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AIRSIDE VEHICLE CONTROL HANDBOOK

SYDNEY (KINGSFORD-SMITH) AIRPORT

Version 2.0.3 Issued: OCTOBER 2003

FOREWORD The owner/operator of an aerodrome is licensed under the Civil Aviation Regulations. Sydney Airport Corporation Limited (SACL), as the license holder is obliged to include as parts of its regulatory suite of documents, particulars for the management and control of surface vehicles operating on, or in the vicinity of the ‘airside’ area of Sydney Airport. In addition, the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations 1997 govern the movement of surface vehicles in ‘airside’ areas at Sydney Airport. Accordingly, this Airside Vehicle Control Handbook (AVCH) is issued under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations 1997 and forms part of the Airport Operations Manual for Sydney Airport. The intent of the requirements for airside operation of vehicles set out in this Handbook is to ensure the safe and orderly movement of staff, engers, aircraft and vehicular traffic. SACL also publishes the Airside Vehicle Control Pocketbook(s). The pocketbooks are a quick reference guide to explain the main rules and procedures applying to drivers operating Airside, and should be read in conjunction with the more detailed AVCH (as the full particulars of the rules and regulations are contained within the AVCH). SACL has compiled a computer-based learning package that will instruct a driver in the requirements of safe airside driving. The package provides training for the initial issue of the ADA, or for revision for those already utilising the airside. The basis for the package is that through increased and focused driver training, and therefore awareness, the risks of driving airside will be reduced, thus ensuring a safer workplace for all. SACL also has a general ‘duty of care’ at common law and obligations under Occupational Health and Safety legislation, the Civil Aviation Regulations and the Air Navigation Regulations in relation to safety and security issues associated with surface vehicles operating in such areas. 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, and any such failure will be taken into by SACL in considering whether to exclude individuals or entities from airside use or operation of motor vehicles.

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PRIVACY NOTE In the course of managing the Airside at Sydney Airport (including doing things under this Handbook), SACL may collect some ‘personal information’ about, individuals within organisations (such as names, addresses, numbers etc). Accordingly, under privacy legislation, SACL is required to make certain disclosures that information is collected. They are as follows: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)

this information is being collected by SACL (ph: (02) 9667 9111); you are able to gain access to the personal information SACL holds about you, by using the above number, or via e-mail to [email protected]; the information is being collected by SACL so that the Airside at Sydney Airport can be managed, and that SACL can discharge its legislative and other obligations on the Airside; apart from law enforcement and other government agencies, and your employer/Vehicle Operator, SACL will not disclose to a third party the personal information about an individual without that person’s consent; if you do not provide the information to SACL, SACL cannot fully and effectively discharge its statutory obligations as operator of Sydney Airport, and it may also be a breach of the Airports Act and Regulations made under that Act.

For full details of the way in which SACL collects, handles and discloses personal information, you can view the online at www.sydneyairport.com or you can request a copy of it by calling the number above. As SACL may be collecting personal information from a person other than the individuals themselves, SACL must make sure that they are aware of the things set out above. To ensure that this happens, any person who provides information about another individual: • warrants that they are authorised to provide the personal information to SACL; • agrees to inform the individual of the things set out in (1) to (5) above.

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RECORD OF AMENDMENT The SACL Airside Vehicle Control Handbook is subject to change from time to time. The AVCH may be distributed to stakeholders in either hard copy or soft copy. As information is updated, the version number of the document will be amended accordingly and holders advised. As changes come into effect, stakeholders will be forwarded the changes either in hard copy or soft copy so that the document is always current. It is the responsibility of the AVCH holder to ensure the document is kept up to date at all times. Please ensure that as soon as you receive notice of any changes, your copy of the document is amended. This page will help you keep track of all amendments. DATE

CHANGE NOTIFICATION RECEIVED

SIGNATURE/UPDATED

Additional copies of this handbook, plus pocketbooks, maps, labels and application forms are available by ing the SACL Airside Driving Centre, Sydney Airport, PO Box 63, Mascot, NSW, 1460. Telephone: (02) 9667 9079, Fax: (02) 9667 6252. A nominal charge may apply.

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INDEX FOREWORD PRIVACY INFORMATION RECORD OF AMENDMENT

SECTION 1 1.

Legislative Requirements

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1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4

Introduction Delegations Responsibilities of the SACL Manager Safety Authority of the SACL Manager Safety and Delegated Officers

SECTION 2 2.0

Authority for Use Airside

2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.8 2.9 2.10 2.11 2.12 2.13 2.14 2.15 2.16 2.17 2.18 2.19

Introduction Application Criteria for Issue Indemnity & Release Insurance Roadworthiness/Vehicle Condition New types of Vehicles Granting of an AUA Affixing of the Label Removal of Vehicles from the Airside Suspension of AUA Withdrawal of AUA Appeals of Decisions - AUA Vehicles in Leased Areas Renewal of an AUA Renewal Application Temporary AUA Expiry of an AUA Disposal of Vehicles with an AUA

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SECTION 3 3.0

Authority to Drive Airside

3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 3.7 3.8 3.9 3.10 3.11 3.12 3.13 3.14

Introduction Categories of an ADA Endorsement to an ADA Airfield Zoning of an ADA Eligibility to hold an ADA Educational Material SACL ADA Theory Tests Application for an ADA Prerequisites to issue Category 1 and Category 2 Authority To Drive Airside Prerequisites to issue Category 3 or Category 4 Authority to Drive Airside Issue – Cat 1 ADA Issue – Cat 2 ADA Issue - Category 3 & 4 ADA Conditions of Issue

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3.15 3.16 3.17 3.18 3.19 3.20 3.21 3.22

ADAs and the Points System Renewal of an ADA Upgrading of an ADA Downgrading of an ADA Surrender of ADA Suspension of an ADA Withdrawal of an ADA Appeals

SECTION 4 4.0

Rules for Driving Airside

4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 4.6 4.7 4.8 4.9 4.10 4.11 4.12 4.13 4.14 4.15 4.16 4.17 4.18 4.19 4.20 4.21 4.22 4.23 4.24 4.25 4.26 4.27 4.28 4.29 4.30 4.31 4.32

Introduction General Requirements Road System Height Restrictions Speed Limits FOD Control Measures Right of Way Overtaking other Vehicles Proximity to Aircraft Towing of Rolling Stock Vehicle Occupants Phones Vehicle Operations at the Terminals Operating on the Manoeuvring Area Operating on a Runway Strip or Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET) Routes and Procedures on Apron Areas Operations near Runway 16L/34R Vehicle Defects Vehicle Parking Restrictions and Requirements Parking Restrictions for Refuelling Vehicles Push Bikes Unserviceable Areas Leased Areas Immobilised Vehicles Vehicle Accidents Apron Services Area Aviation Security Low Visibility Operations Escorts Entry to the Airside Vehicles entering the Airside No Smoking in Vehicles

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SECTION 5 5.0

The Points System

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5.1 5.2

Introduction Notification to Operating Company

SECTION 6 6.0

Approved Issuing Authorities

6.1 6.2 6.3

Introduction Information to Drivers Training Material

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6.4 6.5

Record Keeping/Audit Cancellation

SECTION 7 7.0

Approved Training Officers

7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6

Introduction Nominated Training Officer Scope of Authority Suspension of Authority Testing of Approved Testing Officers Cancellation of an Approved Testing Officer

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SECTION 8 8.0

Miscellaneous

8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 8.6

Schedule of Fees Exemptions Changes in Government Departments Transition Emergency Service Vehicles Emergency Response Vehicles

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SECTION 9 Reserved

SECTION 10 10.0

Radio Procedures

10.1 10.2 10.3 10.4 10.5 10.6 10.7 10.8 10.9 10.10

Introduction Transmission Techniques Phonetic Alphabet Numerals Callsigns for Ground Vehicles Radio Checks and Testing Commonly Used Phrases Some General Tips Lights Signals Radio Frequencies

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SECTION 11 11.0

Definitions

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SECTION 1 1.0

LEGISLATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1.1

Introduction

1.1.1

On State roadways (Landside), the provisions of State laws and regulations are applicable in respect of Vehicle registration requirements and traffic movement. The licensing of vehicles Airside at the airport is regulated by Sydney Airports Corporation Ltd (SACL) under the Airports (Control of OnAirport Activities) Regulations 1997, made under the Airports Act 1996 (‘Regulations’).

1.1.2

As the owner/operator of an aerodrome licensed under the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations, SACL is obliged to include in its Airport Operations Manual Suite of Documents, particulars for the control of surface vehicles operating on, or in the vicinity of the airside area (CAR 89J(b); Schedule 10, Part 2. See also CASR 139).

1.1.3

A Vehicle Operator must ensure that any Vehicle which it operates, or which is operated on its behalf, on Airside is operated in accordance with all relevant legislation including, to the extent applicable, the Civil Aviation Act 1988, the Civil Aviation Safety Regulations, the Civil Aviation Orders and the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations.

1.2

Delegations

1.2.1

Under the Regulations, the Department of Transport & Regional Services (‘DoTRS’) may appoint or delegate responsibilities for the management and as appropriate the enforcement of this legislation. In the case of airside vehicle control, DoTRS has authorised nominated officers of SACL and the Australian Protective Service to enforce the Regulations Airside.

1.2.2

The SACL Manager Safety is responsible for the overall istration of the AVCH and Pocketbooks on behalf of SACL.

1.3

Responsibilities of the SACL Manager Safety

1.3.1

The SACL Manager Safety may issue the following material to all those who apply for an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) and Authority to Use Airside (AUA): a) b) c) d) e)

1.3.2

Application forms for an ADA and/or AUA; A copy of the AVCH; Copies of the applicable Pocketbook(s); Map of the Airport; Label detailing Light Signals from Tower.

The issuing of these documents does not guarantee that either the application(s) for an ADA or AUA will be accepted.

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1.3.3 The SACL Manager Safety will maintain the AVCH, Airside Vehicle Control Pocketbooks, and all other associated documentation, updated at all times. 1.4

Authority of the SACL Manager Safety and Delegated Officers

1.4.1

The Regulations give SACL the authority to require ADA holders to produce certain documentation when requested.

1.4.2

Upon request, ADA holders are required to: (a) show their State or Territory Driver's License, ADA and ASIC upon request by a SACL Operations Officer, a SACL authorised person or Officers of the Australian Protective Service; and (b) where driving rules have been breached or a person has been involved in an accident, produce the above-mentioned documents to a SACL Operations officer or a SACL authorised person having reasonable grounds to inspect them.

1.4.2

Failure to comply may result in an Airside Traffic Infringement Notice (ATIN) being issued to the driver with a subsequent loss of demerit points (which may lead to a possible suspension or withdrawal of the ADA).

1.4.3

For parking offences, an ATIN may be issued to the driver or in the case where a driver cannot be identified, the company as shown on the AUA, with the subsequent monetary fine to apply.

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SECTION 2 2.0

AUTHORITY FOR USE AIRSIDE

2.1

Introduction

2.1.1

An Authority for Use Airside (AUA) is an authority issued by SACL that permits the operation of a motorised vehicle on the Airside areas of Sydney Airport. The provisions contained within the AVCH control the operation of the vehicle(s) on the Airside of the Airport.

2.1.2 The issue of an AUA does not however entitle the Vehicle Operator to a parking space on the Airside at Sydney Airport or to access the Airside where such access is not necessary for the particular Vehicle. 2.1.3 Use of a Vehicle Airside is subject to the Regulations, which impose rules about where Vehicles may be parked Airside. 2.2

Application

2.2.1

All relevant forms and criteria for application are available from the SACL Driving Centre and/or the ID & Access Centre.

2.2.2

Applications must be submitted no less than 7 working days before any anticipated need for the AUA.

