How should you manage seating for a person with a disability during an emergency?

• A. Move the passenger away from exits to avoid obstruction.
• B. Seat the passenger at the back to minimize disruption.
• C. Ensure safe proximity to exits, assist with seating and movement, and maintain clear access to routes.
• D. Leave the passenger in their original seat without assistance.

Answer: (C)

In an emergency, the priority is to keep exit paths clear and provide direct, practical assistance to passengers who need it. This means positioning and helping a passenger with a disability so they have safe proximity to the nearest exits and can move to and through the evacuation route with crew support. A key part is keeping aisles open and ensuring they can reach and use the exit without unnecessary delay, coordinating with other crew and any mobility aids as needed. Moving them away from exits or toward the back would slow egress and create hazards, and leaving them in their original seat without assistance also risks their safety. The goal is to combine accessibility with active, guided assistance to facilitate a swift and safe evacuation.