- (a) No internal combustion engine fuel tank shall be refilled with a flammable liquid while the engine is running. Fueling shall be done in such a manner that the likelihood of spillage is minimal. If a spill occurs it shall be washed away completely, evaporated, or equivalent action taken to control vapors before restarting the engine. Fuel tank caps shall be replaced before starting the engine.
- (b) A good metal-to-metal contact shall be kept between fuel supply tank or nozzle of supply hose and the fuel tank.
- (c) No open lights, welding, or sparking equipment shall be used near internal combustion equipment being fueled or near storage tanks.
- (d) No smoking shall be permitted at or near the gasoline storage area or on equipment being fueled. Post a conspicuous sign in each fuel storage and fueling area stating: “NO SMOKING WITHIN 25 FEET.”
- (e) Class I liquids shall not be dispensed by pressure from drums, barrels, and similar containers. Approved pumps taking suction through the top of the container or approved self-closing faucets shall be used.
- (f) No repairs shall be made to equipment while it is being fueled.
- (g) Each fuel storage tank or drum shall have the word “Flammable” conspicuously marked thereon and should also have a similarly sized word indicating the contents of the container.
- (h) A dry chemical or carbon dioxide fire extinguisher rated 6:BC or larger shall be in a location accessible to the fueling area.
Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.
History
1. New section title, and repealer and new subsection (a) filed 3-19-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 12).
2. Amendment of subsections (e) and (h) filed 2-7-86; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 86, No. 6).