2.2.3

The SACL AUA application form must be accompanied by the following documents: (a) either of the following: (i) (ii) (iii)

Certificate of Registration of the Vehicle where it is ed for use on public roads; or Certificate of Roadworthiness where the vehicle is not (but is able to be) ed for use on public roads; or Letter of Compliance from an authorised mechanic that the Vehicle complies with the relevant standards;

(b) SACL Indemnity & Release form (c) Evidence of public liability insurance of not less than $20 million (including an acknowledgment from the insurer that they are aware the Vehicle is to be used ‘Airside’ on Sydney Airport); (d) A covering letter from the applicant, explaining the need for Airside access; (e) If applicable, a letter from the ‘contracting’ company, sponsoring the access. 2.2.4

If granted, an AUA may be issued for a period of up to one year. AUA’s may be issued for longer periods in exceptional circumstances.

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2.2.5

In considering any ‘contract for service’ arrangements, applicants should not anticipate automatic approval of the granting of an AUA.

2.3

Criteria for Issue

2.3.1

The major criterion for the issue or renewal of an AUA is that the applicant must demonstrate an operational need to drive a vehicle on the airside on a frequent and unescorted basis. The applicant must further show that the operational task(s) cannot be otherwise undertaken landside.

2.3.2

In addition, in deciding whether to issue an AUA, the SACL Manager Safety will consider the following : (a) safety on the airside in relation to aviation operations, persons on the airside and property on the airside; (b) the security of aircraft and other property located on the airside; (c) congestion of airside areas, thereby decreasing the efficiency of the airport (particularly ramp areas), and increasing the risk of accident to all s of Sydney Airport; (d) the ability of the Vehicle Operator to ensure that the operation of the Vehicle will comply with the requirements of this Handbook and with all laws, rules, standards and directions including, where applicable, legislative requirements and Air Traffic Control directions, relating to the operation of Vehicles in the area; and without limiting the generality of (d), (e) that there are in place appropriate arrangements to ensure that if the Vehicle becomes immobilised on a Movement Area, the Vehicle will be immediately removed; (f) that there are in place appropriate arrangements to ensure that if the Vehicle becomes immobilised on a Movement Area, that the notifications required under clause 4.23 will be given; and (g) that the Vehicle will be maintained in a state of good repair.

2.3.3

In addition, the applicant must, to the satisfaction of the SACL Manager Safety, meet one or more of the following: (a) be directly involved with the operations or servicing of aircraft (including refuelling); (b) be directly involved with the servicing of Ground Service Equipment; (c) be directly involved with the servicing or maintenance of airside facilities, equipment or the building/s, including all terminals, or other airside facilities, and that these areas cannot be reached via the landside;

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(d) be directly involved with the servicing of other equipment that can only be reached from the Airside; (e) be a member of a Government organisation (Customs, AQIS, ASA ) with a demonstrated need to drive a vehicle on the Airside on a frequent and unescorted basis; (f) be directly involved with the servicing of air navigation equipment; (g) have a need to carry equipment to parts of the Airside on a frequent basis; (h) have a need to be on the Airside of the Airport on a frequent and unescorted basis, eg maintenance contract (ed by documentation from the sponsor including details of frequency of entry onto Sydney Airport, and areas needed to be accessed); (i) carry out regulatory or law enforcement activities; (j) any other purpose approved in writing by the SACL Manager Safety. 2.4

Indemnity & Release

2.41

The SACL Manager Safety is not to issue an AUA unless the SACL Manager Safety has been provided with a SACL Indemnity and Release form. However, SACL may waiver the requirement for an Indemnity and Release in exceptional circumstances.

2.5

Insurance

2.5.1

Vehicle operators must provide proof of insurance for each Vehicle seeking registration Airside. The policy must clearly state that Insurance company is aware that the Vehicle is to be used Airside at Sydney Airport. The value of the Policy for 3rd Party indemnity must be no less than $20 million.

2.6

Roadworthiness/Vehicle Condition Vehicles which qualify for registration off-airport

2.6.1

NSW RTA Standards – Where appropriate, SACL will use the vehicle mechanical and roadworthiness standards as set by the NSW Roads & Traffic Authority and under the law of New South Wales.

2.6.2

At the time of application for an AUA, vehicle operators must submit a copy of the vehicle’s current registration details (if applicable).

2.6.3

Any vehicle not subject to holding road registration under State law, SACL will require the submission of a letter from an authorised mechanic, confirming that the vehicle is in a roadworthy condition, having regard to the nature of the vehicle and its Airside functions.

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2.6.4

Notwithstanding clause 2.6.3 or clause 2.6.4, in the interests of Airport Safety, vehicles must always be maintained in a good state of repair by the Vehicle Operator.

2.6.5

SACL Manager Safety, reserves the right to at any time, conduct or order the conduct of a serviceability inspection on any vehicles which in the opinion of the SACL Manager Safety, appears not to be in a roadworthy condition.

2.6.6

A vehicle serviceability check may include (but not be limited to) the following: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

Fluid leaks Towing attachments Tyre condition Body condition Excess emissions Seat belts (if fitted) All vehicle lights Horn (if fitted).

Specialist airport vehicles 2.6.7

IATA Specifications - Where appropriate, in the case of specialist Airport Vehicles, SACL may use vehicle standards as set by the International Airline Transport Association (IATA) to determine whether a Vehicle is in a roadworthy condition.

2.6.8

Non-Specific – In the case of a specialist Airport Vehicle, where no NSW RTA or IATA specification exists, the SACL Manager Safety may give approval for the use of such a vehicle in accordance with any such conditions, which the SACL Manager Safety may have attached to such approval or may attach from time to time.

2.6.9

Any vehicle not meeting standards of serviceability as set down in either NSW RTA or IATA Standards or otherwise by the SACL Manager Safety will have the AUA suspended, and the Vehicle Operator must remove the AUA.

2.6.10 The AUA may be reissued once repairs have been affected and SACL has received written verification from an appropriately qualified person to that effect. 2.7

New types of Vehicles

2.7.1

Where a Vehicle Operator plans to acquire a new type of Vehicle for Airport use, it should as soon as possible discuss its proposal with the SACL Manager Safety so that an assessment can be made about compatibility with pavements and local geography at the Airport.

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2.7.2

The type of information necessary to make such assessment of the proposed equipment will ordinarily include: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

compliance with RTA or IATA standards (where applicable) dimensions gross mass number, spacing and size of wheels and type of tyres and their pressures turning radius motive power areas of intended operation safety & special features.

2.7.3

To avoid any doubt, the SACL Manager Safety retains the absolute discretion about whether, or on what conditions, to issue or renew an AUA.

2.8

Granting of an AUA

2.8.1

Upon approval, the SACL Manager Safety will notify the Vehicle Operator that the label is ready for collection.

2.9

Affixing of the Label

2.9.1

Upon issue of the label, it must immediately be affixed to the corresponding vehicle as identified on the label.

2.9.2 The label must be affixed to the front windscreen of the vehicle – ON THE DRIVER’S SIDE. 2.9.3 Where a vehicle does not have a windscreen, the label is to be affixed, to be clearly visible – ON THE DRIVER’S SIDE. 2.10

Removal of Vehicles from the Airside

2.10.1 If a Vehicle is being driven, or is stopped or parked, on the Airside in a manner that is likely to be a danger to a person or property (including other vehicles or aircraft), or is likely to interfere with the operation of the Airport, the SACL Manager Safety or authorised officers, may direct the driver to remove it from the Airside. 2.10.2 Refusal to comply with such a request is an offence under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations 1997, and monetary penalties may apply. 2.10.3 If the driver of the Vehicle cannot be found, or refuses to comply with the direction, the SACL Manager Safety, or authorised officers, may direct that the Vehicle be moved to a place within the Airport approved for that purpose. 2.10.4 The Vehicle Operator will be required to pay all costs incurred by SACL for the removal of the Vehicle under clause 2.10.3.

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2.11

Suspension of an AUA

2.11.1 Subject to this Handbook, an AUA is valid until the date shown on the AUA label. 2.11.2 The SACL Manager Safety may at any time suspend an AUA where: (a) the Vehicle does not meet the requirements of clause 2.3 – 2.5; or (b) the SACL Manager Safety has reason to believe there has been a breach of the requirements of this Handbook that is sufficiently serious to consider withdrawal of the AUA. 2.11.3 If the SACL Manager Safety suspends an AUA under clause 2.10.2, it may be done by oral and written notice to the Vehicle Operator. That notice will specify the: (a) reason/s for; and (b) period of, the suspension. 2.11.4 Within 72 hours of receipt of a notice of suspension of an AUA, the Vehicle Operator must either: (a) physically surrender the AUA to the SACL Airside Driving Centre; or (b) if the AUA cannot be removed from the Vehicle, destroy the AUA and provide SACL with a statutory declaration that the AUA has been destroyed. 2.11.5 At any time during a period of suspension under this Part, the SACL Manager Safety may by written notice to the Vehicle Operator: (a) re-issue the AUA for the balance of its term (and any applicable AUA issue charges will apply); (b) extend the period of suspension; or (c) invite the Vehicle Operator of the AUA to show cause why it should not be cancelled. 2.11.6 SACL Manager Safety will invite the Vehicle Operator of the Vehicle under suspension, in writing, to show cause why the AUA should not be withdrawn. The Vehicle Operator should write to the SACL Manager Safety, within 7 days, stating the case for reinstatement of the AUA. Failure to respond to such a request will result in the immediate withdrawal of the AUA. No form of credit or refund will be available as a result of that withdrawal. 2.11.7 The SACL Manager Safety's authority to suspend or withdraw is not limited only to situations where there is a breach of this Handbook. In some circumstances, the SACL Manager Safety may consider it appropriate to suspend, cancel, or to limit the number of vehicles or Operators at the Airport for general congestion or operational efficiencies.

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2.12

Withdrawal of an AUA

2.12.1 The SACL Manager Safety in deciding whether or not to withdraw an AUA may use the criteria for issuing an AUA as detailed in this Part of the AVCH. If the SACL Manager Safety decides to withdraw the AUA, he will notify the Vehicle Operator, in writing, as soon as practicable. 2.12.2 Within 72 hours of receipt of a notice of the withdrawal of the AUA, the Vehicle Operator must either: (a) physically surrender the AUA to the SACL Airside Driving Centre; or (b) if the AUA cannot be removed from the Vehicle, destroy the AUA and provide SACL with a statutory declaration that the AUA has been destroyed. 2.13

Appeal of Decisions - AUA

2.13.1 Pursuant to the Regulations, a Vehicle Operator may appeal a decision to withdraw an AUA to the istrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT). 2.14

Vehicles in Leased Areas

2.14.1 An AUA is not required for Vehicles used SOLELY within leased areas unless the lessee requires that an AUA be issued. 2.15

Renewal of an AUA

2.15.1 In applying for an AUA, Vehicle Operators must acknowledge and accept that the holding of an AUA for a Vehicle is not an automatic right to enter the Airside. Every application for an AUA is reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The holding of a current AUA is not sufficient grounds for an automatic renewal of the AUA for that Vehicle, or for any other Vehicle of a Vehicle Operator. 2.15.2 At the time of renewal of an AUA, a Vehicle Operator must satisfy the SACL Manager Safety that the criteria set out for the issue of an AUA (as stated at clauses 2.3 and 2.6 above) have been met. 2.16

Renewal Application

2.16.1 All relevant forms and criteria for application are available from either the SACL Driving Centre or ID & Access Centre. 2.16.2 Applications must be submitted to the SACL Airside Driving Centre no less than 7 working days before the Vehicle Operator wishes to use the Vehicle on the Airside.

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2.16.3 The SACL AUA application form must be accompanied by the following documents in of the application. (a) either of the following: (i) Certificate of Registration of the Vehicle for use on public roads; or (ii) Certificate of Roadworthiness, where the vehicle cannot be ed for use on public roads; (b) Indemnity & Release form (c) evidence of public liability insurance of not less than $20 million (including an acknowledgment from the insurer that the y are aware the Vehicle is to be used ‘Airside’ on Sydney Airport); (d) a covering letter from the applicant, explaining the need for Airside access; (e) if applicable, a letter from the ‘contracting’ company, sponsoring the access. 2.17

Temporary AUA

2.17.1 The SACL Manager Safety may, in extreme circumstances, issue a temporary AUA. 2.17.2 A Vehicle Operator must in applying for a temporary AUA submit all relevant documentation as in the case of any permanent AUA application. 2.17.3 A vehicle operator must in applying for a temporary AUA submit any additional documentation as requested by the SACL Manager Safety in of the application. 2.18

Expiry of an AUA

2.18.1 When an AUA expires, the Vehicle Operator must either: (a) physically return the AUA to the SACL Airside Driving Centre; OR (b) if the AUA cannot be removed from the Vehicle, destroy the AUA and provide SACL with a statutory declaration that the AUA has been destroyed.

