Fuel Handling and Refueling Safety
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Talking points
- Gasoline has a flash point of -45°F — it is always ready to ignite at any normal working temperature. Even a small static spark can ignite gasoline vapors.
- Shut off the engine before refueling any equipment. A hot exhaust manifold or an electrical arc from the starter motor is a potential ignition source.
- Bond and ground containers when transferring fuel. Static electricity generated by fuel flowing through a hose can create a spark — especially in dry conditions.
- Keep fuel in approved containers with spring-loaded caps and flame arrestors. Never use open buckets, glass jars, or unapproved plastic containers.
- Spilled fuel must be cleaned up immediately. Fuel on the ground is a slip hazard, a fire hazard, and an environmental violation. Have absorbent materials nearby.
Ask the crew
Where is our refueling area, and do we have spill absorbent and a fire extinguisher at that location?
Standards this talk is built on
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