, access to which is restricted to (a) persons holding an authorised identification card valid for that part of the Airport and (b) having a lawful excuse for entry Runway (RWY): A defined rectangular area on a land Aerodrome, prepared for the take-off and landing of aircraft along its length Runway Strip (RWS): A defined area including the Runway and stopway (if provided), intended to reduce the risk of damage to aircraft running off a runway and to protect aircraft flying over it during take-off or landing operations. 6

7 2.29 Security Controlled Airport: An Airport which has been declared by the Department of Transport and Regional Services as a security controlled airport pursuant to section 28(2) of the Aviation Transport Security Act Speed Limit: The Speed Limit in a particular area as specified in paragraph 4.1 of this Handbook Subsidiary: A wholly owned subsidiary Taxiway (TWY): A defined path on a land Aerodrome established for the taxiing of aircraft and intended to provide a link between one part of the Aerodrome and another, including field taxiway, aircraft stand taxi lane, apron taxiway and rapid exit taxiway Vehicle: Any self-propelled ground surface vehicle or mobile equipment (including specialised aircraft servicing vehicles and ramp equipment) Vehicle Operator: The owner or other person, company, Vehicle Operator or Corporation (including government departments, agencies or business enterprises) controlling the operation of one or more Vehicles on Airside, or any person who has rented such a Vehicle for operation by his/her own agents. 3. AUTHORITIES AND THEIR IDENTIFICATION 3.1 Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) At Brisbane Airport Drivers must wear an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) prominently displayed in the region of the chest and carry their current State drivers licence and Authority to Drive Airside at all times. 3.2 Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) Drivers operating Airside must hold an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) for Brisbane Airport. There are four categories of Authority to Drive Airside at Brisbane Airport, and each category represents a distinct area on the Airport that drivers will be authorised to operate within: Authority to Drive Airside Category 1 (Green) An Authority issued by BAC or Approved Issuing Authority, following a satisfactory written test, to a Driver for the purpose of driving on Perimeter Roads only (this may include crossing specific Taxiways where the Perimeter Road crossing the Taxiway is marked, and when the Driver has received specific training to be able to do so). This Authority will be valid for a maximum of two years. Authority to Drive Airside Category 2 (Orange) An Authority issued by BAC or Approved Issuing Authority, following a satisfactory written test, to a Driver for the purpose of driving on the Perimeter Roads and Aircraft Stands (this may include crossing specific Taxiways where the Perimeter Road crossing the Taxiway is marked, and when the Driver has received specific training to be able to do so). This Authority will be valid for a maximum of two years. Authority to Drive Airside Category 2A (Blue) An Authority issued by BAC or Approved Issuing Authority following a satisfactory written test, to a Driver for the purpose of driving on the Perimeter Roads and Aprons (this may include crossing specific Taxiways where the Perimeter Road crossing the Taxiway is marked, and when the Driver has received specific training to be able to do so). This Authority will be valid for a maximum of two years. Authority to Drive Airside Category 3 (Red) An Authority issued only by BAC, following a satisfactory written and practical test by BAC, to a Driver for the purpose of driving on all Movement Areas. This Authority will be valid for a maximum of two years. To qualify for this Authority, a Driver must hold an Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). 7

8 An Authority to Drive Airside is not transferable between individuals or between airports. Application Before applying for an Authority to Drive Airside, a Driver must satisfy the following requirements: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Has an operational need to drive unescorted on the Airside frequently; Holds a current State or Territory (not necessarily the State or Territory in which an application is requested) drivers licence for the type of Vehicle intended to be driven and, where appropriate, is endorsed with a Vehicle Operator certificate of competency or licence to cover the specific type or types of Vehicles or equipment to be operated and is able to operate the Vehicle or equipment concerned in a competent and safe manner; Is proficient in the terminology used to describe the Airside and is familiar with the Airport layout relevant to his/her driving duties; Understands the significance and meaning of Apron signs and Markings; If required to operate on the Manoeuvring Area, holds an Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by CASA (or other approved issuing authority) and is able to comprehend visual signals that may be issued by ATC; As the Airport is a Security Controlled Airport, holds an Aviation Security Identification Card for the Airport; Has completed prior to testing, sufficient training to be fully conversant with the contents of this Handbook; and Has completed the following minimum times as a Trainee in a Vehicle on the Airside: 8 (eight) hours in relation to an Authority to Drive Airside Category 1, 2, 2A, and 3. An applicant s employer must certify that the above training requirements have been satisfied on the BAC ADA Applicant Log Book as provided prior to testing. 3.3 Authority to Drive Airside Identification Drivers must carry both their ADA and their State or Territory licences at all times when in charge of a Vehicle Airside. Whenever a Driver is, or is apparently in charge of a Vehicle Airside, that Driver must comply with a direction from an Authorised Person to produce their ADA and/or State or Territory licence. 3.4 Authority for Use Airside (AUA) Vehicles operating Airside at Brisbane Airport must have an Authority for Use Airside (AUA) for Brisbane Airport and on display at all times. Vehicle Disposal When a Vehicle Operator disposes of a Vehicle for which an AUA is held, the Vehicle Operator must remove the AUA windscreen label from the Vehicle and notify BAC in writing within 24 hours of disposal of the Vehicle. Vehicle Requirements Vehicles must: Be registered for use on public roads, and meet the mechanical and roadworthiness requirement under the law of the State of Queensland; or 8

9 In the case of a specialist Airport Vehicle, the Vehicle must meet industry standards, if any, for such a vehicle and/or the IATA specifications, if any, for such a Vehicle. 3.5 Authority for Use Airside Identification The current AUA for a vehicle must be displayed on the Driver s side of the windscreen, or in a holder facing outwards from the front of the Vehicle and readily visible from outside the Vehicle. Expired Brisbane AUA s or AUA s from other airports must be removed. 3.6 State and/or Territory Licence and Operator Competency Requirements An ADA can only be issued to a Driver with the appropriate Licence who holds a State or Territory drivers licence, or holds a Vehicle Operator certificate of competency or licence to cover the specific types of Vehicles or equipment to be operated, and is able to operate the vehicle or equipment concerned in a competent and safe manner. Where a Driver who holds an ADA loses his/her State or Territory drivers licence and is unable to obtain a special licence through the courts to either drive to and from work or to drive as part of his/her employment, the holder of the ADA must immediately notify the Vehicle Operator and BAC. All application forms for an ADA or AUA and indemnity are On Line at the Brisbane Airport Corporation Website under Corporate / Working at Brisbane Airport / Operating Vehicles Airside. 4. BASIC SAFETY RULES AND PROCEDURES 4.1 Speed Limits Drivers must obey all regulatory signs and (unless otherwise indicated by signs) adhere to the following speed limits: Within 15 metres of an aircraft: 10km/h Elsewhere on the apron area: 40km/h On the Airside road in front of the Domestic and International Terminals and the General Aviation Apron: 20km/h (refer to 4.11) On the taxiways: as required On the runways: as required Perimeter roads: 40km/h or as posted in specific areas In any event, where a Speed Limit is indicated by a sign, this shall be the Speed Limit for the area (This speed limit is the maximum speed for ideal conditions and must be reduced when driving and visibility conditions deteriorate) When Low Visibility Procedures are declared by ATC, when Airside Vehicles are permitted to travel between Gate 1 and Aprons, the Speed Limit on the Airside will be a maximum of 20km/h. 4.2 Safety in the Vicinity of Aircraft To ensure safe operation of Vehicles in the vicinity of aircraft on Brisbane Airport, Drivers: Must give way to moving aircraft at all times even when the aircraft are under tow; Must stay well clear of aircraft when their red anti-collision beacons are operating; Must not drive Vehicles between passengers moving to or from an aircraft, disrupting the passenger flow; 9

