Ground Support Equipment Safety Driving and Parking Inside ERA
Apply the following precautions when driving or parking Ground Support Equipment (GSE) within the ERA:
(a) Make a minimum of one complete stop with all motorized vehicles/equipment prior to entering the ERA.
1. Conduct another “Brake Check” or “Safety Stop” within the ERA by coming to a full and complete stop to confirm the serviceability of the brake system on the vehicle and to test the apron surface.
2. This action must be carried out even if there is no Equipment Restraint Line marked on the apron.
3. This stop must be conducted at a distance of no less than 5m/15ft from the aircraft.