If you become distracted during door procedures, what should you do?

In aviation safety, particularly during critical procedures such as operating doors, maintaining a clear focus is essential. The correct response to a distraction during door procedures is to STOP, DROP, REVIEW. This approach emphasizes taking immediate corrective action to ensure safety and accuracy.

When you "stop," you pause all actions to prevent any errors that could arise from being distracted. "Drop" refers to the idea of mentally letting go of the distraction and focusing on the task at hand. Finally, "review" involves reassessing the procedures you are supposed to follow, ensuring that you are fully aware and ready to proceed before continuing with the operation. This method fosters a systematic way to regain focus and verify correctness, which is vital in scenarios where safety is paramount.

The other options may lead to risks by encouraging either a continuation of actions despite losing focus, seeking help which may cause delays, or taking an unnecessary break instead of addressing the current situation right away. The STOP, DROP, REVIEW approach ensures a structured response to distractions, reinforcing a culture of safety and vigilance in the workplace.