10 4.2.4 Must not use Vehicles to service, load or unload an aircraft unless a representative of the aircraft operator or his/her agent is present to direct the movements of that Vehicle; and Must not operate a Vehicle in reverse in the vicinity of aircraft unless under the guidance of another person or unless he/she has established it is absolutely safe to do so. The only Vehicles permitted on the Apron areas and Apron taxi lanes are: Vehicles directly connected with the refuelling or servicing of an aircraft; Vehicles carrying heavy or awkward articles of freight which cannot be handled by normal freight trolleys; Vehicles directly associated with Aerodrome works; Vehicles approved by BAC; Ambulance, Police and Fire vehicles in emergency circumstances and under escort (Airport Rescue Fire Fighting Units excluded); or Vehicles too high (above 3.8m). Drivers must also be aware of safety distances when driving in the vicinity of stationary aircraft (refer to 4.1). Drivers must: Not drive Vehicles within 3 metres of a parked aircraft, except when required for the servicing of that aircraft; and Keep Vehicles a minimum of 15 metres clear of refuelling aircraft. Note: It is a driver s responsibility to ensure that a vehicle is mechanically sound and in a safe condition for Airside operations (refer to 3.4). 4.3 Clearances to Operating Aircraft Vehicle operators and personnel must always be aware of the dangers of Jet Blast, propeller injury and potential ingestion when in proximity to operating aircraft engines. Drivers of Vehicles and equipment must ensure safe distances are maintained at all times to operating aircraft. Aircraft manoeuvring must not be constrained and wingtip clearances to Vehicles and equipment must be maintained. For aircraft manoeuvring in the vicinity of an Aircraft Stand, the aircraft to object required separation is: CODE Separation (metres) A 3.0 B 3.0 C 4.5 D 7.5 E 7.5 F 12.0 For aircraft on an Apron taxi lane, the aircraft to object required separation is: CODE Separation (metres) A 4.5 B 4.5 C 6.5 D 10.0 E

11 F 15.5 For aircraft on a Taxiway, the aircraft to object required separation is: CODE Separation (metres) A 8.75 B 9.5 C 8.0 D 14.5 E 15.0 F 17.5 Typical aircraft are: CODE Maximum Wingspan (metres) A 15.0 e.g. Cessna 310 B 24.0 e.g. Beechcraft 1900, Shorts-360 C 36.0 e.g. Boeing 737, de-havilland Dash- 8 D 52.0 e.g. Boeing 767, Airbus A310 E 65.0 e.g. Boeing 747, Airbus A330 F 84.0 e.g. Antonov-124, C5B-Galaxy, A380 Vehicles and equipment must remain at least 15 metres clear of the engines of an operating aircraft unless specifically associated with the servicing of that aircraft. If the Vehicle, the operator or personnel are associated with servicing of an aircraft then they are responsible for maintaining safe clearances and work practices in accordance with their company operating procedures and instructions. Aircraft characteristics manuals also provide detail on engine intake and exhaust clearance zones. In addition, Civil Aviation Order 20.9 requires the following clearances to the rear of, and, within a 15 degree arc either side of the exhaust outlet of an operating aircraft engine: Engine Type Power Condition Minimum Distance (metres) Turbo-prop At or below normal slow taxiing 15.0 power Turbo-prop At power used to initiate 23.0 movement of a stationary aircraft Turbo-jet At or below normal slow taxiing power 30.0 Turbo-jet At power used to initiate 46.0 movement of a stationary aircraft Civil Aviation Order 20.9 also requires vehicles, equipment and personnel to remain clear of operating aircraft radar equipment with a nominal peak power output rating in excess of 25kW. The following distances apply: Radar energised normal mode with antenna rotating 37.0 metres; and Radar energised antenna stationary 60.0 metres. 11

12 It is the aircraft operator s responsibility to ensure these clearances are complied with. Vehicle Operators must maintain these clearances on advice from the aircraft operator that the radar system is active. 4.4 Red Anti-Collision Beacons and/or Strobes on Aircraft The red anti-collision beacons and/or strobes on aircraft, when activated, indicate that the aircraft is: Operational and the crew are in the cockpit; and/or About to start up; and/or About to be pushed back, or towed. 4.5 Parking of Vehicles Vehicles must not be parked where they will obstruct aircraft, other Vehicles, pedestrians or any access doors from terminals or airport buildings. On Apron areas Vehicles and equipment must only be parked within the defined equipment parking areas. Vehicles left unattended on the Airside are to be left with doors closed but unlocked, with keys in the ignition switch and handbrake on. Vehicles containing potential hazardous material such as aircraft fuel tankers must be stored in designated areas only. Fuel tankers must not be stored adjacent to terminal buildings or other publicly- accessible zones. 4.6 Vehicle Lighting Between sunset and sunrise or in conditions when visibility is less than 800 metres, Vehicle lighting must be switched on, headlights (dipped) and tail lights operating. All Vehicles operating on the Manoeuvring Area shall carry an amber rotating beacon or amber flashing light on the highest part of the vehicle so as to provide 360 degrees visibility unless accompanied by another vehicle so equipped (This requirement does not apply to service vehicles used exclusively on Aprons). 4.7 Low Visibility Conditions When aircraft movements are in progress during declared Low Visibility Conditions, vehicular movements on the Manoeuvring Area shall be restricted to those vehicles under the control of ARFFS personnel, BAC Airside Operations Officers and other Vehicles when escorted by an Airside Operations Officer. For all low visibility operations non-essential vehicles will not be permitted on the Manoeuvring Area. Under declared Low Visibility Procedures all non-essential vehicles operating on the Airside will cease operations. The operation of Vehicles essential to continued aircraft operations shall be minimised and kept under strict movement control. Any other Vehicles requiring to operate on or adjacent to aircraft Movement Areas shall only be permitted to do so if under the direct control of BAC Airport Operations Officers or airline Ramp Supervisor on airline Aprons. 4.8 Towing of Cargo Dollies Drivers towing cargo dollies or dolly trains: Must not operate with a train of dollies in excess of six (6), unless specifically authorised by BAC; and Must ensure when towing dollies carrying loose material, garbage or waste paper, that the load is adequately covered and secured to prevent spillage; and Must ensure that dollies being towed at night have reflective surfaces. 12

13 Remove all shrink wrap and dispose of in a safe manner to avoid creating a hazard. 4.9 No Smoking The entire Airside at Brisbane Airport is designated as a No Smoking Area. Smoking is prohibited in all Airside Areas including inside Vehicles that are Airside. (Penalties Apply) Airports (Control of on Airport Activities) Regulations No-smoking areas (1) The airport-operator company for a regulated airport may decide that an area at the airport is to be a no-smoking area. (2) The airport-operator company must put up a prominent sign bearing the words No Smoking in a no-smoking area. 142 Smoking prohibited (1) A person must not smoke in a no-smoking area if the area is an area for which there is a sign of the kind required by subregulation 141 (1). Penalty: 5 penalty units. (1A) An offence against subregulation (1) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (2) A contravention of subregulation (1) is an infringement notice offence Instructions by an Authorised Person Drivers must comply with instructions given by an Authorised Person. Drivers must produce an Australian State or Territory driver s licence and Authority to Drive Airside upon demand by an Authorised Person. Where a Driver: has breached these Rules for Driving Airside at Brisbane Airport; or has been involved in an accident, that driver must produce their Australian State or Territory driver s licence and Authority to Drive Airside if a person having reasonable grounds asks to inspect them. Drivers on the Manoeuvring Area must obey all instructions given by Air Traffic or Surface Movement Controllers Speed Limits 20 km/h at Terminals Airside The Speed Limit on the Airside road in front of the Domestic and International Terminals and the General Aviation Apron is 20 km/h. This speed limit is rigorously enforced. These areas are also designated as Shared Zones, where there are a large number of personnel operating in the area. Drivers must be aware of the potential for pedestrians. Share Zone areas are clearly signposted and monitored by speed detecting laser equipment. 13

