HAZARD REPORTS
HR11-23 to HR11-28
STATUS
HR11-23
/OPEN
HR11-24
/CLOSED
HR11-25
/OPEN
HR11-26
/CLOSED
HR11-27
/CLOSED
HR11-28
/CLOSED
FOR THE MONTH OF: / July 2011HAZARD
NO. / DATE OF HAZARD / A/C OR
EQUIP. / DESCRIPTION OF EVENT / C.A.P./ COMMENTS / DATE CLOSED / HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HR11-23 / 10
JULY
2011 / DHC2T / Pilot was attempting to dock the aircraft with 4 passengers on board with a strong North-off-shore wind. The captain attempted to dock on the pilot's side initially and a gust caught the tail of the aircraft and forcing the nose to come very close to the dock. However, this was not an issue because this aircraft has reverse. Unfortunately, the dock hand slipped on the dock and slid dangerously close to the propeller which hangs forward of the front of the floats. The hazard is the dock itself being under water and considering there is not much room to play with because the Twin Otter is parked right in front / Sent out for investigation –
John Elander / OPEN
HAZARD
NO. / DATE OF HAZARD / A/C OR
EQUIP. / DESCRIPTION OF EVENT / C.A.P./ COMMENTS / DATE CLOSED / HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HR 11-24 / 11
JULY
2011 / N/A / The runway in Charlot River (CJP9) has experienced extensive damage due to recent weather. Both runway edges have become extremely soft. Approximately 2/3 of the runway edges have very deep sunken spots approximately 2-3 feet deep and 10-15 feet long. This leaves an approximate 20 foot usable center line down the majority of the runway. On the runway center line cracks in the runway surface have developed and are opening into holes approximately 6 inches wide and 2-3 feet long. / C.A.P.—
Short-term corrective action:
Transwest Air ceased the operation of any “non-offstrip” aircraft into/out of Charlot River until the short-term runway repair was completed by Sask Power on-site. On July 29/11, a TW DHC6 captain advised that the runway repairs (packed and grated) were up to standard. As a fellow BE20 captain, the captain feels that the runway is suitable for the BE20.
Long-term corrective action:
Sask Power is will re-evaluate what needs to be fixed in the spring of 2012 for a long-term fix.
Follow-up on July 30, 2011:
- Effective July 30, 2011, TW authorized the BE20, BE10 and PA31 to resume operations into Charlot River. After discussion with the site manager, it was agreed that the site manager would call Transwest Air dispatch prior to dispatching the charter if/when the runway condition was such that it was not conducive for the BE20 to land or takeoff safely. / 25
JULY
2011 / FLIGHT OPS
ENVIRONMENT
HAZARD
NO. / DATE OF HAZARD / A/C OR
EQUIP. / DESCRIPTION OF EVENT / C.A.P./ COMMENTS / DATE CLOSED / HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HR 11-25 / 12
JULY
2011 / SF34 / Ramp agent marshal ling us when red rotating light was on. Customer service agent & ramp agent sitting together by the apron 8 door and not inside the office attending the radio. The crew couldn't communicate with them with updated information while we were waiting for the weather to clear. / C.A.P.--Air Canada was tasked to ensure that they closely monitor the throughguard, its serviceability and communication with the other AOC members at the field.
- An additional throughguard will be put near apron 8 so that it is visible for individuals on that apron. Timeline: Ongoing due to Air Canada head office and airport expansion. The risk is deemed as minimal seeing as we are proceeding out of the summer months and into the winter months where there are no thunderstorms.
- The security guard at the apron 8 man-gate is responsible to ensure that they do not authorize individuals onto the apron before ensuring that it is safe to do so (and the throughguard is not illuminated and flashing.
Update on July 26, 2011 - The Manager of Public Safety and Risk from the SAA spoke to the manager that supervises all of the security guards on July 26, 2011 to ensure that the security guards are reminded to check the Thoroughgard prior to authorizing airline employees and passengers onto the ramp/apron.
- Saskatoon Station manager will speak to ground staff and reminded them to stay at the counter to receive calls from flight crew. Timeline: October 31, 2011
Next follow-up: March 15, 2012 (decision and drawings will be determined at this time). / OPEN
Next follow-up: March 15, 2012
HAZARD
NO. / DATE OF HAZARD / A/C OR
EQUIP. / DESCRIPTION OF EVENT / C.A.P./ COMMENTS / DATE CLOSED / HAZARD CLASSIFICATION
HR 11-26 / 18
JULY
2011 / ALL / Flight crews are unable to reach dispatch by radio while in the air. After talking to dispatch, there is also interference from the CYSF AWOS system on company frequency. This can become a major issue due to the ability to complete flight following duties. When dispatch is needed in case of an emergency, they would be unable to take the proper steps to ensure crew and passenger safety or emergency response. / C.A.P.--A filter has now been installed that industry Canada sent us and the radio is working properly. We have ordered a filter to replace the borrowed filter / 23
AUG
2011 / TERMINAL/COUNTER
EQUIPMENT
HR 11-27 / 27
JULY
2011 / TUG / On the back apron, the operator was using the white tug and stopped the tug to grab the lid to the lav cart. Tug was in neutral parking with the brake on when the tug started to roll forward. Hearing someone yell a warning, the operator was able to jump back on the tug and stop the roll by using the brake pedal. There was a Saab nearby. If no one was around to stop the tug from rolling, it could have rolled into the Saab. / C.A.P.--In the TWA ground training manual on page 11 it has stated that before getting into a any ground equipment, that the employee is to do a walk around. If there is a issue with any ground equipment, the employee is to report them to your immediate supervisor so appropriate actions can be taken. We will follow those procedures, but also include YXE maintenance. / 16
JAN
2012 / MAINTENANCE
HR 11-28 / 30
JULY
2011 / COUNTER
SCALES / The counter scales reset to Kgs and not Lbs when power is off and back on. / C.A.P.--A memo was sent out to all staff, reminding them to ensure that the scale is set to “lbs” after power outages. See attached memo. NOTE: the attached sign was laminated and taped on all electronic weigh scales in the company. Timeline to send out laminated signs: Aug 12, 2011. See attached confirmation forms. Follow-up timeline: August 31, 2011
Follow-up: August 31, 2011: Memos have been sent to the applicable bases, signs posted and confirmation forms returned. / 29
AUG
2011 / ELECTRICAL
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