Who is responsible for ensuring familiarity with current Airside Traffic Directives?

The responsibility for ensuring familiarity with current Airside Traffic Directives falls on each vehicle operator. Vehicle operators must be well-informed about the regulations and directives that govern airside operations to maintain safety and compliance in a busy airport environment. This knowledge is crucial because vehicle operators interact directly with aircraft and other ground vehicles, and their actions can significantly impact airport safety.

Each operator is tasked with understanding these directives to be able to navigate the airside safely, respond to emergencies appropriately, and follow designated traffic patterns. It is imperative that they stay updated, as directives may change based on operational needs or safety reviews.

While the Airside Patroller plays a critical role in monitoring and guiding airside traffic, and the airport authority establishes policies and procedures, the primary responsibility for adherence to these directives rests with the individuals operating the vehicles. Maintenance staff, while important for the upkeep of vehicles, are not directly responsible for the operational aspects of airside traffic directives.