Is this project an undergraduate, graduate, or faculty project?
Undergraduate
Project Type
group
Campus
Daytona Beach
Authors' Class Standing
Ryan Hagen, Senior Ethan Diamadi, Senior Brennan Clanton, Senior
Lead Presenter's Name
Ryan Hagen
Lead Presenter's College
DB College of Aviation
Faculty Mentor Name
Ali Aljaroudi
Abstract
Foreign Object Debris (FOD) pose significant risks in aviation maintenance environments, leading to potential safety hazards, operational inefficiencies, and financial losses. Our project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of implementing a structured tool control program in reducing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) occurrences. Standardized paperwork of broken, worn, and missing reports identifies trends of regularly failing tools posing potential FOD risks. With the incorporation of engineering controls such as weight scales, single-point entry systems, ID card scanners, logging systems, motion-light-equipped toolboxes, and magnetized trays, operators can increase accountability, minimize human error, and maintain compliance with safety regulations. This project uses observational studies, compliance tracking, and incident report analyses to assess the impact of these measures. The proposed structured tool control systems are anticipated to significantly reduce the occurrence of misplaced tools, streamline efficiency, and improve overall safety compliance. By controlling access to maintenance areas, providing real-time accountability of tools, and using automated alert systems, aviation operators can proactively prevent FOD-related incidents. This study highlights the necessity of an upgraded tool control system in aviation maintenance, emphasizing the benefits of integrating technology-driven solutions along with simple ones, such as magnetizing tools. Implementing these measures will offer a culture of safety and operational excellence, highlighting the importance of structured tool management in aviation environments.
Did this research project receive funding support (Spark, SURF, Research Abroad, Student Internal Grants, Collaborative, Climbing, or Ignite Grants) from the Office of Undergraduate Research?
No
Control and its Impact on Controlling FOD
Foreign Object Debris (FOD) pose significant risks in aviation maintenance environments, leading to potential safety hazards, operational inefficiencies, and financial losses. Our project aims to evaluate the effectiveness of implementing a structured tool control program in reducing Foreign Object Debris (FOD) occurrences. Standardized paperwork of broken, worn, and missing reports identifies trends of regularly failing tools posing potential FOD risks. With the incorporation of engineering controls such as weight scales, single-point entry systems, ID card scanners, logging systems, motion-light-equipped toolboxes, and magnetized trays, operators can increase accountability, minimize human error, and maintain compliance with safety regulations. This project uses observational studies, compliance tracking, and incident report analyses to assess the impact of these measures. The proposed structured tool control systems are anticipated to significantly reduce the occurrence of misplaced tools, streamline efficiency, and improve overall safety compliance. By controlling access to maintenance areas, providing real-time accountability of tools, and using automated alert systems, aviation operators can proactively prevent FOD-related incidents. This study highlights the necessity of an upgraded tool control system in aviation maintenance, emphasizing the benefits of integrating technology-driven solutions along with simple ones, such as magnetizing tools. Implementing these measures will offer a culture of safety and operational excellence, highlighting the importance of structured tool management in aviation environments.