Prior to pushback, which galley-related actions must be completed?

• A. Leave galley unlocked to allow service
• B. Secure galleys, ensure ovens are off, coolers are on, carts are stowed and galley latches are locked
• C. Ovens on and galleys open
• D. Carts left unsecured

Answer: (B)

Securing the galley before pushback is all about protecting personnel and preventing movement of equipment as the aircraft starts to move. Ovens must be off to eliminate fire or heat risks, coolers should stay on to keep perishable items at safe temperatures, carts need to be stowed so they can’t shift or become projectiles, and galley latches must be locked to keep compartments closed during movement. Leaving the galley unlocked, leaving carts unsecured, or having openings or active heat sources during pushback would create hazards as the aircraft taxis and accelerates. This combination of actions minimizes those risks and ensures the galley is safely secured for pushback.