Many passengers overlook the safety card in their seat pocket, but reading it could be crucial in an emergency. Understanding the aircraft’s safety procedures ensures you can respond quickly and effectively. Here’s why it matters:
Essential Safety Tips for Travellers
Locate the Nearest Exit: Identify the closest emergency exit and count the rows between your seat and the exit to help in low visibility situations. Also locate the next nearest exit just in case the nearest exit can’t be used.
Understand Safety Equipment: Familiarise yourself with the location of life jackets, oxygen masks, and fire extinguishers, as aircraft layouts vary. Make sure the people you are travelling with are also familiar with the instructions so that they don’t slow you down in an emergency.
Fasten Your Seatbelt Correctly: Keep your seatbelt securely fastened low and tight around your waist, and know how to release it quickly in an emergency.
Adopt the Brace Position: Follow the safety card’s illustrations for the correct brace position to minimise injury during an impact.
Evacuate Efficiently: Never take your luggage—it slows down evacuation and puts others at risk. Move quickly and follow crew instructions. Always wear shoes during the flight, preferably trainers or closed-toe shoes, to protect your feet from debris and sharp objects in an emergency.
Stay Alert and Prepared: Every aircraft has unique safety features. Even if you fly frequently, always review the safety card before take-off.
Taking just a minute to read the safety notice, it might save your life. Stay informed, stay safe!
