Set a helicopter LZ for an EMS landing
Reinforce FAA AIM / CAMTS landing-zone order from EMS and fire training. Mark, clear debris, call obstacles, and hold bystanders before anyone is waved in. Approach only after the crew signals.
- Select a firm, level site of the taught size.
- Confirm approach and departure paths.
- Mark the zone.
- Remove or secure loose objects.
- Call overhead wires, towers, and slope to the pilot.
- Hold bystanders and vehicles outside the rotor disk.
- Approach only after the crew signals.
- Approach from the downhill / 12-o’clock side as briefed.
- Do not walk under the tail rotor.
- Do not carry anything upright.