Prior to departure, which action is recommended for a passenger's POC?

• A. Stow POC under seat
• B. Keep POC in hand luggage
• C. Place POC in the overhead bin
• D. Turn POC off during taxi

Answer: (A)

Preparing a Portable Onboard Concentrator properly before the aircraft moves is about securing it so it stays safe and accessible. Stowing the POC under the seat in front of you does this best: it keeps the device secure and upright, prevents it from shifting during taxi or turbulence, and keeps the controls and power readily reachable for the passenger if needed. It also avoids blocking the aisle or crowding the overhead bins with a bulky device, which helps everyone stay safe and comfortable during boarding and departure. Placing the POC in overhead storage can make it hard to reach and risk it shifting or being damaged, while keeping it in hand luggage risks tangling with other items or being jostled during movement. Turning the device off during taxi may be required in some cases, but the primary step before movement begins is to have the POC stowed under the seat so it’s secure and accessible.