Author Archives: Garth Hughes

Once the source of a FOD issue has been identified a Corrective Action Plan should be developed to avoid recurrence of the problem. The Corrective Action Plan lays out the planned steps or individual activities that must be taken to… Read the rest

Products delivered to the customer are expected to be FOD free. If a customer discovers FOD in the product, immediately communicate with the source to implement corrective measures. Some manufacturers send a form or letter accompanying the delivered product requesting… Read the rest

As an airport operator, you’re responsible for mitigating FOD hazards from touch down to lift off. Your FOD Prevention Program must be an integral part of operational safety policy. Some countries specifically require airports to have a FOD Prevention Program;… Read the rest

The FOD Prevention Plan is one the most important documents that will be used to build your FOD Program. In it will be documented the procedures, points of contact, and expectations of the FOD sensitive areas in your facility. The… Read the rest

Your FOD Prevention program will ultimately take shape through a combination of rules and regulations, documented procedures, and specific people that are made responsible for its’ success.  These policies, procedures, and personnel should be recorded in a document called The… Read the rest