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2.19

Disposal of Vehicles with an AUA

2.19.1 When a Vehicle Operator disposes of a Vehicle which has an AUA, prior to disposal, the Vehicle Operator must either: (a) within 7 days of disposal, physically return the AUA to the SACL Manager Safety; OR (b) if the AUA cannot be removed from the Vehicle, destroy the AUA and provide SACL with a statutory declaration that the AUA has been destroyed.

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SECTION 3 3.0

AUTHORITY TO DRIVE AIRSIDE

3.1

Introduction

3.1.1

An Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) is an authority issued by SACL that permits the holder of the ADA to operate a Vehicle on the Airside at Sydney Airport within certain designated areas, depending upon the Category of ADA the driver holds (as set out below).

3.1.2

SACL is responsible for issuing ADAs . SACL may delegate the responsibility to issue ADAs to selected Vehicle Operators. Refer to Section 6 of this Handbook for further information.

3.2

Categories of ADA

3.2.1

The Airside areas for which driving is authorised for each Category of ADA are: (a) Category 1: (b) Category 2: (c) Category 3: (d) Category 4:

Perimeter & Airside Roads Airside Roads and Aprons All Manoeuvring Areas excluding Runways associated Runway strips All Airside areas

and

3.3

Endorsements to an ADA

3.3.1

ADA’s may carry specific ‘Endorsements’ as part of the ADA. Category 4 ADA’s carry ‘D – Daylight’ or ‘N – Night’ endorsement.

3.3.2 Other type specific type endorsements may be developed when and if warranted e.g. E – Escort. 3.4

Airfield Zoning of an ADA (Reserved)

3.5

Eligibility to hold an ADA

3.5.1

An applicant must demonstrate a proper and reasonable need for an ADA, and should not assume that there is a right to drive Airside. The applicant must demonstrate that there is an operational requirement for frequent unescorted access to the Airside before SACL will issue an ADA to a person.

3.5.2

In the case of an applicant who has not held an ADA in the same or higher Category for the Airport, the SACL Manager Safety or Approved Issuing Authority (as the case may be) may only issue the ADA if satisfied that the applicant:

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(a)

has an operational requirement to drive unescorted on the Airside on a frequent basis (i.e. at least weekly);

(b)

holds a current Australian State or Territory Drivers License as recognised by the NSW Roads & Traffic Authority or similar interstate body;

(c)

is familiar with the Airport geography and comprehends the terminology used to describe the Airside;

(d)

understands the significance and meaning of Airside signs and markings;

(e)

has a thorough knowledge of the "Rules for Driving Airside" as contained in the appropriate Pocketbook attached to this Handbook;

(f)

if applying for a Cat 3 or 4 ADA, holds a Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency, issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority or its delegate;

(g)

if applying for a Cat 3 or 4 ADA, has a thorough knowledge of Air Traffic Control instructions, apron operating restrictions and safety issues associated with these things.

3.6

Educational Material

3.6.1

The reference document for the Category 2 ADA is the Cat 2 Drivers Pocketbook (AV). The Cat 3 & 4 Drivers Pocketbook is the reference document of the Cat 3 & 4 test. The computer based SACL Driver Training Package may be utilised to gain knowledge for drivers wishing to operate Vehicles Airside. This material is available from the SACL Airside Driving Centre.

3.7

SACL ADA Theory Tests

3.7.1

Applicants for all Categories of ADA are required to SACL’s theory test.

3.7.2

SACL or Approved Issuing Authorities as permitted by the SACL Manager Safety may ister Cat 2 ADA theory tests.

3.7.3

Applicants must correctly answer 100% of the assessment questions to successfully complete the theory test. At the time of assessment, applicants failing to correctly answer up to three questions in the theory test may immediately attempt the three (or fewer) questions again. Should they again be unsuccessful in correctly answering these questions, they must resit the entire test, but may only do so after a mandatory study/training period of not less than 72 hours.

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3.7.4. The purpose of the theory test is to ensure that the applicant is in possession of knowledge applicable to driving safely on the Airside. Questions are drawn from the applicable Pocketbooks relevant to the category of application. Material tested includes the geography of the Airport and the Rules for Driving Airside. 3.7.5 Applicants for Category 3 and 4, must also a practical test that may last up to one (1) hour in duration (or as dictated by the testing officer). 3.8

Application for an ADA

3.8.1

In deciding whether to issue an ADA, the SACL Manager Safety will consider the following: (a) the demonstrated operational requirement for unescorted driving access on a frequent basis (i.e. at least weekly); (b) the overall safety of the Airside, having regard to the number and functions of persons and property on the Airside; (c) the security of the Airside, and the aircraft on it; (d) the efficient utilisation of the Airside.

3.8.2

To avoid any doubt, the SACL Manager Safety retains the absolute discretion about whether, or on what conditions, to issue or renew an ADA.

3.9

Prerequisites to application for Category 1 and Category 2 ADA

3.9.1

For a Cat 1 or Cat 2 ADA, the applicant must: (a) complete a minimum of four (4) hours driving, of which three (3) hours be conducted by day and at least one (1) hour by night on the Airside. A substantial part of this time must be as a driver under supervision; and (b) demonstrate to an Approved Training Officer the following: (i) safe Vehicle operations in the vicinity of aircraft; (ii) giving way to aircraft taxiing or under tow; (iii) recognition of aircraft which have anti-collision lights on and their main engines running; (iv) awareness of the dangers of jetblast and safe distances to behind aircraft with their main engines in operation; (v) minimum distances for the operation of Vehicles from parked or taxiing aircraft; (vi) safety procedures in relation to engers moving about on Aprons, to and from aircraft; (viii) geographic limits for Cat 1 and 2 ADA drivers and recognition of the boundaries of Manoeuvring Areas, by day and night; (iix) significance of Apron Road pavement markings and adherence to Apron Roads while travelling on Aprons; (ix) compliance with speed limits and signage as appropriate, and observance of safe speeds for existing conditions; (x) knowledge of parking areas, equipment storage areas and equipment staging areas and their associated markings; (xi) correct procedures for live taxiway crossings;

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(xii) knowledge of relevant airside safety policies such as “No Seat, No ride”, and other safety matters contained in the relevant Pocketbook. 3.10

Prerequisites to application for Category 3 or Category 4 ADA

3.10.1 For a Cat 3 or Cat 4 ADA, the applicant must: (a) complete a minimum of eight (8) hours, of which six (6) hours be conducted by day and at least two (2) hours by night. A substantial part of this time must be as a driver under supervision on the Manoeuvring Area; (b) hold an Air Radio Operators Certificate; and (c) be able to demonstrate to a SACL Approved Training Officer competence in operating a vehicle on the Manoeuvring Area that will include the following: (i) all of the matters required to be demonstrated by an applicant for a Cat 1 or 2 ADA, as set out in clause 3.8 above, plus (ii) recognition & meaning of Movement Area Guidance Signs (MAGS) to determine physical location on the airfield; (iii) recognition & meaning of all day & night markers & markings, e.g. MAGS, taxiway intersection markings, holding points, rapid exit taxiways, runways and all lighting; (iv) correct procedures for entering or crossing taxiways, runways and runway strips; (v) correct radio procedures and use of standard phraseology; (vi) knowledge of radio fail procedures and light signals from ATC. 3.10.2 An applicant for a Cat 3 or 4 ADA who currently holds a current Cat 2 licence may reduce the hours of training required for the Cat 3 / 4 ADA, by taking into consideration the time logged in training for the Cat 2 licence. For example, a driver upgrading from a Cat 2 licence, needs to complete an additional four (4) hours driving of which two (2) must be conducted at night. 3.11

Issue – Cat 1 ADA

3.11.1 The SACL Manager Safety or an Approved Issuing Authority may issue an ADA only after the applicant: (a)

satisfies the eligibility requirements as certified by an Approved Training Officer;

(b)

provides evidence of an Aviation Security Identification Card for use at Sydney Airport;

(c)

provides evidence of a State or Territory Drivers Licence; and

(d)

successfully completes the SACL theory test.

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3.12

Issue – Cat 2 ADA

3.12.1 The SACL Manager Safety or an Approved Issuing Authority may issue an ADA only after the applicant:

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(a)

satisfies the eligibility requirements as certified by an Approved Training Officer;

(b)

provides evidence of an Aviation Security Identification Card for use at Sydney Airport;

(c)

provides evidence of a State or Territory Drivers Licence; and

(d)

successfully completes the SACL test.

Issue - Category 3 & 4 ADA

3.13.1 The SACL Manager Safety or an Approved Issuing Authority may issue an ADA only after an applicant: (a) satisfies the eligibility requirements as certified by an Approved Training Officer; (b) provides evidence of an Aviation Security Identification Card for Sydney Airport; and (c) provides evidence of a State or Territory Drivers Licence; and (d) provides evidence of an Aircraft Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency; (e) successfully completes the SACL theory test; (f) successfully completes a practical driving assessment with an Approved Training Officer. 3.14

Conditions of Issue

3.14.1 An ADA will be valid for 24 calendar months from the month of issue (unless otherwise specified by the SACL Manager Safety), or until suspended or cancelled by SACL. The ADA will expire on the last day of the month of validity. 3.14.2 If an ADA holder ceases to be employed by a Vehicle Operator, and is subsequently hired for work for another Vehicle Operator on the Airside at Sydney Airport, the driver must re-apply for a new ADA. Provided the period between employers is less that one month, the ADA may be re-issued with same expiry date and without the need to follow the initial application procedure.

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3.14.3 The ADA is valid only while the ADA holder is in possession of a current State or Territory Drivers Licence. If for whatever reason, an ADA holder’s State or Territory licence has been cancelled or suspended: (a) the ADA holder must immediately advise the SACL Manager Safety or the relevant Authorised Issuing Authority of this fact; and (b) the ADA will be suspended for the period of the cancellation/suspension of that State or Territory licence. 3.15

ADAs and the Points System

3.15.1 SACL has a "points" system for breaches of the Rules for Driving Airside. Details of the points system and the points which apply to each offence under the Rules for Driving Airside are set out in Section 5. 3.15.2 If a driver is alleged to have breached the Rules for Driving Airside and SACL cannot identify the driver of the Vehicle at the time of the offence, then SACL may allocate the points to the Vehicle Operator’s custodian for the time being of the Vehicle involved in the breach. 3.15.3 This system does not restrict the general discretion of the SACL Manager Safety to suspend an ADA whenever he/she considers it appropriate to do so. 3.15.4 A person who accumulates 12 or more points during a period of 36 months will immediately have their ADA suspended (refer also to clause 3.20 – Withdrawal of an ADA). 3.16

Renewal of an ADA

3.16.1 An applicant may renew an ADA at any time up to one month before the expiry date of that ADA. 3.16.2 To renew an ADA, an applicants must: (a)

submit an application form signed by a recognised signatory of the applicant’s employer;

(b)

demonstrate that there continues to be an operational requirement for frequent unescorted access to the Airside;

(c)

provides evidence of an Aviation Security Identification Card for use at Sydney Airport;

(d)

provides evidence of a State or Territory Drivers Licence; and

(e)

successfully complete the SACL theory test;

(f)

for Cat 3 & 4 applicants, successfully complete a practical driving assessment with an Approved Training Officer.

3.16.3 SACL or an Approved Issuing Authorities may re-issue an ADA to applicants if these requirements and eligibility criteria are satisfied.