14 4.11.1Posted Height Under Aerobridges The posted height on the Apron service road, under the aerobridges at both the International Terminal and the Domestic Terminal is 3.8 metres Vehicles Cutting Across the Aprons Vehicles are not permitted to take short-cuts across the Aprons and Apron taxi lanes as detailed below: Vehicles must not cut across the Northern Domestic Apron (northern end of the Domestic Terminal) from the Perimeter Road driving across the taxi lane on their way to the Qantas Satellite Bays 18 and 19. Vehicles must not cut across the Southern Domestic Apron (southern end of the Domestic Terminal) from the Perimeter Road at Bay 60 driving across the taxi lane on their way to the Virgin Blue Satellite Bays 47 and 48. On the Logistics Apron Vehicles are not to be driven along the former terminal frontage, but are to proceed within the marked lanes on the Apron located behind parked aircraft. Vehicle speed is restricted to 20km/h. Vehicles towing trolleys/dollies and/or carrying freight are to make their deliveries via the Perimeter Road and the marked Apron roadways, to the appropriate bay, then onto the apron. Category 1 and 2 drivers detected driving on Aprons to shortcut required routes will have their Authority to Drive Airside suspended immediately Portable Movement Area Markers Unserviceability (U/S) Markers (Red & White Banded Cones) 14

15 When used, these markers indicate areas are not available to aircraft. These markers are not to be used to exclude persons or Vehicles. Note: Steady red lights are used at night or during low visibility conditions to supplement U/S markers. Works Limit Markers (Orange Witches Hats) When used, these markers indicate areas not available to persons and equipment. Note: Steady amber lights are used at night to supplement witches hats Airside Animals All animals (e.g. dogs, etc) must be restrained inside an appropriate container or cage before being permitted entry to Airside. Once Airside, animals are not to be released for any reason from their containers or cages. Airport agencies may be excluded from this condition. Permission will not to be granted for contractors to take their dogs, etc Airside, even though they may be restrained on a leash. Animals Landside should also be tethered to prevent them gaining Airside access. For Airside livestock transfers, compliance with Section 2-19 Livestock Transfers of the BAC Aerodrome Manual is required ATC Light Signals If a Driver receives light signals from the Control Tower, that driver must respond to them promptly. The key points are: They are used when radio communications have broken down; They emanate from inside the Control Tower cabin, not on top, which is the rotating beacon; The signals are activated by the ATC personnel in the Tower; and The signals have a very narrow beam. If you see it, it s meant for YOU. The signals are seldom used, usually with the loss of communications or an emergency situation. The signals are: GREEN FLASHES STEADY RED Permission to cross Runway or to move onto a Taxiway. Stop immediately. 15

16 RED FLASHES Move off the runway or taxiway and watch out for aircraft. WHITE FLASHES Vacate the Manoeuvring Area in accordance with local instructions. Note: In emergency conditions or if the signals are not observed, the following meaning will be indicated by lighting Flashing Runway or Taxiway Lighting Vacate the manoeuvring area and observe the Control Tower for light signal. All Vehicles operating on the Manoeuvring Area must have the standard Control Tower signals label affixed ensuring it is clearly visible to the Driver Rules of the Road When two or more Vehicles on the Manoeuvring Area are near each other, unless otherwise directed by ATC, the normal rules of the State Road Laws shall apply as for right hand drive vehicles (e.g. pass approaching vehicles keeping to your left of that vehicle) Unpaved/Grassed Areas Parking vehicles/equipment or travel across or onto unpaved or un-grassed areas, unless expressly directed by ATC, is not to be undertaken because: Airside drainage may not be readily visible; Drains are not marked; Minimum topsoil exists on the grassed areas; Mud, gravel, sand and grass would be tracked when returning onto the sealed paved areas and become a FOD problem for aircraft; Having a Vehicle disabled or bogged within the Taxiway strips (the unmarked Taxiway strip 47.5 metres both sides of the Taxiway centre line) could create aircraft surface movement problems. Contractors undertaking Airside works that require Vehicles to be operated on unpaved areas will be required to have equipment and resources ready to undertake sweeping and cleaning of aircraft pavements that are crossed. Contractors may be required to restrict Vehicle manoeuvring to defined routes Radio Transceiver Failure If radio communications are lost during approach to a Runway crossing or during normal surface movement within the Taxiway system, the Driver should immediately recheck his/her transceiver settings and observe the Control Tower for signalling. If no signals are apparent, the Driver should, with due care and attention, vacate the Manoeuvring Area without attempting a Runway crossing, checking for Control Tower signals at all times until radio communications can be re-established Seatbelts Where fitted, seatbelts must be worn by occupants of Vehicles on the Perimeter Roads Mobile Telephones A Driver must not operate a Vehicle while answering or using a hand-held mobile telephone. 16

17 4.20 Vehicle Escort / Supervision BAC Airside Operations Officers may, depending on available resources at the time, provide an escort service for a Vehicle not authorised to be driven Airside, or a Driver not authorised to drive Airside. BAC Airside Operations Officers or an ADA holder with the appropriate Category of ADA, may provide escort or supervision by: Driving an authorised Vehicle as an escort for the escorted / supervised Vehicle; or Riding in the escorted / supervised Vehicle; or Accompanying the escorted / supervised Vehicle on foot. Vehicle activity by the escorted / supervised Vehicle is restricted to the Airside areas that the escorting ADA holder is licensed for. Escorted / supervised Vehicles must remain at a distance of no more than 20 metres and not less than 5 metres from the escorting Vehicle, and follow in the lead Vehicle s tracks. It is the escorting Driver s responsibility to ensure the Driver of the escorted / supervised Vehicle is aware of the requirement to maintain the above distances and tracking Bicycles, Tricycles, Motorised Skateboards Motorised skateboards and similar devices are not permitted Airside. No person is to ride a bicycle or tricycle Airside without the written permission of BAC. Any person riding a bicycle or tricycle Airside must be the holder of an appropriate and current ADA, and must comply with these Rules for Driving Airside at Brisbane Airport. Bicycles and tricycles: Must be the property of a company with approval from BAC to operate bicycles and/ or tricycles Airside on Brisbane Airport; and Must be used solely for company operational purposes. Bicycles and tricycles: Are not permitted on Manoeuvring Areas; Are not permitted to operate in darkness; and Are to be equipped and maintained to a standard applicable to that required on public roads. The operator of a bicycle or tricycle must wear a bicycle helmet designed to the relevant Australian Standard and a reflective vest Other General Rules Drivers must comply with the Handbook provided to them by BAC or an Approved Issuing Authority. All Drivers are to ensure that they remain current and up to date with the latest amendment to the Rules for Driving Airside at Brisbane Airport, issued by BAC. All vehicles using the Airside must be readily identifiable by the clear display of company operator logos on both sides of the Vehicle s exterior. The logos must be readable from a distance of 15 metres. Penalty: Vehicle Operators not complying with this requirement shall have the Vehicle s AUA immediately cancelled. Drivers must ensure that all Vehicles (Utes, Open trays, Buggies etc) that have the 17

