CHAPTER
8
Prevent Explosions and Fires
Fuels and their vapours will become explosive if ignited.
All fuels cause vapours when they are exposed to air and transferred between containers; spilled or
leaking fuels cause even more vapours.
When a customer’s tank is filled, vapours leak into the air around the tank and island, and these vapours
can potentially catch fire or explode if they are exposed to a spark or flame.
This is why every single person on a fuel station forecourt must be aware of the danger of sparks and
open flames and take precautions to avoid explosions and fires.
8.1 No Open Flames
Open flames from matches, lighters, welding torches or other sources can ignite the fuel and vapours
present on forecourts.
There should
never
be an open flame on a fuel station forecourt for any reason.
8.2 No Sparks - No Smoking
Sparks can also start a fire or cause an explosion on a forecourt. Be safety conscious!
Do not:
1. Smoke.
2. Light a match.
3. Use a lighter.
4. Use a mobile phone outside of your car.
5. Start or use power tools.
6. Create a flame of any kind.
Also beware of:
1. Static electricity.
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