During low visibility conditions, what should be measured to ensure safety?

In low visibility conditions, measuring the distance from the aircraft is crucial for ensuring safety. When visibility is reduced, whether due to fog, rain, snow, or other factors, it becomes difficult for ground personnel to see the aircraft clearly. Understanding and accurately maintaining a safe distance helps prevent accidents and collisions on the ramp or taxiway.

Ground operations often involve multiple aircraft and vehicles, and with low visibility, the risk of misjudgment increases. By measuring the distance from the aircraft, ramp personnel can ensure they are operating safely, avoiding potential hazards and ensuring smooth and safe ground operations. This practice is particularly important during taxiing, loading, and unloading when proximity to the aircraft must be well defined to ensure safety.

Other factors like temperature, wind speed, or time of day, while important in their own contexts, do not directly contribute to the immediate safety concerns related to maneuvering around aircraft in low visibility scenarios.