18 potential to and/or are capable of carrying loose material (such as tools, equipment, garbage, waste paper, components or other materials etc) that when carrying such material airside, that the load is adequately covered and secured to prevent spillage or FOD. Covers or nets should remain within the vehicle at all times to be accessible when required for travelling airside with a load. All vehicles fitted with rubbish bins must have a secure lid to ensure FOD does not litter apron areas and airside roads. Penalty: Vehicle Operators not complying with this requirement shall have the Vehicle s AUA cancelled. Only vehicles with prior BAC approval, and equipped with a radio capable of two way communication with Surface Movement Control (ATC), are permitted to operate on the Manoeuvring Areas. Non-radio equipped vehicles may however be escorted by an appropriate radio equipped Vehicle. Vehicles must not be driven in a manner likely to endanger the safety of any person. Vehicles must not be driven when Drivers are affected by alcohol or drugs to an extent that would preclude that Driver lawfully driving on public roads under State laws. A Vehicle must not be operated in reverse unless under guidance of another person or he/she has established that it is absolutely safe to do so. No person shall ride on or operate a Vehicle when the passenger/cargo load is in excess of the designated capacity of that Vehicle. Remember No Seat No Ride! Wherever possible Vehicle movements on the Apron area shall be via defined vehicle access lanes. Vehicles are to use roadways (where marked) to traverse Aprons. However, this restriction does not apply to vehicles while in radio contact with Air Traffic Control. On the International and Domestic Aprons Vehicles are to proceed to the terminal frontage remaining within the Vehicle lanes as indicated by continuous white lines and restricting speed to 20 km/h. Movement Area works No aircraft or ground Vehicle except a Works Safety Officer s Vehicle may enter any part of the Movement Area that is marked off by either: o o Unserviceability markers/red steady lights; or Orange works limit markers/amber lights. When Manoeuvring Area Works that cannot be returned to operational status within 10 minutes are undertaken, advice is issued by NOTAM. Works requiring a recall time of more than 30 minutes will be marked with U/S markers or steady red lights. Time limited works (less than 30 minutes recall) are not marked by U/S markers or steady red lights. Drivers should contact BAC on if unsure of these requirements. 5. RUNWAY CROSSINGS Runway crossings are only to be undertaken when it is operationally necessary to do so. Such as the towing of an aircraft or the relocation of tugs to and from the maintenance facilities for operational purposes. All other administrative traffic must use the Perimeter Road system. Drivers must secure all loose items on Vehicles so that these do not become potential FOD. Tow bars must be checked for serviceability before towing aircraft. 18

19 Consideration must be given to ATC workloads in peak hour Runway movement conditions in requests for Runway crossings. Approved Vehicles seeking to cross the Runway must comply with the following: Be under the control of a Category 3 ADA holder, All open Vehicles must have head phones fitted for contact with ATC; Even when cleared to cross, Drivers must conduct visual checks for aircraft on or approaching the Runway before crossing; All aircraft must be checked for loose items, covers, prop straps, Pitot tube covers etc; All persons, including Drivers of Vehicles required to hold short of a Runway, must hold at the appropriate holding point for that Runway, or the runway strip edge (the line of gable markers); All persons, including Drivers of Vehicles, in receipt of a clearance from ATC to enter a runway, must hold short of an intersecting runway except when an instruction CROSS RUNWAY (number) has been issued; Airside Drivers must, whilst waiting to cross: o o o o Remain outside the Runway Strip gable markers; Observe for all aircraft on or approaching the Runway; Be prepared to relocate to another Taxiway in case a landing aircraft requires to vacate the Runway via the Taxiway where the Driver is located; Be capable of describing their exact location at any time (e.g. on Taxiway B between B6 and B7). Remember another vehicle or aircraft could be waiting to cross the runway elsewhere. The ONLY ATC Surface Movement Controller (SMC) instruction authorizing YOUR runway crossing, must contain BOTH your CALLSIGN and word CROSS. Example: TUG THIRTY TWO CROSS the runway When you are not sure both were spoken by SMC say, confirm still clear to cross TUG Thirty Two? DO NOT move until both your callsign and word CROSS have been spoken. The following words do not authorize a Runway Crossing: Approved. Go ahead. Yes. Go. Affirmative. Roger. Proceed. 6. TAXIWAY CROSSINGS At a number of points along the airside Perimeter Road, there are crossings of operational Taxiways. These crossings are at Taxiways: Hotel 3 ; Hotel 4 ; Lima ; and Mike. Vehicular traffic crossing of these Taxiways shall be by obeying the warning and regulatory signs. Stop, observe for aircraft approaching and only proceed when clear. 6.1 Taxiway Mike (TWY M) Requirements 19

20 All Drivers should be aware that TWY M is designated as an Apron east of the perimeter road to the maintenance facilities. TWY M between the Perimeter Road and the 01/19 RWS is an active TWY and requires a Category 3 Authority to Drive Airside. As a result, all Drivers travelling along TWY M must hold a current Category 2, 2A or 3 Authority to Drive Airside. When driving along the Taxiway, Drivers are to drive on the left hand side, as close as possible to the Taxiway strength lines (yellow). To enhance safety, and to prevent unauthorised vehicles from entering the Runway Strip, all Drivers except those towing aircraft must STOP in line with the signs as indicated below: Failure to stop at the signs is a serious safety breach and will result in the immediate suspension of the Driver s Authority to Drive Airside. 6.2 Taxiway Hotel (TWY H) Requirements The TWY H system is designated for aircraft movement ONLY. TWY H is not to be used as a vehicle shortcut from the Perimeter Road to the General Aviation Maintenance area. Only authorised vehicles, which have sought and received approval from ATC are permitted to travel on TWY H1, H2, H3 and H4. A Category 3 Authority to Drive Airside is required. For Vehicles requiring access to the maintenance facilities, access is via the Perimeter Road, to the area of the junction of TWY H1/H2 with TWY H2N/H2S. If safe to do so, (eg. no aircraft approaching or moving on the Taxiways) Vehicles may use the eastern side of the TWY H2N and H2S to gain access to the various maintenance facilities. Clearance from ATC is not required for movement along the eastern edge of TWYS H2N and H2S. A Category 2, 2A Authority to Drive Airside is required. Unauthorised drivers detected driving on TWYS H1, H2, H3 or H4 will have their Authority to Drive Airside immediately suspended, as this is a serious safety breach. 7. NOTIFIABLE ACCIDENTS A Driver becoming involved in a Vehicle accident on Airside: Causing personal injury; and/or Causes property damage; and/or Which may involve BAC in litigation, MUST: immediately report details of the accident to his/her employer. The employer shall immediately notify BAC staff at the Airside Operations Centre located at Gate 1 who will investigate. All Drivers must co-operate with BAC in investigating the accident which has been notified. 8. DISCPLINARY ACTION 20

