16 Del. Admin. Code § 4302-8.0
Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 7, January 1, 2025
Section 4302-8.0 - Helipad8.1 Primary, receiving hospital(s) helipad(s) must be marked (with a painted H or similar landing designation), lighted for night operations, and be equipped with a device to identify wind direction. In addition, there shall be: 8.1.1 Unobstructed approach according to the FAA Advisory circular entitled Heliport Design Advisory Circular, AC 150/5390-2.8.1.2 Evidence of compliance with local, state, or federal regulations including appropriate and adequate fire retardant chemicals.8.1.3 Documented on-going safety programs for those responsible for loading and unloading patients or working around the helicopter on the helipad.8.1.4 Evidence of adequate security-A minimum of one person to prevent bystanders from approaching the helicopter as it lands or lifts off, or perimeter security such as fencing, rooftop etc. A means must exist to monitor the primary helipad if accessible to the public (e.g., through direct visual monitoring or closed circuit TV).8.1.5 There is limited distance from the helipad, (a limited distance is defined as not requiring intermediary transport of any type from the helipad to the receiving facility), to the hospital in order to minimize the effects to the patient. 8.1.5.1 Patient monitoring shall continue without interruption between the helipad and the hospital.8.1.5.2 Emergent patient interventions can be performed as needed between helipad and hearing protection is provided for all personnel who assist with patient hot loading and unloading.8.1.6 Hearing protection is provided for worn by all personnel who assist with patient hot loading and unloading.8.2 Occasional or episodic use of helipad Helipads used occasionally (at referring or receiving hospitals) shall be reviewed annually by the air medical service for:
8.2.1 Identification and removal of obstructions8.2.2 Appropriate lighting (permanent or temporary for night operations)8.2.3 Helicopter ingress/egress limitations8.2.4 Adequate security - a minimum of one person to prevent bystanders from approaching the helicopter as it lands or lifts off.8.2.5 Evidence of safety programs (through review of training program records) offered to personnel responsible for operations at the landing site and availability of appropriate fire retardant chemicals.8.3 Temporary scene landings shall be secured 8.3.1 Perimeter lighting with handheld floodlights, emergency vehicles or other lighting source to clearly illuminate the designated landing area at night.8.3.2 Free of overhead obstruction and ground debris.8.3.3 Appropriate in size to the type of the aircraft.8.3.4 Safety programs must be provided to public safety/law enforcement agencies to include: 8.3.4.1 Identifying and designating an appropriate landing zone (LZ).8.3.4.2 Helicopter safety.8.3.5 Two-way communications between helicopter and ground personnel.16 Del. Admin. Code § 4302-8.0