After the relieving specialist indicates to the specialist being relieved that the position has been previewed, ___ may begin.

• A. Verbal briefing
• B. Equipment checks
• C. Sign-on/off procedures
• D. Position handoff

Answer: (A)

Starting with the idea of a shift change, once the relieving specialist confirms that the position has been previewed, a verbal briefing should begin. This briefing is the direct transfer of critical information about the current situation: what traffic is on the field or in the air, any unusual or ongoing tasks, equipment status, weather or visibility concerns, and any immediate actions needed. It creates the incoming controller’s awareness of what’s happening and what to expect, ensuring a smooth and safe handover of responsibility.

Equipment checks and sign-on/off procedures are important parts of the overall changeover but aren’t the immediate next step in this sequence, and while the position handoff encompasses the transfer of responsibility, the verbal briefing is the key initial element that communicates the essential details.