Options include, a locking device on overhead lockers in the case of emergency, this would add weight to the aircraft and could be locked from the flight deck. When the seat belt sign is on, the overhead lockers are secured electronically. This would require retrofitting all overhead compartments with some from of central locking.
However, as some safety equipment is stored in the overhead lockers, this would necessitate either special overhead compartments reserved solely for safety equipment or other designated spaces throughout the cabin designated for the storage and easy access of safety equipment.
Maybe a fine that is expensive enough to act as a deterrent for passengers who exit aircraft with their personal belongings needs to be implemented by both the airlines and authorities is required. Passengers must follow the directions of the flight crew, precious time is lost when self-centred people open the overhead lockers to grab their personal possessions.
It is difficult enough during a normal disembarkation with people taking what would be considered an eternity to grab their belongings. During the safety briefing, passengers are informed that failure to comply will result in a fine for any person leaving the aircraft with baggage and belongings once an evacuation order has been directed - it's that simple.
Firstly the airlines have to enforce the one bag 7kg limit that meets size requirements with all other baggage to be checked in. If a person attempts to board an aircraft with baggage that doesn't meet the requirements, then they should not be allowed to board. This directive must be required by relevant authorities so that non-compliant airlines are also held accountable. This wouldn't be difficult to enforce because the obligation is to protect people's lives, personal property comes second.
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