The health and welfare of flight crews, airline workers and the traveling public is a top priority of the FAA. We work closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the aviation industry, as well as other Federal government partners on issues of public health and on disease awareness, when appropriate. Guidance on training…
Tag: Ebola
TWU Coordination of Continued Safety & Preparedness Efforts in Response to Ebola Virus Threat
On Oct.23rd the TWU convened an Ebola Safety and Preparedness Summit Meeting in Washington D.C. Safety representatives from all Divisions gave first-hand reports and it became evident that many employers were failing to give adequate training. The following communication was drafted by Int’l and sent to all TWU Local Presidents. …
Ebola Guidance for Airlines
Interim Guidance about Ebola Infection for Airline Crews, Cleaning Personnel, and Cargo Personnel SOURCE: CDC Purpose: To give information to airlines on stopping ill travelers from boarding, managing and reporting onboard sick travelers, protecting crew and passengers from infection, and cleaning the plane and disinfecting contaminated areas. Key Points A U.S. Department of Transportation rule…