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3.16.4 The applicant’s airside driving record from the previously issued ADA will carry over to the new ADA for the remainder of any validity. 3.17

Upgrading an ADA

3.17.1 A driver may make application to upgrade an ADA from a Cat 2 to a Cat 3 or directly to a Cat 4D/4N. 3.17.2 A driver may make application to upgrade an ADA from a Cat 3 to a Cat 4D/4N. 3.17.3 In applying to upgrade an ADA, an applicant must: (a) establish a genuine need to upgrade the ADA; and (b) otherwise satisfy the eligibility requirements for that category of ADA as listed in the preceding clauses. 3.17.4 The SACL Manager Safety is under no obligation to upgrade the ADA and each application must be established on a case-by-case basis. 3.18

Downgrading of an ADA

3.18.1 The holder of an ADA that no longer meets the prerequisites of that category of ADA is obliged to downgrade the ADA to a category that they are eligible to meet. The circumstances under which this will happen are set out in clause 3.17.3. 3.18.2 The ADA holder must present the ADA for re-issue, either to the SACL Driving Centre or to the Authorised Issuing Authority, within 72 hours of the said downgrade taking effect. 3.18.3 The SACL Manager Safety may downgrade the category of any ADA under the following circumstances: (a) (b) (c)

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the ADA holder is subject to investigation; the ADA holder’s category has been lowered due to the loss of a substantial number of demerit points; the ADA holder is unable to substantiate the need to maintain the category of the ADA.

Surrender of an ADA

3.19.1 When a driver is no longer required to drive on the Airside by the employer, the ADA holder must return the ADA to the Approved Issuing Authority or the SACL Manager Safety within 72 hours of the cessation of driving duties for that employer. The Vehicle Operator must also ensure that the ADA holder complies with this clause. 3.19.2 The ADA is not transferable between individuals or Vehicle Operators, and ADAs are issued for use at Sydney Airport only.

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3.20

Suspension of an ADA

3.20.1 The SACL Manager Safety may at any time suspend an ADA (whether issued by SACL or an Approved Issuing Authority) where an ADA holder is involved in, or alleged to have been involved in: (a) an air safety incident; (b) a vehicular or other accident; or (c) an alleged serious breach of the Rules for Driving Airside, or where the ADA holder accumulates 12 or more points during a period of 36 months. The suspension will be for a period to be determined by the SACL Manager Safety, pending the outcome of any SACL or regulatory body investigation. 3.20.2 If the SACL Manager Safety suspends an ADA under clause 3.19.1, it may be done by oral and written notice to the ADA holder and the Vehicle Operator. That notice will specify the: (a) reason/s for; and (b) period of, the suspension. If oral notice is given in the first instance, the SACL Manager Safety will issue written notice within 72 hours of the oral notice. 3.20.3 Within 72 hours of receipt of a notice of suspension of an ADA, the ADA holder must immediately physically surrender the AUA to the SACL Manager Safety. 3.20.4 Vehicle Operators may also request SACL to suspend an employee’s ADA by providing the SACL Manager Safety with sufficient written advice as to why suspension should occur. 3.20.5 At any time during the period of ADA suspension, the SACL Manager Safety may: (a) (b) (c) (d)

lift the suspension; extend the period of suspension; downgrade the category of the ADA; or invite the holder of the ADA, in writing, to show cause why the ADA should not be withdrawn (refer also to clause 3.20 – Withdrawal of an ADA and clause 3.21 – Appeals).

3.20.6 Before an ADA will be reinstated following suspension, the ADA holder must sit the theory test and at the discretion of the SACL Manager Safety, a practical test.

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3.21

Withdrawal of an ADA

3.21.1 The SACL Manager Safety may at any time withdraw an ADA (whether issued by SACL or an Approved Issuing Authority) by oral and written notice to the ADA holder and the Vehicle Operator. That notice will specify the reason/s for the withdrawal. If oral notice is given in the first instance, the SACL Manager Safety will issue written notice within 72 hours of the oral notice. 3.21.2 Within 72 hours of receipt of a notice of withdrawal of an ADA, the ADA holder must immediately physically surrender the AUA to the SACL Manager Safety. 3.21.3 Vehicle Operators may also request SACL to withdraw an employee’s ADA by providing the SACL Manager Safety with sufficient written advice as to why withdrawal should occur. 3.21.4 Without limiting the generality of clause 3.21.1, an ADA may be withdrawn if the driver is involved in: (a) an air safety incident; (b) a vehicular or other accident; or (c) a serious breach of: (i) the Rules for Driving Airside; (ii) the Handbook; (iii) a condition of issue of the ADA; or (iv) the Regulations, that is sufficiently serious to consider withdrawal of an ADA, the SACL Manager Safety may withdraw the ADA. 3.21.5 The SACL Manager Safety may also withdraw an ADA where the ADA holder has accumulated 12 or more points during a period of 36 months (in addition to the ADA first being suspended, pursuant to clause 3.20.1). 3.21.6 Before withdrawing an ADA, the SACL Manager Safety will invite the ADA holder, in writing, to show cause why the ADA should not be withdrawn. The ADA holder should write to the SACL Manager Safety, within 7 days, stating the case for reinstatement of the ADA. 3.21.7 The ADA holder must respond to the ‘show cause’ request within 7 days of receipt from the SACL Manger – Safety. Pending their response to the ‘show cause’ request, SACL may immediately withdraw the ADA.

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3.22

Appeals

3.22.1 An Appeals will be established to review any appeal about: (a) the award of driving offence points (refer to Section 5 – The Points System); or (b) the withdrawal of an ADA; or (c) the suspension of an ADA; or (d) a decision to downgrade an ADA. 3.22.2 The Appeals will be chaired by a party, independent of SACL, the ADA holder and the Vehicle Operator. 3.22.3 The remainder of the Appeals is consist of a representative from SACL and the Vehicle Operator. If required a third party ‘specialist’ may be called in to act as an advisor. 3.22.4 Appeals against the award of driving offence points may be made in writing within 7 days from the date of the offence. The appeal is to be addressed to SACL’s Manager Safety in the first instance. 3.22.5 SACL’s Manager Safety will the Appeals chairperson within one week of receiving the appeal and arrange a suitable meeting time that is acceptable to all parties. The is to meet as soon as practicable from the time the Chairperson has been informed of the appeal. 3.22.6 Any loss of points given at the time of the incident will stand until such time as the Appeals determines that the points should be cancelled (which could be because the offender has established his/her innocence or has satisfied the of mitigating circumstances). 3.22.7 A response to the SACL Manager Safety in these circumstances will be treated as an appeal and be processed through the Appeals . 3.22.8 Appeals can be made in writing to the SACL Manager Safety, PO Box 63 Mascot, NSW, 1460. 3.22.9 If in the event the appellant is unsatisfied with the decision of the SACL Appeals , the appellant may then appeal such a decision to the istrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).

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SECTION 4 4.0

RULES FOR DRIVING AIRSIDE

4.1

Introduction

4.1.1

The rules for driving Airside are an important part of the system that SACL has put in place to promote the safe and orderly movement of staff, engers, aircraft and vehicular traffic Airside.

4.1.2

Failure to comply with the requirements of these rules may constitute an offence under the Regulations, and an ADA holder may be subject to penalty.

4.1.3

Any failure to comply with the requirements of these rules will also be taken into by the SACL Manager Safety in considering whether to withdraw a person’s ADA, thereby preventing them from use or operation of motor vehicles Airside.

4.1.4

Vehicle Operators/companies must not in any way develop procedures for the operation of vehicles while Airside, contrary to the rules and conditions set out in this Handbook.

4.2

General Requirements

4.2.1

A person driving a Vehicle on the Airside, including a person driving a Vehicle which is under Supervision (escorted), must at all times comply with the Rules for Drivers Operating Airside at Sydney Airport.

4.2.2

The SACL Manager Safety authorises the use of vehicles on the Airside through the issue of AUA’s and ADA’s. On Manoeuvring areas, Airservices Australia’s Air Traffic Control exercises control over vehicular traffic, however under normal circumstances this function is delegated to SACL and implemented through the provisions of the AVCH. When weather conditions deteriorate requiring the implementation of Low Visibility Operations, this function is resumed by Air Traffic Control.

4.2.3

Drivers must not drive a Vehicle Airside unless they carry a valid and current State or Territory driving licence, or other driving licence recognised and compliant with the NSW Roads and Traffic Authority.

4.2.4

When driving Airside, drivers must: (a)

be familiar with the latest edition of the Handbook/Pocketbooks (including amendments to the Handbook/Pocketbooks); Note: Approved Issuing Authorities and SACL Driving Centre hold copies of the current documents.

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(e) (f) (g)

not drive while affected by alcohol or drugs to an extent which would preclude them from lawfully driving on the public roads ading the Airport; not drive in a manner likely to jeopardise the safety of any person or property on the Airside; obey all signposts, pavement markings, and traffic control devices located Airside. Where roadways intersect and there are no signs or markings, NSW state road rules (for example, about giving way to other vehicles) will apply at those points.

4.3

Road System

4.3.1

SACL provides a continuous road system around the Airport. This road system is designed and marked in accordance with the CASA Manual of Standards (MOS139) and allows for appropriate clearances from aircraft operating on the Movement Areas.

4.3.2

Vehicles must use the marked roadway system where provided. Vehicles may move off the roadway when in association with the servicing of an aircraft, and then only when within close proximity to that aircraft.

4.3.3

The Airside Road at a number of locations crosses operational taxiways and taxilanes. Aircraft and aircraft under tow have right of way in all circumstances. Drivers of vehicles including Category 1 or 2 ADA holders are permitted to cross taxiways at marked crossing areas however all drivers, must exercise extreme caution and in all cases, giving way to aircraft.

4.4

Height Restrictions

4.4.1

Vehicles in excess of 3.3 metres in height and/or slow moving Vehicles, must obtain clearance from ATC prior to travelling along the western perimeter roadway of runway 16R/34L (west of Taxiway A) between the southern extremity of the runway and the alternate Emergency Assembly Area (near Taxiway J).

4.4.2

Vehicles in excess of 4 metres in height travelling along the perimeter roadway must obtain clearance from ATC prior to transiting across any runway approach/take-off areas.

4.4.3

Any vehicles to which clause 4.4.1 or 4.4.2 applies, if non-radio equipped, must request to be escorted by SACL.

4.4.4

Height restrictions apply throughout various locations and are sign-posted accordingly. They include the SWOOS, Terminal buildings and the apron roadway on the Domestic 1 apron.

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4.5

Speed Limits

4.5.1 When driving on the airside at the Airport drivers must observe the following speed limits: (a) (b) (c) (d)

Within 3 metres of an aircraft on the Apron: < 10 km/hr Airside Roads (except where otherwise indicated): 40 km/hr Perimeter Roads (except where otherwise indicated): 60 km/hr All areas located beneath Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 10 km/hr including roadways, baggage makeup & basement areas (e) Where a speed limit is indicated by a sign or pavement marking, that shall be the maximum speed limit for that area.

4.5.2 Where there is an operational requirement to vary speeds to those indicated above, approval must be sought from the SACL Manager Safety, and the Vehicle must be driven at all times in a safe manner. In general, approval to vary the above speeds is only given to drivers involved in an Airport emergency or Airport inspections, or under the direction of ATC. 4.5.3 The speed limits are not indicators of the speed at which drivers should operate Vehicles; they indicate the maximum permitted speed . The driver must decide, depending on conditions such as weather and the load being carried by the Vehicle, what is a safe speed to travel (below the maximum permitted). 4.6

FOD Control Measures

4.6.1

It is the responsibility of all persons accessing the Airside to reduce Foreign Object Debris (FOD) by removing any item of FOD encountered whilst Airside and placing it in specially marked receptacles.

4.6.2

Drivers must ensure when driving Vehicles carrying loose material (such as garbage, plastic sheeting and paper) that the load is adequately secured or covered to prevent spillage. Any item falling from a Vehicle must be recovered by the driver and secured to prevent further spillage and possible aircraft damage. Items blowing onto the Manoeuvring Area must be brought to the attention of SACL Operations Officers as soon as possible.

4.7

Right of Way

4.7.1

All aircraft, including those under tow, have right of way over all other Vehicles.

