Industry statistics
60,000+ workers
Workforce
High (regulated)
Risk level
Crew-based
First aider ratio
Aviation-specific
Certification
Most common injury scenarios
Pre-empt the predictable. These are the scenarios you should be ready for in this industry.
- Cabin crew injuries (turbulence, service)
- Passenger medical emergencies at altitude
- Ground crew baggage & servicing accidents
- Aviation fuel exposure
- Decompression incidents
- Aircraft maintenance injuries
Industry-specific first aid guides
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In-flight medical emergency protocols
Aviation ground crew safety
Passenger cardiac event response
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Aircraft maintenance first aid
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