N.J. Admin. Code § 19:76-1.11

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 19, October 7, 2024

Section 19:76-1.11 - Loading bridge operations

(a) No person shall be on the exterior maintenance stairs when a loading bridge is in the process of moving.

(b) All loading bridges shall maneuver in the areas provided and marked on the ground.

(c) Only a tug that is in the process of moving an aircraft in or out of an aircraft slot may cross into the maneuvering area of a loading bridge.

(d) No vehicle shall be driven under a loading bridge.

(e) Loading bridges may only be operated by personnel who have completed an Authority-approved training program and are employed by an operator, fixed-base operator, the Operations Department, or the Authority, or its designated representative.

(f) Loading bridges will be operated with a minimum of two qualified people at all times. One person to operate the loading bridge and the second (located on the ground) to assure clearance of any obstructions at ground level. Personnel must communicate via radio or hand signals during the operation and movement of the bridge.

(g) Only the person operating the loading bridge is permitted in the bridge while it is in operation.

(h) When not in use, the loading bridge will be stored in a default position or as requested by the Authority or Operations Department.

(i) All operators and fixed-base operators operating loading bridges must provide evidence of insurance to the Authority.

(j) Airport personnel must obey all warning devices and remain clear of loading bridges when in operation. Use of a bridge outside of established training guidelines is considered operator abuse and said operator will be responsible for all costs associated with the repair of the bridge.

(k) All mechanical problems and/or damage to a loading bridge are to be reported immediately to the Operations Department.

(l) Each operator or fixed-base operator may only operate the bridge to and from their own aircraft unless contracted by another operator to perform ground handling services.

N.J. Admin. Code § 19:76-1.11

Adopted by 50 N.J.R. 2158(b), effective 10/15/2018