4.7.2

Vehicles travelling on Airside roadways have right of way over vehicles entering/crossing roadways.

4.8

Overtaking other Vehicles

4.8.1. The following conditions apply to any Vehicle overtaking another Vehicle on the Airside: (a) The overtaking Vehicle must not breach the speed limit for that area; (b) The overtaking must be conducted in a safe manner;

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(c) The overtaking manoeuvre must not force any other vehicle off the airside road; (d) The overtaking manoeuvre must not force any other vehicle onto any part of the manoeuvring area (i.e. apron taxiway), nor should the overtaking Vehicle use the apron taxiway to overtake preceding traffic. 4.9

Proximity to Aircraft

4.9.1 Drivers must not drive a Vehicle within 3 metres of an aircraft, except when required for the servicing of that aircraft. 4.9.2 Drivers must not drive behind and must stay well clear of aircraft when their red anti-collision beacons are operating (as this indicates that the engines are running or are about to be started, or that the aircraft is about to move). 4.10

Towing of Rolling Stock

4.10.1 Drivers must not operate with a train of rolling stock in excess of: (a) Six (6) on aprons and airside roads; or (b) As stipulated under local arrangements within the basement baggage handling areas of Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 4.10.2 Drivers involved in towing rolling stock should refer to their company's SOP regarding the number that can be towed safely by their company equipment (which may differ from the maximum number set out in the preceding rule). 4.11

Vehicle Occupants

4.11.1 No person shall ride on or operate a Vehicle when the enger number is in excess of the designated capacity of that vehicle i.e. NO SEAT, NO RIDE. 4.11.2 In the case of a vehicle classified as a ‘Bus’, the number of ‘standing’ engers must not be in excess of the designated capacity of that vehicle. 4.11.3 The wearing of seat belts is mandatory in vehicles where seat belts are fitted. 4.12

Phones

4.12.1 The driver of a Vehicle must not whilst driving Airside answer or use, or attempt to answer or use, a hand-held phone. 4.12.2 The driver of a Vehicle should if using a hands-free device, ensure any use is kept to a minimum so as not to be a distraction and/or impair situational awareness.

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4.13

Vehicle Operations at the Terminals

4.13.1 No stopping, standing or parking of vehicles or equipment is permitted on concourse roadways at Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 unless otherwise designated. Additionally, this restriction applies to any areas where they could interfere with aircraft, pedestrians, other vehicles or emergency exits from terminals. Penalties will apply in clearly signed and/or marked areas. 4.13.2 No overtaking is permitted on concourse roadways or basement areas of Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. 4.13.3 Vehicles entering the concourse roadways at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 from the Apron must stop and give way to Vehicles on the concourse roadways. 4.13.4 Vehicles must not enter a roadway where the height of the vehicle is greater than the clearance height designated for that roadway. 4.14

Operating on the Manoeuvring Area

4.14.1 A driver must not enter the Manoeuvring Area unless: (a) (b) (c) (d)

(e) (f) (g)

(h)

there is an operational requirement to do so; a Category 3 or 4 ADA is held. A Category 4 ADA is required to enter or cross any runway or rapid exit taxiway (RET); a specific clearance is obtained to cross or enter a runway or rapid exit taxiway (RET), which are deemed to be continuously active; the Vehicle displays (on top of the Vehicle) an occulating or rotating beacon which is red and/or blue in the case of emergency response Vehicles and amber for other Vehicles, or displays amber flashing lights visible 360 degrees around the Vehicle (i.e. hazard lights); between sunset and sunrise or in conditions of declared low visibility the Vehicle has headlights illuminated (dipped) and tail lights operating; the Vehicle is equipped with a radio capable of receiving and transmitting on all Sydney ATC Tower frequencies; prior to entering the Manoeuvring Area, the driver obtains the latest terminal information to ascertain the aerodrome operating configuration including whether any low visibility, special procedures (see para 4.27) are in use; whilst operating on the Manoeuvring Area the driver must monitor the ATC Tower frequency appropriate to the area of operation and give way to all aircraft movements.

4.14.2 Drivers holding Category 3 or 4 ADAs are permitted to operate on taxiways without specific clearance from ATC. It is, however, incumbent upon the driver to maintain a listening watch on the frequency applicable to the area of operation and vacate the area for aircraft movements. 4.14.3 In the case of aircraft tugs with or without aircraft attached, or aircraft escort vehicles, drivers must seek clearance from ATC prior to commencing the tow or entering the Manoeuvring Area.

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4.14.4 A taxiway is not and must not be used as, a short distance transit route. 4.15

Operating on a Runway Strip or Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET)

4.15.1 A driver must not enter any runway (or its associated strip) or RET unless a Category 4 ADA is held and specific clearance to do so is obtained from Airservices Air Traffic Control (Procedures for the use of a radio to seek clearance are detailed in Section 10 “Radio Procedures” of this Handbook). 4.15.2 During periods of low visibility, special procedures (see para 4.27) will be adopted to control the movement and operation of Vehicles on the Manoeuvring Area. Advice will be available on the ATIS and drivers must listen to this broadcast immediately prior to ing ATC for clearance to enter the Manoeuvring Area. 4.16

Routes and Procedures on Apron Areas

4.16.1 Routes are marked throughout all Apron Areas. Marked roadways including taxiway/taxilane crossing points are to be used to access apron areas. 4.16.2 Vehicles must not be driven between engers moving to or from an aircraft. 4.16.3 Pedestrian access across the Movement Area is prohibited. Persons requiring pedestrian access around Terminals and Apron areas are required to follow marked footways or if no marked footways are available follow the building footprint. Vehicles must give way to pedestrians crossing at a pedestrian crossing. 4.16.4 Vehicles entering the concourse roadway at Terminal 1 or Terminal 2 from the apron have right of way. Pedestrians must give way to vehicles in these circumstances. 4.17

Operations near Runway 16L/34R

4.17.1 Vehicles operating within the area of control of ATC Aerodrome Controller East (as depicted on the Airside-driving map) must restrict operations to sealed surfaces. The depicted area comprises reclaimed land and disturbance of grassed surface may lead to a potential aircraft engineingestion incident. Access to grassed areas by vehicles is only permitted if associated facilities are withdrawn from aircraft operations.

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4.17.2 The perimeter roadway at the northeast corner of Runway 16L/34R es inside the runway strip (delineated by gable markers). A white painted “Flush Marker” on the roadway marks the location. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority has approved the use of this portion of roadway without a requirement to seek a clearance from ATC on each occasion. Vehicles proceeding on this portion of roadway must: (a) keep a vigilant watch for aircraft; (b) confine all movement to the sealed roadway only; (c) not stop or leave vehicle unattended near this area or within 100 metres of the aircraft approach side (as signposted) without ATC clearance. 4.17.3 The perimeter roadway at the southeast corner of Runway 16L/34R es within the Runway 34R approach surface. Vehicles proceeding on this portion of roadway must: (a) keep a vigilant watch for aircraft; (b) not transit between runway strip end and sign posted area whilst an aircraft is on its last 1000 metres of Runway 34R approach; (c) confine all movement to the sealed roadway only; (d) not stop or leave vehicle unattended within approach area (as signposted) without ATC clearance. 4.18

Vehicle Defects

4.18.1 Drivers must: (a) notify the Vehicle Operator of any defect in a Vehicle, as soon as the driver is aware of it; (b) immediately draw to the attention of the Vehicle Operator any written statement purporting to have been issued by or on behalf of the SACL Manager Safety and notifying a defect in a Vehicle being driven or attached to a Vehicle of which a driver is in charge. 4.19

Vehicle Parking Restrictions and Requirements

4.19.1 Vehicles or equipment must not be parked so that they will obstruct aircraft, other Vehicles or pedestrians using the Airside. 4.19.2 All aircraft servicing equipment must be stored, when not in use, wholly within marked equipment storage areas or other storage areas designated by SACL. 4.19.3 All aircraft servicing equipment awaiting immediate use is to be staged wholly within marked equipment staging areas on aircraft parking bays.

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4.19.4 Vehicles must not be parked or left in areas that are designated by signs or otherwise clearly marked as; no parking areas, limited no parking areas, no standing areas, limited no standing areas. Under the Regulations, failure to do so is an offence, and SACL may: (a) serve Infringement Notices on the driver or the owner of the Vehicle for breaches of these Airside parking restrictions. Monetary penalties apply; or (b) alternatively, SACL may commence court proceedings for these offences. 4.20

Parking Restrictions for Refuelling Vehicles

4.20.1 Refueling tanker vehicles/dispensers vehicles are not permitted to transit beneath any terminal building at the Airport. 4.20.2 Refuelling tanker vehicles/dispenser vehicles are not permitted to park unattended within 15 metres of a terminal building. 4.21

Push Bikes

4.21.1 No person is to ride a bicycle or tricycle Airside without the written permission of the SACL Manager Safety. 4.21.2 Pushbike riders may dismount and walk with their bike upon entering the Airside. 4.21.3 The SACL Manager Safety may approve the use of pushbikes by law enforcement or other government agencies, and may impose operating conditions to suit the requirements of the particular operation. However, pushbikes are prohibited on the Manoeuvring Areas. 4.21.4 Any approval given by the SACL Manager Safety may be withdrawn at any time by giving 7 days written notice of withdrawal. 4.22

Unserviceable Areas

4.22.1 No Vehicle may enter an area delineated by unserviceability markers and markings and/or lighting unless there is an operational need. If necessary to enter the area the driver must exercise extreme caution and only remain in that area for the period of that operational need. 4.23

Leased Areas

4.23.1 The driver of a Vehicle must not enter a leased area Airside without approval of the lessee unless they have a regulatory requirement to enter that area (SACL vehicles and personnel excepted). 4.23.2 The driver of a vehicle operating within a leased area must comply with the procedures for control of vehicles within that area produced by the lessee and approved by the SACL Manager Safety.

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4.24

Immobilised Vehicles

4.24.1 If a vehicle becomes immobilised on the Maneuvering area, the driver must immediately report this fact to Air Traffic Control. If unable to Air Traffic Control, remain with the vehicle. 4.24.2 If a vehicle becomes immobilised on an Apron area, the driver must notify a SACL Airport Operations Coordination Centre (AOCC) on 9667 9921 or 9667 9981. 4.24.3 The driver of any vehicle which becomes immobilised on an Apron area must provide to SACL staff such assistance as is reasonably requested to move the vehicle off the Apron area to another area as directed. 4.25

Vehicle Accidents

4.25.1 If the driver of a Vehicle is involved in an accident on the Airside which: (a) causes personal injury; or (b) causes property damage, the driver must immediately report the accident to the SACL Airport Operations Coordination Centre (AOCC) on phone: 9667 9921 or 9667 9981. 4.25.2 Unless a statement has already been given to a SACL authorised person (for example, at the scene of the accident/incident), a written statement must be forwarded to the SACL Manager Safety, within 72 hours of the occurrence, detailing the circumstances surrounding the accident/incident. 4.25.3 Any person(s) involved in or witness to an occurrence are required to disclose full details of the occurrence to the SACL Manager Safety and or his delegate. Failure to provide information or give false or misleading information is an offence. 4.26

Apron Services Area

4.26.1 A person must not drive a Vehicle in an Apron Services Area unless: (a) (b) (c)

the Vehicle carries a current AUA and the driver holds an appropriate ADA; or the Vehicle is under Supervision of an ADA holder; or the SACL Manager Safety has given written approval for the operation of such Vehicles in that part of the Apron Services Area and the operation of the Vehicle is in accordance with any conditions on which the approval was given.

4.26.2 Organisations wishing to operate in an Apron Services Area must make application to the SACL Manager Safety at least 7 days before proposed commencement of operations.