21 A person who breaches the conditions of this Handbook or who drives in a negligent manner may have his/her Authority to Drive Airside suspended or withdrawn. Authorised officers of BAC have the authority to control Drivers on Airside and any warnings issued by them will be recorded against the offending Drivers. BAC may at any time withdraw or suspend an Authority for Use Airside or an Authority to Drive Airside. 8.1 Regulatory Imposed Penalties Regulation 117 of the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations provides that: (1) The airport-operator company for a regulated airport may decide that an area on the airside of the airport is to be a no-standing area. (2) The airport-operator company for a regulated airport may decide that an area on the airside of the airport is to be a limited no-standing area. (3) The airport-operator company must ensure that the area is prominently and clearly marked as a no-standing area or limited no-standing area (by a sign, by lines, or in some other way). (4) The sign or marking of the area must clearly indicate: (a) whether a vehicle may be stopped in the area; or (b) if the area is a limited no-standing area at what times, under what conditions, or for what purposes, a vehicle may be stopped in the area. 118 Offence parking in a designated no-parking area (1) A person must not park a vehicle in a designated no-parking area. Penalty: 3 penalty units. (2) A person must not park a vehicle in a designated limited no-parking area in contravention of the posted conditions of parking in the area. Penalty: 3 penalty units. Note For the meaning of in contravention of the posted conditions of parking in an area, see subregulation 115 (2). (3) A person who is directed to park a vehicle in a designated no-parking area or designated limited no-parking area by an authorised person must do so in accordance with the direction. Penalty: 3 penalty units. (3A) An offence against subregulation (1), (2) or (3) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (3B) It is a defence to a prosecution under subregulation (1) or (2) that the person who parked the vehicle: (a) was the driver of an emergency vehicle and was attending an emergency; or (b) was directed by an authorised person to park the vehicle in the area. Note A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to whether or not he or she was the driver of an emergency vehicle attending an emergency, or was directed by an authorised person to park the vehicle in the area (see subsection 13.3 (3) of the Criminal Code). (4) Contravention of subregulation (1), (2) or (3) is an infringement notice offence. Note For infringement notice offences, see Part Offence stopping in a designated no-standing area (1) A person must not stop a vehicle in a designated no-standing area. Penalty: 3 penalty units. 21

22 (2) A person must not stop a vehicle in a designated limited no-standing area in contravention of the posted conditions of stopping in the area. Penalty: 3 penalty units. Note For the meaning of in contravention of the posted conditions of stopping in an area, see subregulation 115 (2). (3) A person who is directed to stop a vehicle in a designated no-standing area or designated limited no-standing area by an authorised person must do so in accordance with the direction. Penalty: 3 penalty units. (3A) An offence against subregulation (1), (2) or (3) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (3B) It is a defence to a prosecution under subregulation (1) that the person who stopped the vehicle: (a) was the driver of an emergency vehicle and was attending an emergency; or (b) was directed by an authorised person to stop the vehicle in the area. Note A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to whether or not he or she was the driver of an emergency vehicle attending an emergency, or was directed by an authorised person to stop the vehicle in the area (see subsection 13.3 (3) of the Criminal Code). (4) Contravention of subregulation (1), (2) or (3) is an infringement notice offence. Note For infringement notice offences, see Part Authorised person may direct that a vehicle may be moved (1) An authorised person may direct the driver of a vehicle that is parked in a designated noparking area, or stopped in a designated no-standing area, to move the vehicle. (2) The driver of a vehicle must comply with a direction under subregulation (1). Penalty: 3 penalty units. (2A) An offence against subregulation (2) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (3) Contravention of subregulation (2) is an infringement notice offence. Note For infringement notice offences, see Part 7. (4) In this regulation: driver of a vehicle includes any adult who appears to be the driver of the vehicle, whether or not he or she is sitting in the driver s seat of the vehicle. 121 Authorised persons The Secretary may appoint as an authorised person for a provision or provisions of this Division: (a) an officer of the Department; or (b) a protective service officer or special protective service officer of the Australian Federal Police; or (c) an employee of an airport-operator company, or of a contractor to an airport-operator company; or (d) a person authorised under the law of a State or Territory to prosecute offences related to the parking of vehicles. 123 Vehicles not to be taken onto or operated airside (1) A person must not take a vehicle onto, or operate a vehicle on, the airside of a regulated airport (e.g. Brisbane Airport) unless: 22

23 (a) (b) the person holds an ADA and the vehicle is the subject of an AUA; or the vehicle is escorted by a person authorised, in accordance with the Vehicle Control Handbook, to provide airside vehicle escort services. Penalty: 5 penalty units (2) A person escorted under paragraph (1)(b) must comply with a reasonable direction given by the escort. Penalty: 5 penalty units 129 Driver of vehicle must show authority etc (1) In this regulation: ASIC means a card or similar form of identification: (a) that was issued to a person for security identification purposes under the Air Navigation Regulations; or (b) that: (i) was issued to the person by an airport operator (including the Federal Airports Corporation), an aircraft operator or the Secretary to allow the person unescorted access to a security restricted area, or part of a security restricted area, of an airport; and (ii) if there are provisions of the Air Navigation Regulations about ASICs is valid as an ASIC for those provisions. (2) An authorised person may ask the driver of a vehicle to show the authorised person: ( a) the driver s ADA; or (b) the AUA for the vehicle; or (c) the driver s ASIC. (3) The driver must comply with the request. Penalty: 1 penalty unit. (3A) An offence against subregulation (3) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (4) A contravention of subregulation (3) is an infringement notice offence. 130 Vehicles to be kept clear of aircraft (1) A person must not drive, stop or park a vehicle within 3 metres of an aircraft. Penalty: 3 penalty units. (1A) An offence against subregulation (1) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (1B) It is a defence to a prosecution under subregulation (1) that: (a) the vehicle: (i) was of a kind normally used for servicing, refuelling, loading, unloading, towing or pushing the aircraft; and (ii) was being used to do so; or (b) the vehicle was an emergency vehicle and was being used in connection with an emergency on the aircraft or in the vicinity of the aircraft. Note A defendant bears an evidential burden in relation to the capabilities and use of the vehicle mentioned in subregulation (1B) (see subsection 13.3 (3) of the Criminal Code). (2) A contravention of subregulation (1) is an infringement notice offence. 131 Vehicle being driven dangerously etc may be removed 23

24 (1) If an authorised person considers that a vehicle is being driven, or is stopped or parked, on the airside of an airport in a manner that is likely to be a danger to a person or to property (including other vehicles and aircraft), or that is likely to interfere with the operation of the airport, the authorised person may direct the driver of the vehicle to remove it from airside. (2) The driver of the vehicle must comply with a direction under sub-regulation (1). Penalty: 5 penalty units (2A) An offence against subregulation (2) is an offence of strict liability. Note For strict liability, see section 6.1 of the Criminal Code. (3) A contravention of sub-regulation (2) is an infringement notice offence. (4) If the driver of the vehicle cannot be found, or refuses to comply with the direction, the authorised person (with whatever assistance is reasonably necessary) may move the vehicle to a place within the airport approved for the purpose by the airport-operator company. 133 Withdrawal of Authority to Drive Airside (1) The airport-operator company for a regulated airport may withdraw a person s ADA on the airport if the person operates a vehicle on the airside of the airport: (a) otherwise than in accordance with: (i) his or her ADA; or (ii) the vehicle s AUA (if any); or (iii) the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook for the airport; or (iv) a direction of an employee of the airport-operator company; or (b) in a manner likely to cause injury to a person, or damage to property (including an aircraft or another vehicle). (2) If the airport-operator company considers that there may be reasons why an ADA should be withdrawn, it must invite the holder of the ADA, in writing, to show cause why the ADA should not be withdrawn. (3) The criteria to be applied by the airport-operator company in deciding whether or not to withdraw an ADA are the criteria (if any) set out for that purpose in the Handbook. (4) If an airport-operator company withdraws a person s ADA, it must tell the person of the withdrawal, in writing, as soon as practicable. 134 Withdrawal of Authority for Use Airside (1) The airport-operator company for a regulated airport may withdraw an AUA if the vehicle to which it applies has been operated on the airside of the airport: (a) otherwise than in accordance with: (i) the driver s ADA; or (ii) the vehicle s AUA (if any); or (iii) the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook for the airport; or (iv) a direction of an employee of the airport-operator company; or (b) in a manner likely to cause injury to a person, or damage to property (including an aircraft or another vehicle). (2) If the airport-operator company considers that there may be reasons why an AUA should be withdrawn, it must invite the holder of the ADA, in writing, to show cause why the AUA should not be withdrawn. (3) The criteria to be applied by the airport-operator company in deciding whether or not to withdraw an AUA are the criteria (if any) set out for that purpose in the Handbook. (4) If an airport-operator company withdraws an AUA, it must tell the owner of the vehicle of the withdrawal, in writing, as soon as practicable. 24

