I was amazed that the company even tells its crews to use mnemonics to remind them what they must consider. I thought mnemonics were only used by student pilots in the initial training. But for airline pilots? WTF
Mnemonic - any learning technique that aids information retention.
The mnemonic in this case is intended to assist in regaining full situational awareness by highlighting the principle considerations. The time when you will forget or omit a critical factor is exactly when the workload has rapidly increased and the hairs on the back of your neck are standing up. To associate mnemonics with something done only by students during training is a fascinating concept in itself.