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4.27

Aviation Security

4.27.1 When driving airside within a security restricted area, drivers must display an approved Airside Security issued in accordance with: (a) the Airport Security Program approved for the Airport; and (b) the Air Navigation Regulations 1947. 4.27.2 A serious breach of any of the conditions in this document, may also mean a breach of the conditions of access to the airside of Sydney Airport. In this event, an authorised officer may physically withdraw access to Sydney Airport by removing the security (including an ASIC) issued by Sydney Airport Corporation Ltd, pending further investigation. 4.28

Low Visibility Operations

4.28.1 Low Visibility Operations is a mode of operation declared by Air Traffic Control, when the prevailing meteorological conditions cause the management of aircraft movement to be severely restricted. During this period, positive traffic management of both aircraft and Vehicles on the Manoeuvring Area is under the direct control of ATC. 4.28.2 Any vehicles needing to enter the Manoeuvring Area must seek ATC clearance to do so prior to entering the area. Only essential Vehicles may enter the Manoeuvring Area during Low Visibility Operations. 4.28.3 Under declared low visibility conditions, the following Vehicles are classified as ‘essential’ and may under ATC direction be cleared to enter the Manoeuvring Area: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)

SACL Operations vehicles Airport Rescue Fire Fighting vehicles SACL maintenance staff (under escort) Airservices Australia technicians (under escort) Australian Protective Service (under escort) Other emergency vehicles (under escort) Aircraft tugs involved in pushback operations onto active taxiways.

4.28.4 Aircraft servicing vehicles needing to operate on or near Apron areas during Low Visibility Operations shall be under the direct control of SACL Operations Officers or Airline Ramp Supervisors. 4.28.5 Any other vehicles not directly involved with the servicing of aircraft at that time must either: (a) maintain their then-current position; or (b) be stored in an area approved for that purpose; or (c) be stored in such other area as directed by the SACL Operations Officers; or (d) removed from the Airside, until such time as the Low Visibility Operation is declared complete.

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4.28.6 Other vehicles wishing to enter the Airside which do not meet the criteria of the those listed in para 4.27.3 or 4.27.4, may be refused entry. 4.29

Escorts

4.29.1 Drivers of Vehicles that are not authorised to drive Airside (ie. drivers without an ADA) may proceed Airside only if under the Supervision of an escort. SACL or a Vehicle Operator may make available a suitably authorised person to act as an escort. 4.29.2 For the purposes of this rule, a suitably authorised person is a holder of an ADA: (a) of the category required for the escort; and (b) that has been held for no less than three (3) months in that category. 4.29.3 A driver holding an appropriate ADA for the area of operation may escort an aircraft/vehicle by one of the following ways: (a)

driving a Vehicle for which an AUA is current and appropriately equipped to escort the supervised Vehicle;

(b)

riding in the supervised Vehicle; or

(c)

accompanying the supervised Vehicle on foot.

4.29.4 Before a driver of a Vehicle commences escorting supervised Vehicle/s, the driver of the escort Vehicle must ensure that the driver of the supervised Vehicle is aware of the following requirements: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h)

any specific rules for driving Airside applicable to the proposed route; the manner in which the escort will be conducted; the proposed route; to closely follow the escort vehicle; to give way to aircraft and engers on Aprons at all times; obtain an escort for the journey out of the Airside; to keep the supervised Vehicle behind the escorting Vehicle at a distance that will ensure adequate supervision at all times; if unsure at any time of correct procedures, a SACL Operations Officer for assistance.

4.29.5 The maximum number of Vehicles that may be escorted at one time is two (2) large semi-trailers or four (4) non-articulated vehicles. 4.29.6 Any convoy over that stated in clause 4.28.5 must have a second escort Vehicle located at the rear of the convoy. 4.29.7 The SACL Manager Safety may withdraw at any time its consent for a driver to act as an escort. This will be done by written notice to the driver, and will be a new condition of the ADA issued to that driver.

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4.30

Entry to the Airside

4.30.1 For safety and security reasons, any vehicle may be subject to inspection and/or search by the SACL Safety Manager, Airport Operations Officer, an Officer of the Australian Protective Service or other authorised person prior to entry to the Airside. 4.30.2 A Vehicle may be refused entry at any time based on, but not limited to any of the following conditions: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) 4.31

heighten security aerodrome emergency Low Visibilty Operations Vehicle defect As otherwise directed by the SACL Manager Safety.

Vehicles entering the Airside

4.31.1 All Vehicles entering the Airside of Sydney Airport must comply with the following conditions: (a) Be in a state of good repair (b) Must display a company logo of the ed owner of the Vehicle. (c) The company logo must be displayed on both sides of the Vehicle and be clearly readable from at least 100 metres (d) If the ed company does not have a logo. The company name and number must be displayed in its place. (e) Those Vehicles intending to operate on the Manoeuvring area must have an amber light affixed to the uppermost part of the body of the Vehicle. (f) Vehicle drivers must adhere to security regulations and have a lawful reason or excuse to be in any area of the airside. 4.31.2 Those Vehicle ed to operate Airside must carry and display a current Airport map and ATC light signals label – as supplied by SACL. 4.32

No Smoking in Vehicles

4.32.1 No person is permitted to smoke inside a Vehicle, while that Vehicle is located on the Airside of Sydney Airport. Monetary penalty will apply.

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SECTION 5 5.0

THE POINTS SYSTEM

5.1

Introduction

5.1.1 Persons found driving or acting contrary to the conditions set out in the Handbook or their individual ADA may accumulate points against their ADA for each breach. 5.1.2 For the purpose of these rules,“Dangerous Driving” means driving without due care and attention, including driving without regard for the safety of aircraft, engers and others using the Airside. Offence

501 502 503

510 511 512 513

550 551 552 553 554 555 556

Speeding Exceeding the Speed Limit by up to 30 km/h Exceeding the Speed Limit by more than 30 km/h but not more than 45 km/h Exceeding the Speed Limit by more than 45 km/h

Safety in the vicinity of Aircraft Failure to give way to taxiing aircraft Failure to give way to aircraft under tow Failure to stop when an aircraft has beacons activated Failure to give way to an aircraft that has commenced pushback Failure to Abide by Airside Markings Failure to stop at a stop sign Failure to give way at a give way sign Disobeying traffic signals Failure to use marked roadway (where provided) Disobeying traffic directions Accessing an area in a vehicle without lawful reason or excuse Failure to comply with ATC Instruction

Points

AVCH Ref:

3 6

4.5.1 4.5.1

12

4.5.1

6 6 3 6

4.7.1 4.7.1 4.9.2 4.7.1

3 3 3 3 3 3

4.2.4(g) 4.2.4(g) 4.2.4(g) 4.3.2 4.2.4(g) 3.3, 4.26.2, 4.31.1(f) 4.14.2, 4.14.3, 4.15.1, 4.27.2, 4.28.2

3

581

Improper Overtaking Driving in a manner dangerous to people, other vehicles, or equipment Failure to overtake in a safe manner

600 601

Cover Loose Material Knowingly dropping rubbish on the apron from a vehicle Failure to secure a load on a vehicle or trailer

6 3

4.6.2 4.6.2

610 611 612

Improper Lighting Failure to dip headlights Driving without headlights Failure to use rotating beacons on maneuvering area

3 3 3

4.14.1(e) 4.14.1(e) 4.14.1(d)

630

Low Visibility Driving airside during low visibility without authority

6

4.28

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4.8.1

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No Smoking Smoking in a vehicle on the airside

Fine

4.32.1

3

4.16.3

3

4.16.2

Towing of Freight Dollies Towing more than the allowable number of rolling stock

3

4.10.1

701

Riding on Equipment Carrying a enger when there is no seat provided Offence – Driver Offence – Each person without a seat and holding an ADA

6 3

4.11.2

710

Seat Belts Driving without wearing a seat belt (where fitted)

3

4.11.3

720

Bicycle Riding a bicycle airside (unless permitted by SACL)

3

4.21.1

3

1.4, 4.1.2

6

6

1.4.1; 1.4.2; 4.1.2 1.1.1; 1.4.2; 1.4.3, 4.2.3 4.25.1

3 6

3.2.1(a) 3.2.1(b)

12

3.2.1(c)

Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3) Fine (3)

4.13.1 4.13.1 4.13.1 4.13.1 4.19.1 4.19.1 4.19.1 4.19.1

3 3 3 3 3 3 3

2.8.1; 2.8.2; 2.8.3 2.3 4.31.1 4.31.2 4.29 4.25.1, 4.25.2 4.25.3

3 3

4.7.2 4.14.3

3

4.12

650 651

690

700

770 771 772 773

800 801 802

Pedestrian Safety Failure to give way to engers or pedestrian at a pedestrian crossing Driving across a enger pedestrian crossing during loading/unloading of engers

Failure to Follow Directions Failure to follow any directions of Sydney Airport Authorised Officer Failure to show Airside Driving Authority when requested by an Authorised Officer Failure to show State Driver Licence when requested by an Authorised Officer within 72 hours Failure to stop after an accident Exceeding Authority Driving on an apron without the appropriate authority Driving on a taxiway or taxilane without the appropriate authority Driving on a runway without the appropriate authority

4.11.1

3

Improper Parking (Points may apply to identified ADA holders)

810 811 812 813 814 815 816 817

Parking in a ‘No Parking’ zone Parking in a ‘No Standing’ or ‘No Stopping’ zone Parking in a designated ‘Safety’ or emergency vehicle zone Parking in an area that obstructs an emergency exit Parking in an area that obstructs traffic Parking in an area that obstructs pedestrians Parking in an area that obstructs aircraft Failure to park wholly within a designated storage area

901

Other Failure to display AUA

902 903 904 905 906 907 908 909 910

Failure to have a valid AUA Failure to display company logos /identification on vehicle Failure to carry airport map/tower signals in vehicle Failure to maintain proper escort (vehicle/aircraft) Failure to report vehicle accident/incident Failure to provide information or giving false or misleading information Failure to give way to vehicles already on the airside road Failure to make with ATC prior to commencing aircraft escort Using a hand-held mobile phone while driving airside

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5.1.3 In certain circumstances , the SACL Manager Safety may review the points allocated and depending on the circumstance, including the severity of the offence, possible consequences (e.g. death, disability, injury, property damage etc), may increase the points against the particular offence. 5.1.4 If a driver commits multiple offences, he/she may lose multiples of points for each offence committed – points issued will be cumulative for a given action or behaviour. 5.2

Notification to Operating Company

5.2.1 If an Infringement Notice is issued to any driver, it will be recorded by SACL and a notification specifying the details of the offence will also be forwarded to the Company/Vehicle Operator sponsoring the ADA of the driver.

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SECTION 6 6.0

APPROVED ISSUING AUTHORITIES

6.0

Introduction

6.0.1

An Approved Issuing Authority is a company or organisation to which SACL delegates the responsibility to carry out the training, testing, and issuance of an ADA for the Airport.

6.0.2

The SACL Manager Safety may from time to time authorise an Approved Issuing Authority to issue ADAs to their own employees and to employees of their Subsidiaries. Any authorisation will be subject to the conditions set out in this Handbook, and any other reasonable conditions imposed by the SACL Manager Safety. For example, it is a condition of any authorisation that an AIA may only issue an ADA in accordance with the criteria set out in this Handbook.

6.1.3 An applicant company must , in applying to be an Approved Issuing Authority, provide to the SACL Manager Safety the following information: (a) the number of employees likely to be issued with ADAs ; (b) a copy of the proposed training material, which must include: i ii iii iv v vi

Rules for Driving Airside Geography of the Airport ATC communication procedures Airport Markings Aircraft Towing Procedures Standard company airside operating procedures.

(c) trading name of any Subsidiary company to which they intend issuing ADA. 6.1.4

The AIA may not issue ADAs until the SACL Manager Safety is satisfied that the company has equipment suitable to run the SACL Manager Safety's ADA computer test and use the standard test as a minimum testing requirement.

6.2

Information to Drivers

6.2.1

An AIA must keep up to date and issue to all its own employees and employees of its Subsidiaries who may be required to drive on Airside as part of their duties, the following (as amended by the SACL Manager Safety from time to time): (a) Airside Vehicle Control Handbook and Pocketbooks (b) guidance material approved by the SACL Manager Safety regarding the use and meaning of signs, markers and markings (c) application forms for ADAs (d) All current documents, forms, training and testing material.