25 Infringement notices 144 Definitions for Part 7 In this Part: authorised person, for an infringement notice offence, means a person appointed by the Secretary as an authorised person for the provision of these Regulations that creates the offence. infringement notice offence means an offence that is declared to be an infringement notice offence by a provision of these Regulations. owner, for a vehicle, means: (a) if the vehicle is registered under a law of a State or Territory for the registration of vehicles the registered owner; or (b) for any other vehicle the person who is legally entitled to possession of the vehicle. 145 When an infringement notice can be issued If an authorised person has reason to believe that a person has committed an infringement notice offence, he or she may issue an infringement notice to the person in accordance with this Part. 146 Service of infringement notices (1) An infringement notice must be served on the person to whom it is issued. (2) An infringement notice may be served on an individual: (a) by giving it to the individual; or (b) by leaving it at, or by sending it by post to, the address of the place of residence or business of the individual that is last known to the authorised person; or Federal Register of Legislative Instruments F2009C00194 Infringement notices Part 7 (c) by giving it, at the place of residence or business of the individual that is last known to the authorised person, to another person who is, or is reasonably believed by the authorised person to be, above the age of 16 years and apparently an occupant of, or employed at, the place. (3) An infringement notice may be served on a corporation: (a) by sending it by post to the head office, registered office, principal office or other postal address of the corporation; or (b) by giving it to a person who is, or is reasonably believed by the authorised person to be: (i) an officer of, or in the service of, the corporation; and (ii) above the age of 16 years; at the head office, registered office, principal office or other place of business of the corporation. (4) An infringement notice for an infringement notice offence under Division 2, 3 or 4 of Part 4 may also be served: (a) personally on a person who appears to be the driver of the vehicle; or (b) by securely placing the notice on the vehicle in a conspicuous position; or (c) if the airport-operator company receives a statutory declaration under paragraph 155A (2) (b) or (c), by serving the notice, in accordance with subregulation (2), on the person named in the statutory declaration as being the driver of the vehicle at the time of the alleged offence. (5) If an infringement notice for an infringement notice offence under Division 2, 3 or 4 of Part 4 is to be served by post on the owner of the vehicle, it may be addressed to the owner: (a) at the owner s last-known place of residence or business; or (b) for the owner of a vehicle registered under a law of a State or Territory, at the latest address of the owner in the record of registration of the vehicle. (6) If an infringement notice for an infringement notice offence under Division 2, 3 or 4 of Part 4 is to be served by post on a person named in a statutory declaration under subregulation 155A (2), it may be addressed to the person at the address given in the statutory declaration. 147 Notice penalty 25

26 The notice penalty for an infringement notice offence is an amount equal to one-fifth of the maximum penalty under these Regulations for the offence. 148 Allowed period (1) The allowed period for an infringement notice is: (a) the period that ends at the end of the 28th day after the service of the notice; or (b) if an authorised person or the Secretary has extended the allowed period the allowed period as so extended. (2) The Secretary or an authorised person may extend the allowed period for an infringement notice. (3) An extension must not be for more than 28 days. (4) Only 1 extension may be granted for an infringement notice. (5) An extension may be given before or after the end of the allowed period for the notice concerned. 149 What must be included in an infringement notice (1) An infringement notice must: (b) set out the infringement notice offence that is alleged to have been committed; and (c) set out when and where the offence is alleged to have been committed; and (d) set out the notice penalty for the offence; and (e) tell the person to whom it is issued that, if the person does not wish the matter to be dealt with by a court, the person may pay the notice penalty within the allowed period; and (f) set out the allowed period; and (g) set out where and how the penalty may be paid. (2) A copy of an infringement notice that is served on the person to whom the notice is issued must show the distinguishing number allotted to, or the signature and job classification of, the authorised person who issued the notice. (3) Each other copy of the infringement notice must also set out the authorised person s name. (4) An infringement notice may contain any other matters that the Secretary considers necessary. (5) Nothing in this regulation prevents different forms of infringement notice being used for different infringement notice offences. (6) However, an infringement notice for an infringement notice offence must be in the form approved by the Secretary for the offence. 8.2 BAC Penalties Changes have been made to the Penalty Points System to align with other major Australian Airports. The BAC Penalty Points System allocates a maximum penalty for a range of prescribed airside driving offences, as set out in this section. Each time a Driver is reported for a breach of these Rules for Driving Airside at Brisbane Airport, the driver will be notified, issued with a Penalty Infringement Notice by an authorised Airside Operations Officer and a record kept of the appropriate penalty points. The penalty applying to each type of breach is set out in the BAC Penalties Table in section Airside Drivers may challenge individual Penalty Infringement Notices, by writing to the BAC Airside Operations Coordinator within 14 days of the notice being issued and stating why the Notice should be withdrawn. Airside Drivers who accumulate twelve (12) penalty points within a thirty six (36) month period, will be provided with details of their offences and invited to show cause why their Authority to Drive Airside should not be withdrawn. 26

27 The Driver s response to the show cause notice will be considered by BAC s Airside Operations Coordinator. A Driver s Authority to Drive Airside may be suspended pending this show cause process. Upon making a determination to withdraw an ADA, BAC will advise the Driver in writing of the reasons for the determination and the duration of the withdrawal. If a determination is made to withdraw an ADA for a specified time, the Driver will be entitled to re-apply for an ADA after the expiration time. The ADA will not be automatically reinstated. BAC may also notify a Driver s employer about the withdrawal of an ADA, or the issue of Penalty Infringement Notices under this section BAC Penalties Table 1. Speeding 1.1 Exceeding the speed limit by less than 15km/h (except in Shares Zones) 1.2 Exceeding the speed limit by more than 15km/h but less than 30km/h (except in Shares Zones) 1.3 Exceeding the speed limit by more than 30km/h but less than 45km/h (except in Shares Zones) 1.4 Exceeding the speed limit by more than 45km/h (except in Shares Zones) 1.5 In a 20km/h Shared Zone exceeding the speed limit by less than 10km/h 1.6 In a 20km/h Shared Zone exceeding the speed limit by more than 10km/h Warning Loss of 3 penalty points Loss of 4 penalty points and 1 month Authority suspension Loss of 6 penalty points and 4 months Authority suspension Warning Loss of 4 penalty points and 1 month Authority suspension 2. Safety in the Vicinity of Aircraft 2.1 Failure to give way to taxiing aircraft Loss of 12 penalty points 2.2 Failure to give way to aircraft under tow Loss of 10 penalty points 2.3 Failure to give way to aircraft that has Loss of 10 penalty points commenced push back 2.4 Driving within 3 metres of a parked aircraft Loss of 3 penalty points 3. Improper Overtaking 3.1 Improper overtaking Loss of 2 penalty points 3.2 Driving in a manner dangerous to other vehicles Loss of 8 penalty points 4. Driving Under the Influence 4.1 Having a blood alcohol reading above 0.00 Loss of Authority to Drive Airside 5. Cover Loose Material 5.1 Dropping rubbish/items/tools on the apron Loss of 3 penalty points 5.2 Failure to properly secure load Loss of 3 penalty points 5.3 Failure to stop and pick up FOD Loss of 1 penalty point 6. Improper Parking 6.1 Parking in a no parking zone Loss of 6 penalty point 6.2 Parking in a safety area under Aerobridges Loss of 6 penalty points 6.3 Parking in an area that obstructs an emergency exit Loss of 10 penalty points 6.4 Parking in an area that obstructs traffic Loss of 3 penalty points 6.5 Parking in an area that obstructs pedestrians Loss of 4 penalty points 6.6 Parking in an area that obstructs aircraft Loss of 6 penalty points 6.7 Failure to park equipment correctly in an equipment staging or storage area Loss of 3 penalty points 7. Smoking 7.1 Smoking on the airside Fine as per

