Which protective equipment must be worn during landing gear maintenance to protect personnel?

• A. Personal protective equipment
• B. Wheel chocks
• C. Lockout tags
• D. De-energize hydraulics

Answer: (A)

During landing gear maintenance, workers face hazards such as sharp edges, pinch points, high-pressure fluids, and debris, so wearing protective gear is essential to reduce injury. Personal protective equipment acts as the barrier between the body and these hazards, and it should be selected based on the specific tasks—eye protection for debris or fluid spray, gloves for cuts and chemical exposure, sturdy footwear for crush protection, and appropriate clothing or coveralls. In some situations you may also need a hard hat, hearing protection, or high-visibility clothing, depending on the work environment. The other options are important safety measures or procedures (preventing movement, locking out energized systems, or de-energizing hydraulics), but they are not protective equipment worn on the body. So the requirement to protect personnel is personal protective equipment.