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6.2.2

The SACL Manager Safety will ensure that all AIAs receive the following material in order to distribute/make available to its own employees and employees of it Subsidiaries: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)

AVCH (and amendments as issued) Airside Vehicle Control Pocketbooks Safety Bulletins Safety Alerts Sydney Airport Operational Bulletins Application forms for ADAs All current documents, forms, training and testing material.

6.3

Training Material

6.3.1

SACL has produced a computer based training package that provides training for the initial issue of an ADA , or for revision for those already issued with an ADA . Some of the issues addressed within the package include: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g)

human factors relating to Airside driving emphasis on situational awareness safety awareness driver responsibilities vehicle Operator responsibilities rules and regulations governing Airside driving Airport geography

6.3.2 Copies of the Computer based training package are available from the SACL Airside Driving Centre. 6.4

Record Keeping/Audit

6.4.1

An AIA must: (a)

retain for a minimum of 7 years, all applications for ADAs dealt with by it or on its behalf;

(b)

make and retain for a minimum of 7 years records sufficient to enable the SACL Manager Safety from time to time to conduct an audit to ensure the AIA is maintaining satisfactory standards in the carrying out of its functions as an AIA , including a record of: (i) (ii) (iii)

the assessment on behalf of the AIA of the compliance of ADA applicants with the requirements of the Handbook; the materials used in the training and testing of applicants for ADA’s; the training and testing of individual applicants for ADAs,

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(c)

provide on request and in such format as the SACL Manager Safety may require a listing of drivers that hold ADAs issued and cancelled by the AIA with such other details and information about the authorities/endorsements as the SACL Manager Safety may direct; and

(d)

provide the SACL Manager Safety with reasonable access to its records and premises to enable the SACL Manager Safety to carry out audits to ensure that the AIA is maintaining satisfactory standards in the carrying out of its functions as an AIA; and

(e)

ensure that relevant officers and employees of the AIA and its Subsidiaries make themselves available and co-operate with the SACL Manager Safety when carrying out such audits.

6.4.2

The AIA must train and test its employees and employees of its Subsidiaries to drive Airside to the standard required by the SACL Manager Safety.

6.5

Cancellation

6.5.1

The SACL Manager Safety at any time may revoke authorisation of an AIA by giving 7 days written notice to the AIA.

6.5.2

A Vehicle Operator may appeal a decision to revoke an authorisation of an AIA to the istrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).

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SECTION 7 7.0

APPROVED TRAINING OFFICERS

7.1

Introduction

7.1.1

An Approved Training Officer is a person who is accepted by the SACL Manager Safety to deliver their company's training package (and to test where they are part of an organisation which is an Approved Issuing Authority) to persons wishing to obtain an ADA.

7.2

Nominated Training Officer

7.2.1 An Approved Issuing Authority or a Vehicle Operator may at any time submit in writing to the SACL Manager Safety a nomination of a person to be an Approved Training Officer, where that person: (a) is an officer or employee of the Approved Issuing Authority or a Subsidiary; and (b) holds a current ADA at the level that s/he seeks approval to train. 7.2.2

The SACL Manager Safety may approve a person nominated by the Approved Issuing Authority or a Vehicle Operator to be an Approved Training Officer subject to such limitations and conditions as the SACL Manager Safety consider appropriate, and those conditions will be set out a Letter of Authority.

7.2.3

The SACL Manager Safety will, before issuing any Letter of Authority, require that persons nominated to be Approved Training Officers undergo SACL tests to confirm their suitability for such tasks.

7.2.4

The SACL Manager Safety shall maintain a record of Approved Training Officers for whom Letters of Authority have been issued.

7.3

Scope of Authority

7.3.1

An Approved Training Officer may only train and test for categories of ADA as specified by SACL in a Letter of Authority.

7.3.2

Approved Training Officers are required to train and test the employees of the Approved Issuing Authority or Vehicle Operator (as the case may be) and the employees of its Subsidiaries who apply for an ADA.

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7.4

Suspension of Authority

7.4.1

The SACL Manager Safety may at any time suspend a person’s Letter of Authority to be an Approved Training Officer by written notice. That notice will be given within 7 days of the suspension, and will specify the: (a) reason/s for; and (b) period of, the suspension.

7.5

Testing of Approved Testing Officers

7.5.1 Approved Training Officers must make themselves available for assessment testing by the SACL Manager Safety at least annually. 7.6

Cancellation of an Approved Testing Officer

7.6.1 The SACL Manager Safety at any time may cancel the approval of a person as an Approved Training Officer by giving 7 days written notice to the Approved Training Officer, as well as the Approved Issuing Authority or the Vehicle Operator (as the case may be).

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SECTION 8 8.0

MISCELLANEOUS

8.1 Schedule of Fees 8.1.1 Details of fees for authorities issued and other services provided by SACL can be obtained from the SACL Airside Driving Centre. 8.2

Exemptions

8.2.1

Any person, including a Vehicle Operator, ADA applicant or Approved Issuing Authority may apply to the SACL Manager Safety for exemption from certain provisions of this Handbook either generally or in relation to specific situations, persons, activities or Airside areas. However, any exemption is at the absolute discretion of the SACL Manager Safety (who must take into legislative obligations in determining whether an exemption can be granted.

8.2.2

Any such exemption, if granted, would be considered as a temporary measure until the particular conditions of this Handbook can be met by the applicant.

8.2.3 The SACL Manager Safety may approve, in writing, any such exemption on such conditions as the SACL Manager Safety considers appropriate. 8.3

Changes in Government Departments

8.3.1

If a Government Department which is a Vehicle Operator or an Approved Issuing Authority is affected by a change in istrative arrangements which allocate the Department's functions involving Airside operations to a new or another Department, this Handbook operates in relation to the new or the other Department, as far as possible, as if all actions previously taken by or in relation to the previous Department had been taken by, or in relation to, the new Department.

8.4

Transition

8.4.1 As far as possible, actions taken under a previous AVCH for Sydney Airport shall be taken to have been done under this Handbook and shall be subject to amendment, renewal, cancellation and/or suspension as the case may be in accordance with this Handbook. 8.5

Emergency Service Vehicles

8.5.1

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8.5.2

Due to the nature of their role, it is possible that they may in the course of specific duties breach the Rules for Driving Airside. Station ‘Standing Orders’ have been developed and agreed between SACL and the respective Emergency Services, so that any breach of the AVCH is restricted to specific ‘response’ actions. At no time will safety be compromised.

8.5.3

Other State Emergency Service Vehicles will unless otherwise authorised, be subject to the conditions of this Handbook.

8.6

Emergency Response Vehicles

8.6.1 Sydney Airport Corporation Operations Vehicles will respond to emergencies on the airport. 8.6.2 Due to the nature of their role, Airport Operations Officers may in the course of specific duties breach the Rules for Driving Airside. ‘Standard Operating Procedures’ have been developed and provide strict guidelines for responding to emergency situations and specific ‘response’ actions. At no time will safety be compromised.

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SECTION 10 10.0

RADIO PROCEDURES

10.1

Introduction

10.1.1 Refer to your Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency notes to ensure you fully understand the regulations and restrictions that apply to the Movement Area and specifically the Maneuvering area. 10.1.2 A full listing of all ground vehicle radio call signs is contained within the Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport Operations Manual. The SACL Aviation Safety/OHS Manager is responsible for the allocation of ground vehicle VHF (ATC) radio callsigns. Should an operator require the allocation of a call sign the Company should the SACL Aviation Safety/OHS Manager. 10.2

Transmission Techniques

10.2.1 The efficient use of two-way radio depends largely on microphone technique, the method of speaking and choice of words used by the operator. (Refer to your Radio Operators Certificate of Proficiency notes) 10.3

Phonetic Alphabet

10.3.1 The International Phonetic Alphabet is used to assist in voice transmission of call signs, taxiway designators and the spelling of proper names and unusual words. LETTER

SPOKEN AS

PRONUNCIATION

LETTER

SPOKEN AS

PRONUNCIATION

A B C D E F G H I J K L M

ALFA BRAVO CHARLIE DELTA ECHO FOXTROT GOLF HOTEL INDIA JULIETT KILO LIMA MIKE

AL-fa BRAH-voh CHAR-lie DEL-tah ECK-oh FOKS-trot Golf hoh-TELL IN-dee-ah JEW-lee-ETT KEE-LOH LEE-mah mike

N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

NOVEMBER OSCAR PAPA QUEBEC ROMEO SIERRA TANGO UNIFORM VICTOR WHISKY X-RAY YANKEE ZULU

no-VEM-ber OSS-cah pah-PAH key-BECK ROH-me-OH see-AIR-rah TANG-go YOU-nee-form VIC-TAH WISS-key ECKS-RAY YANG-key ZOO-loo

10.4

Numerals

10.4.1

Numbers are to be transmitted using the following pronunciations: 0 1 2 3

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4 5 6 7 8 9 DECIMAL HUNDRED THOUSAND

FOW-er FIFE SIX SEV-en AIT NIN-er DAY-SEE-MAL HUN-dred TOUSAND or THOUSAND

10.4.2 In general, numbers except whole thousands, are to be transmitted by pronouncing each digit separately, e.g. 10 75 100 583 5000 11000 24000 38143

ONE ZERO SEVEN FIVE ONE ZERO ZERO FIVE EIGHT THREE FIVE THOUSAND ONE ONE THOUSAND TWO FOUR THOUSAND THREE EIGHT ONE FOUR THREE

10.4.3 Numbers (Operational Numbers) containing decimals are transmitted with the decimal point, in appropriate sequence, indicated by the word 'decimal', daysee-mal e.g. 118.1 ONE ONE EIGHT DECIMAL (day-see-mal) ONE 11.2 ONE TWO ONE DECIMAL(day-see-mal) NINE 10.5

Callsigns for Ground Vehicles (non–operational numbers)

10.5.1 Ground vehicle call signs are to be transmitted using the group form and be preceded by a vehicle identifier, e.g. Car 12 Car 22

CAR TWELVE CAR TWENTY-TWO

10.5.2 ATC use of discrete callsigns for specific vehicles, e.g.: Qantas Red Alpha …. Virgin Gold Kilo …. 10.6

Radio Checks and Testing

10.6.1 For routine radio checks or whenever it is suspected that radio equipment may not be performing correctly, a mandatory radio check is required. 10.6.2 In requesting, a ‘radio check’, the accepted acknowledgement in of readability will be gauged as a ranking of 1 through to 5. The meaning of which is shown here: 1 2

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3 4 5

Readable but with difficulty Readable Perfectly readable

10.6.3 The minimum acceptable standard for a transmitter's readability on Sydney Aerodrome is ‘Four’. 10.7

Commonly Used Phrases

10.7.1 The following phrases are commonly used. Certificate of Proficiency Notes

Refer to your Radio Operators

10.7.2 Initial Communications with ATC - before transmitting, be sure the channel is clear then using the 4 W’s: -

Who you are calling SYDNEY GROUND Tell the Tower WHO you are Your approved callsign (e.g. Car Two, Tender 4, etc) Tell the Tower WHERE you are ON TWY ALPHA Tell the Tower what you wish to do REQUEST ENTER RUNWAY 25 Tell the Tower of other significant details ESCORTING SLOW MOVING VEHICLE, REQUIRE TWO MINUTES TO CROSS

10.7.3 Read-back Requirements - the following ATC approvals and instructions are mandatory to be read back. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f)

Any instruction HOLD or HOLD SHORT An instruction to expedite Any nominated holding point Any instruction to enter runway strip and/or RET Any runway or RET crossing instruction Any instruction to change frequency

10.7.4 Aircraft under Tow - examples of a request to the Tower to tow an aircraft onto the maneuvering area; Example 1. SYDNEY GROUND, QANTAS RED ALPHA, REQUEST TOW A QANTAS SEVEN THREE SEVEN FROM DOMESTIC BAY NINE TO HANGAR THREE. Tower response: Qantas Red Alpha push back approved, report ready to tow (assumes SMC not able to approve full tow). Your acknowledgment: QANTAS RED ALPHA. Your request: QANTAS RED ALPHA READY TO TOW. Tower: Qantas Red Alpha tow approved via Charlie and Bravo Four. Your acknowledgment: QANTAS RED ALPHA tow via Charlie and Bravo four.