28 8. Pedestrian Safety 8.1 Failure to give way to a pedestrian at a pedestrian crossing 8.2 Driving across a passenger pedestrian crossing during loading/unloading Loss of 6 penalty points Loss of 6 penalty points 9. Towing of Freight Dollies 9.1 Towing more than the allowable number of dollies Loss of 3 penalty points 10. Riding on Equipment 10.1 Carrying a passenger when there is no seat provided 11. Seat Belts 11.1 Driving on a Perimeter Road without wearing a seat belt Loss of 12 penalty points Loss of 3 penalty points 12. Bicycle 12.1 Riding any unauthorised bicycle Airside Loss of 1 penalty point 13. Failure to Follow Directions 13.1 Failure to follow directions of an Authorised Loss of 3 penalty points Person 13.2 Failure to show Authority to Drive Airside when Loss of 3 penalty points requested by an Airport Operations Officer 13.3 Failure to show State Driver Licence when Loss of 3 penalty points requested by an Airport Operations Officer 13.4 Taking children or an animal airside Loss of 2 penalty points 13.5 Failure to stop after an accident Loss of 6 penalty points 14. Failure to Abide by Airside Markings 14.1 Failure to stop at a stop sign Loss of 6 penalty points 14.2 Failure to give way at a give way sign Loss of 3 penalty points 14.3 Disobeying traffic signals Loss of 3 penalty points 14.4 Disobeying traffic direction Loss of 3 penalty points 14.5 Failure to stop at a live taxiway crossing Loss of 6 penalty points 15. Exceeding authority 15.1 Driving on the Perimeter Road without the appropriate Authority Driver banned from applying for an ADA for 3 months 15.2 Driving on the Apron without the appropriate Authority Loss of 8 penalty points 15.3 Driving on the Taxiway without the appropriate Loss of 12 penalty points Authority 15.4 Driving on the Runway without the appropriate Authority Loss of 12 penalty points 15.5 Escorting a vehicle without the appropriate Authority Loss of 3 penalty points 16. Other 16.1 Operating a phone that is not hands free while driving Airside 16.2 Any other activity that may constitute a hazard to aircraft operations or Airside safety To be examined on a case by case basis To be examined on a case by case basis 8.3 Airside Speeding The Australian Federal Police (AFP) may be invited Airside to assist in the enforcement of Speed Limits, etc. The AFP and BAC Airside Operations Officers will use the appropriate equipment to detect persons speeding and when safe to do so, authorised officers (including BAC Operations Officers) may use a procedure of following/matching the speed of a suspect Vehicle. The speed registered on the authorised officer s speedometer while matching speed, will be taken as the speed of an offender s Vehicle. 28

29 9. AIRSIDE MARKING & SIGNAGE All Drivers should be familiar with the meaning and form of Airside Markings. 9.1 Runway Strip White gable markers mark the boundary of the Runway strip. Vehicles are not permitted to enter the Runway strip without the specific prior approval from ATC quoting the word CROSS eg, Car 13 CROSS runway Taxi Hold Points Taxi hold points are holding points for aircraft prior to entering a Runway. 9.3 Tug Disconnect Point A tug disconnect point is a specific location on the Movement Area that aircraft are pushed back to. They enable aircraft to be pushed back and held clear of other parked or taxiing aircraft. 9.4 Live Taxiway Crossing 29

30 A crossing on a live Taxiway is marked by white broken lines. Vehicles shall stop at the designated Stop Sign and give way to moving aircraft if they are approaching, then cross with care, allowing for jet blast or prop wash. 9.5 Intermediate Holding Position Markings (Previously called TIMS) Where two Taxiways cross/intersect, yellow broken lines mark the clearance distance for Vehicles to remain behind when aircraft cross ahead. 9.6 Apron Service/Perimeter Roads The Apron service roads are marked the same as normal roads in white paint. Vehicles traversing the Aprons are to remain on the road at all times Stop Sign 30

31 9.6.2 Stop for Aircraft Sign 9.7 Equipment Parking Areas Equipment parking areas are defined by a single broken or solid red line, being areas where Vehicles and equipment may be parked clear of aircraft. Vehicles not being directly used to service aircraft must always be parked behind these lines Equipment Staging Areas Equipment staging areas are defined by a single broken red line, being areas where Vehicles and equipment may be parked while waiting to service aircraft. These areas must not be used to store Vehicles and equipment not being directly used to service aircraft. 9.8 Safety Area 31

32 The red or yellow hatching defines safety areas that must remain clear at all times. Vehicles must not park or stand in these areas. 9.9 Movement Area Guidance Signs Brisbane Airport has an extensive system of Movement Area Guidance (MAG) signs throughout the Movement Area. Drivers authorised to drive on the Movement Area (Category 3 ADA) must be familiar with these signs. All Drivers must stop at the Runway designation signs and seek clearance from the Control Tower to cross the Runway. Drivers are not permitted, under any circumstances, to cross any Runway until the Control Tower has granted approval to CROSS the designated Runway. Runway Designation Sign The above photograph depicts the Runway 19 end of the main Runway. A1 indicates Taxiway A1 (This sign is coloured yellow on a black background). The 19 indicates the commencement of Runway 19 (This sign is white numerals on a red background). It should be noted that the previous standard for this sign was a HOLD sign. 32

33 Runway Designation Sign The above photograph depicts the Runway designation sign provided at a Runway/Taxiway intersection. This sign indicates the direction of Runway (white numbers on a red background) and that you are on Taxiway E5 (Taxiway location sign: yellow letter/number on a black background). Direction Signage The above photograph taken on Taxiway B, looking North depicts typical directional MAG signs. Aircraft NO ENTRY Sign The above photograph depicts a NO ENTRY sign, consisting of a white circle with a horizontal bar in the middle, on a red background. 33

34 Direction Signage The above photograph depicts signs for advice to pilots of the designations of Runways or Taxiways about to be joined or crossed. Each Taxiway direction is indicated by an arrow. The sign has black letters with yellow background. On this sign a taxiway location sign (B9) is included. The view of this sign is taken from Taxiway B9. Holding Point Holding Point at the Taxiway A7 intersection with Runway (looking across runway to Taxiway M and the airline maintenance area) Perimeter Road Signs General Aviation Area Warning sign indicating that aircraft from the Royal Flying Doctor base cross the Perimeter Road. Yellow flashing warning lights have also been installed to advise of aircraft manoeuvring. Vehicles are required to give way to aircraft under tow. 34

