This document establishes the minimum criteria for effective training of air carrier and contractor personnel to deice/anti-ice aircraft to ensure the safe operation of aircraft during ground icing conditions. Appendix D specifies requirements for particular airplane models.

Agreements and Contracts: This information is recommended as a basis for maintenance and service support agreements.

Safety - Hazardous Materials: While the materials, methods, applications, and processes described or referenced in this specification may involve the use of hazardous materials, this specification does not address the hazards which may be involved in such use. It is the sole responsibility of the user to ensure familiarity with the safe and proper use of any hazardous materials and processes and to take necessary precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of all personnel involved.

All guidelines referred to herein are applicable only in conjunction with the referenced SAE specifications. Specific requirements for airplane model type are included as examples in Appendix D. Due to aerodynamic and other concerns application of deicing/anti-icing fluids shall be carried out in compliance with engine and aircraft manufacturers' requirements.