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Example 2. SYDNEY GROUND (121.7) VIRGIN GOLD KILO, REQUEST TOW VIRGIN SEVEN THREE SEVEN FROM BAY 49 TO INTERNATIONAL BAY 57 ATC response: Virgin Gold Kilo tow approved via Golf, Hold short of Charlie Your acknowledgment: TOW VIA GOLF, HOLDING SHORT OF CHARLIE, VIRGIN GOLD KILO ATC: Virgin Gold Kilo continue to tow Hold Short of Runway 16 Right call ground (126.5) Your acknowledgment: HOLDING SHORT RUNWAY 16 RIGHT - call ground 126.5 VIRGIN GOLD KILO 126.5 Sydney Ground Virgin Gold Kilo on 126.5 ATC Virgin Gold Kilo cross Runway 16 Right Tow to Bay 57 Your acknowledgment: CROSSING RUNWAY 16 RIGHT, 126.5 VIRGIN GOLD KILO Note: Tug driver reads back Hold Short of Taxiway Charlie, Runway 16 Right, crossing of Runway 16 Right and frequency change. 10.7.5 Crossing a runway - Example of a request to cross a runway; SYDNEY GROUND - CAR FOURTEEN ON TAXIWAY HOTEL - REQUEST CROSS RUNWAY 16R Tower response: Car 14 hold short of Runway 16R Your acknowledgment: HOLDING SHORT OF RUNWAY 16R - CAR FOURTEEN Note: Your request was denied at this time and would be followed, when the runway is clear, by Car 14, cross Runway 16R Your acknowledgment: CROSSING RUNWAY 16R, CAR 14.

10.7.6 Typical replies from the Tower advising you of restrictions/instructions: CAR TWO - SYDNEY GROUND - HOLD POSITION (Stay where you are and await further details regardless of where you are) CAR TWO - SYDNEY GROUND - ENTER RUNWAY 16R - CROSS RUNWAY 07 - EXPEDITE (Enter Runway 16R without any delay and cross Runway 07. You must not cross Runway 07 again without approval). CAR NINE - SYDNEY GROUND - HOLD SHORT RUNWAY 16R - EXPECT ONE ZERO MINUTE DELAY (Several aircraft are on approach or taxiing for departure - you may wish to try later, in which case your request should be cancelled with ATC). CAR SIXTEEN - VACATE RUNWAY 07 (Regardless of what you are doing, what you have requested or what you have been cleared to do so far, move outside the runway strip markers).

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10.7.7 The meaning of "HOLD" - the word "stop" is rarely used in radio transmissions from the Tower - instead you will hear the word "HOLD", which means, "STOP". Examples of the use of "HOLD" are: "HOLD POSITION" (Stop where you are) HOLD SHORT OF RUNWAY 16L (Stop clear of the runway strip at taxiway holding point or gable markers). 10.7.8 Radio Emergency Procedures - If the driver suspects for any reason the VHF radio has ceased to operate, he/she should expedite the return of the vehicle to base to have the radio repaired. If at the time of a suspected or actual radio failure, the vehicle was proceeding in accordance with an ATC clearance, the driver should vacate the maneuvering area without entering or crossing a runway or RET. 10.7.9 Procedure for Vehicles to Vacate Maneuvering Area a) If on runway, vacate the runway immediately. b) Vacate the maneuvering area via the safest direct route; do not cross runways or RETs c) Exercise extreme caution at all times and keep a vigilant watch for aircraft. d) Upon vacating the maneuvering area, establish with the Tower and advise that you are clear of the maneuvering area. Use either another radio or telephone. e) Do not re enter the maneuvering area until the radio has been repaired. 10.7.10

Procedures for Tugs (Towing Aircraft) to Vacate Maneuvering Area - If on runway: (a) vacate the runway immediately onto the nearest taxiway. Ensure the aircraft has vacated the runway strip then hold position. (b) Hold position on taxiway and await arrival of Sydney Airport Operations Officer. Do not leave your vehicle.

(c) Make no more than two transmissions to ATC to advise of your situation (suspected radio failure) and intentions. For Example: Sydney Ground, (your Callsign), towing (Aircraft type) on Taxiway Alpha request escort vehicle due to radio failure. Will hold present position. 10.8

Some General Tips - before you go out onto the Maneuvering Area: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f)

KNOW THE PROCEDURES KNOW THE LIGHT SIGNALS BE PRECISE - AND PATIENT COMPLY WITH ALL INSTRUCTIONS COMPLY WITH HANDBOOK KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN, STAY ALERT AND NEVER GO BEYOND HEARING RANGE OF YOUR RADIO

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(g) PLAN WORK CAREFULLY AND AVOID ANY TENDENCY TO RUSH WHILST AIRSIDE (h) NEVER LEAVE ANYTHING (EQUIPMENT OR TOOLS) ON THE MOVEMENT AREA (i) BRIEF YOURSELF ON THE CURRENT SITUATION ON THE MANEOUVRING AREA BY LISTENING TO ATIS BEFORE PROCEEDING. 10.8.1 If you become confused about what is happening, leave the Movement Area immediately and consult your supervisor about further training. 10.9 Light Signals - If you receive light signals from the Tower, respond to them promptly. GREEN FLASHES STEADY RED RED FLASHES WHITE FLASHES

Permission to cross runway or to move on a taxiway Stop immediately Move off the runway or taxiway and watch out for aircraft Vacate the Maneuvering Area in accordance with local Handbook

10.10 Radio Frequencies - Monitor indicated frequencies unless advised by ATC to operate on an alternate frequency. CONTROLLER Sydney Tower Aerodrome Controller East Sydney Tower Aerodrome Controller West Surface Movement Controller East Surface Movement Controller West Automated Terminal Information Service Airport Emergency Response

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CALLSIGN ADC E

FREQUENCY 124.7 MHz

ADC W

120.5 MHz

SMC E

121.7 MHz

SMC W

126.5 MHz

ATIS

118.55 MHz 126.25 MHz 131.0 MHz

Not to be used by anyone other than ARFF

AREA R/W 16L/34R and associated T/W's east of 'C' + Helipad R/W's 16R/34L and 07/25 T/W's east of R/W 16R/34L T/W's west of R/W 16R/34L

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SECTION 11 11.0

DEFINITIONS

Aircraft Radiotelephone Operator Certificate of Proficiency

A certificate issued in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulation 83A

Airport

Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

Airport Security Program

The security arrangements in force at the Airport in accordance with s.22ZA of the Air Navigation Act

Airside

The Movement Area of the Airport, adjacent terrain and buildings (excluding the interior of buildings) or portions thereof.

Airside Road

A road within the Airside of the Airport and marked as a road.

Air Traffic Control (ATC)

A general term about the exercise of control over aircraft and vehicles on Sydney Airport, by Airservices Australia

Airside Traffic Infringement Notice (A.T.I.N)

An infringement notice issued by an Authorised person, following a breach of the Rules for Driving Airside as set out in Part 4 of the Handbook

Authority for Use Airside (AUA)

An Authority issued in accordance with the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations.

Approved Issuing Authority (AIA)

A person or body authorised under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations to issue ADA or AUAs for the Airport

Approved Training Officer

A person nominated by an Approved Issuing Authority and approved by SACL in accordance with Part 7 of the Handbook

Apron

That part of an Airport used: for the purpose of enabling engers to board, or disembark from aircraft; for loading cargo on to, or unloading cargo from, aircraft; and /or for refueling, parking or carrying out maintenance on aircraft

Authority to Drive Airside (ADA)

An ADA issued under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations

Authority to Drive Airside Category 2

An Authority authorising driving in Category 2 issued in accordance with Part 3 of the Handbook

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Authority to Drive Airside Category 3

An Authority authorising driving in Category 3 issued in accordance with Part 3 of the Handbook

Authority to Drive Airside Category 4

An Authority authorising driving in Category 4 issued in accordance with Part 3 of the Handbook

Authorised Signatory

A authorised signatory employed by a Vehicle Operator to sign a request for a AUA/ADA application Taxiing on a runway in the opposite direction to the current direction of operation

Backtrack

Low Visibility Operations

Special procedures to be implemented by Air Traffic Control and the aerodrome operator to protect the runways. Activated at a trigger point when conditions are above the minima and the forecast is that the visibility will reduce to below 800m and/or cloudbase is below 200ft

Company

The owner or other person, firm, company or corporation (including government departments or business enterprises), controlling the operations of one or more Vehicles on Airside, or any person who has procured such vehicle for operation by his own agents Refers to the Radio callsign/designation of a SACL Operations vehicle

Car # (i.e. Car 2)

Escort

Frequent Handbook Landside

Leased Area

Maneuvering Area

Markings Movement Area

Notifiable Accident

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An ADA holder who accompanies a vehicle/aircraft and who accepts responsibility for its control at all times At least three times per week This AVCH, including any appendices or attachments That portion of the Airport not designated as Airside and to which the general public normally has free access An area where a tenant pays a fee for use of a defined space. A person operating a vehicle on the leased area must have the lessee's consent That part of the Airport used for the takeoff, landing and taxiing of aircraft, excluding Aprons Visual distinguishing features on Vehicles That part of the Airport that is used for the surface movement of aircraft, including Maneuvering Areas and Aprons Any vehicle accident resulting in personal injury and/or damage to Sydney Airport property and/or which may involve Sydney Airport in litigation (Sydney Airport requires to be notified immediately of all accidents)

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Operations Officer

Pavement Markings Perimeter Road

Pocketbook

Prohibited Area

Rapid Exit Taxiway (RET) Restricted Area

Runway/Taxiway Strip

Runway Visual Range (RVR) Speed Limit

Subsidiary Supervision

Supervised Vehicle

SACL Sydney Airport Vehicle Terminal 1

Terminal 2

Vehicle Operator

Vehicle

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A person appointed by the Secretary to the Department of Transport & Regional Services as an authorised person under the Airports (Control of On-Airport Activities) Regulations The symbols, lines, words and figures displayed on the surface of a Movement Area An Airside Road, which remains clear of the Maneuvering Areas (except in areas where the road marked as a road, crosses a taxiway) and being marked as a Perimeter Road on the plan at Attachment "H" The publication containing rules for driving Airside, markings, airport map etc., which is applicable to that category of airside driving authority shown on the cover Any part of the Airport, designated by legislation or otherwise, access to which is prohibited to persons not having lawful authority or excuse to enter the area A taxiway that enables higher than normal exit speeds off a runway Any part of the Airport, designated by legislation or otherwise, access to which is prohibited to persons not having lawful authority or excuse to enter the area A specific area on each side of the runway/taxiway designed to reduce the risk of damage to an aircraft should it run off the runway/taxiway The horizontal distance a pilot may see along the runway The speed limit in a particular area, determined in accordance with Part 4 of this Handbook A wholly owned subsidiary Supervision in accordance with Part 5 of the Handbook and with the Rules for Drivers Operating Airside A Vehicle driven under Supervision in accordance with Part 5 of the Handbook and with the Rules for Drivers Operating Airside Sydney Airport Corporation Ltd, the airport operator for the Airport All vehicles owned by or under the direct control of SACL The international terminal at the Airport which is operated by SACL (and formerly known as the “Sydney International Terminal”) The domestic terminal at the Airport which is operated by SACL (and formerly operated by Ansett Australia) A person, firm, body corporate or Government Department controlling the operation of a Vehicle whether as owner, hirer or otherwise A motor vehicle or other specialised Airside mobile equipment, other than bicycles and tricycles. [Note: Bicycles and tricycles are not within this definition of Vehicle. Bicycles and

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Visibility

Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC)

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tricycles may only be used Airside in accordance with requirements of the Handbook Low Visibility: When the local visibility is reduced to below 1500m and subsequently limits aerodrome operations For the purposes of this Handbook, where CASA imposes a VMC operating restriction for such activities as aerodrome works or crane operations, VMC will be considered as a minimum horizontal visibility of 5000 metres and a cloud base at or above 1000 feet above ground level

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