35 Perimeter Road, Runway 14 End, Looking North-West Vehicles are required to stop at this sign if an aircraft is approaching to land or approaching on take-off from the other runway end. You may continue your journey once the aircraft has passed your location. Perimeter Road, Just Short of Taxiway H3 This is a typical warning sign, indicating that you are approaching a live Taxiway crossing. You will be required to stop at the STOP sign and check for aircraft on the Taxiway. You can continue, only if safe to do so. Aircraft have right of way. Perimeter Road, Eastern Side These sign appear before Taxiway crossing and the Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service emergency access road onto the Runway. 35

36 Taxiway Mike Looking Toward Runway All Vehicles must stop adjacent to this sign. Drivers are then to check that it is safe to proceed. The Perimeter Road runs left to right. Only authorised Vehicles are allowed to cross the Perimeter Road onto Taxiway M proper. The Driver must be in communication with the Control Tower to cross over the Perimeter Road. Taxiway Entry Warning Sign No Vehicle is permitted to proceed past this sign under any circumstances, unless the Driver has sought and been given clearance to do so from the Control Tower. Taxiway M, Looking East Taxiway M is designated as an Apron area east of the Perimeter Road crossing. On vacating the Runway onto Taxiway M, this sign indicates the commencement of the Apron area. Drivers using Taxiway M to gain access to the maintenance areas must be in the possession of a Category 2A or 3 ADA. 36

37 Drivers must proceed along Taxiway M remaining as close as practicable to the left pavement edge. Taxiway L and Perimeter Road Crossing All Vehicles must stop at the STOP sign prior to any Taxiway crossing. Failure to stop is considered a major safety breach. Immediate action will be taken against any Driver failing to stop. International Terminal These typical Speed Limit signs (pole mounted and on road surface) indicate where 20 km/h speed limit commences. Shared Zones Domestic and International Terminals Airside These signs are located Airside at the Terminals. They advise drivers of the Speed Limit and remind all that the area is shared by pedestrians and Vehicles. 37

38 Failure to abide by the Speed Limit endangers your fellow workers and passengers, and appropriate action will be taken against speeding Drivers. Electronic Security Gates The electronic security gates (photo above) provide access to the Security Restricted Area (SRA) of the Airport. Drivers are to ensure that they remain at the gate until it has completely closed, both on entry or exit. Only authorised persons on duty holding an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC) are permitted entry to the SRA. 10. RADIO PROCEDURES Radio procedures for aircraft radiotelephone are not the responsibility of BAC. A Category 3 ADA candidate requires possession of an AROCP (Aircraft Radiotelephone Operators Certificate of Proficiency) as issued by CASA. Radio Procedures are those described in the current edition of AIP (Aeronautical Information Publication) published by Airservices Australia. Refer to AIP GEN Radiotelephony Procedures (as outlined in AIP GEN 3.4) Phraseologies for the movement of Vehicles Transmission Format Read-Back requirements Conditional Clearance Phonetic alphabet Numerals Transmission of numbers Time Standard words and phrases Ground Station Call-signs Aircraft Call-signs Flight Number Call-signs Group Form Ground Vehicles 10.2 Introduction All Drivers operating on the Manoeuvring Area are required to posses an Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency issued by CASA. Before learning radio procedures, it is necessary to fully understand and appreciate the regulations which apply to the Movement Area and specifically the Manoeuvring Area. You will need to know the designations of ALL the Runways and Taxiways so that you can advise Air Traffic Control (referred to in this section as ATC ) of their whereabouts at any time. Although you do not need to establish radio contact with ATC whilst on Aprons, you must maintain a listening watch (ie. radio switched on and monitoring messages between ATC and others), at ALL times. 38

39 Radio contact with the ATC is necessary if you intend to proceed from the Apron onto Taxiways and Runways. Drivers must not enter the Manoeuvring Area unless you have an operational need to do so and ATC prior approval. Unless you are towing an aircraft or relocating a pushback tug, the Perimeter Road is the safest route to circumvent the Runways Radio Transceiver Failure If radio communications are lost during your approach to a Runway crossing or normal surface movement within the Taxiway system, the Driver should immediately recheck his/her transceiver settings and observe the Control Tower for signalling. If no signals, Drivers should, with due care and attention, vacate the Manoeuvring Area without attempting a Runway crossing, checking for Control Tower signals at all times until radio communications can be reestablished. The foregoing is advice only as common sense should prevail. Under no circumstances should a Driver cross the Runway Entering the Manoeuvring Area EXAMPLE: WHO: GROUND, Tug Fifty Two WHERE: At the GA apron WHAT: Request approval tow aircraft to Bay 3 ATC will advise which route via the Taxiway system they will require your movement to best facilitate usage of the Taxiway system for ALL users. Ensure your knowledge of the Taxiway designations is high Maintaining a Listening Watch on Manoeuvring Areas Once you are physically inside the Manoeuvring Area, which includes: On the Runway; or Inside the Runway Strips; or On any Taxiway; or Inside the Taxiway strips (unmarked and 95m wide), you are required to maintain a LISTENING WATCH on the appropriate frequency. All other communications systems such as mobile phones and other transceivers must not interfere with your Aeronautical Transceiver (know the actions to be taken if your communications with ATC have failed!). You should always be within hearing distance of your aircraft radio. Often, a change in wind directions or other operational factor may require ATC to re-direct you along an alternate route. Remember that ATC will not interrupt your work unless absolutely necessary and that you are then expected to comply immediately Some General Tips Before you go out onto the Movement Area: Ensure Vehicle is fully operational, fuelled, and carries tow ropes; Check spare tyre for inflation & condition; Constantly use your Omni vision; Watch for aircraft (360 degrees); Ensure no articles inside or outside a Vehicle can become airborne, or fall out on opening a door; Know the procedures; 39

40 Know the light signals; Be precise and patient; Comply with this Handbook; Keep your eyes open, stay alert and never go beyond hearing range of your radio; Plan work carefully and avoid any tendency to rush whilst Airside. Do it right, do it once; and Never leave anything (equipment or tools) on the Movement Area (includes Runway and Taxiway strips). Note: If you become confused about what is happening, leave the Movement Area and consult an Authorised Training Officer about further training. PAINTED MARKINGS Centrelines Edges RWY White Broken White Continuous TWY Yellow Yellow Double RWY HOLDING POSITIONS Holding Points Two Solid Yellow Lines and 2 Broken Yellow Lines. TWY Single Broken Yellow Line (Intermediate Holding Positions). The TWY s A & B area are designed for provision of passage of a B from left to right or vice versa ahead of you, and are located 47.5m from the centrelines intersection point (B744 Wingspan is 65m, halved plus 15m wingtip clearance). LIGHTING Centrelines Edges RWY White White Green Blue (if no centreline TWY lighting is provided) TWY/RWY 2 flashing yellow lights on each side of the Taxiway (known as Runway Guard Lights) Intermediate Holding Positions 3 yellow lights across the TWY Notes: Not all Intermediate Holding Positions are lit at this stage, lighting is being progressively implemented. TWY/TWY or TIMS There are two locations on the airport where 3 yellow for TWY/TWY configuration is also used: TWY B north of TWY C9; and TWY D. Note: All markings on the Manoeuvring Area (in accordance with ICAO and MOS 139 standards) are provided for aircraft, not vehicular movement. Open drains on the Airside are not marked. 40

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