In terms of medical supplies on board, the airline must adhere to ICAO standards as well as national legislation.
The ICAO Standard mandates that all cabin crew members get first-aid training, but leaves the specifics to the national authorities.
All airline employees who travel must be immunized and given malaria prophylaxis as needed to protect themselves from endemic infections.
Employees aboard aeroplanes should keep their vaccination records on hand and keep them up to date.
The airline corporation is responsible for providing competent occupational healthcare to all flight crew members.
Every airline should have a medical clearance mechanism in place; however, local regulations differ and protocols must be adjusted accordingly.
Experiential evidence suggests that a physician who does not specialize in air transportation may be unfamiliar with all of the specific medical issues involved.
Medical clearance required in case of passenger:
is afflicted with any sickness that is thought to be actively contagious and communicable;
Because of the physical or behavioral condition, is likely to constitute a hazard or cause discomfort to other passengers.
is regarded as a potential risk to the flight’s safety or timeliness, including the possibility of a flight diversion or an unplanned landing;
is unable to care for himself and requires specialized care.
Having a medical condition that may be exacerbated by the flight environment.
IATA Guidelines / rules for cargo
Do not handle packages that are obviously soiled from blood or bodily fluids.
Cargo and luggage handlers should practice proper hand hygiene and often wash their hands, as is advised for all workers.
Appropriate container and packing type must be used for carrying an animal.
Furthermore, completion of appropriate documentation, indicating compliance with all medical, health, administrative, and legal requirements of the rules in place in the country of departure relating to the transfer of human remains, is required.
The ashes should be sealed in a polyurethane bag before being placed in a funeral urn.
IATA Guidelines / rules for passengers who are using the transit flight
Your bags will be screened regardless of where you are travelling from or to. To avoid any delays, make sure you are prepared.
Your purses and laptops will be subjected to the same inspection as when you arrived at the airport.
If you have a boarding card for your connecting flight, simply follow the Transfer Signboards once you arrive at the airport.
Arrive at the security gate and have your belongings inspected for security clearance.
