White Safety Book
Section 4
Fueling

RULE 426. The following are to be observed when fueling aboard vessels:

No smoking

  • A fire extinguisher with a minimum 5 B rating must be present when fueling

    • Liquid Fuel

  • No storage of fuel at the hatch

  • Engine to be shut off during fueling

  • Clean up of spilled fuel

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  • Storage of fuel to be in a safe area away from the working area of the vessel

    • Propane

  • Cylinders are to be stored at a designated storage area

  • Cylinder to be hoisted to and from vessel in a safe manner. The neck valve assembly and shroud are not to be used for lifting.

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