309.2.3 Fueling.

Powered industrial trucks using a flammable or combustible liquid or flammable gas fuel shall be fueled in compliance with the requirements of FC 309.2.3.1 through 309.2.3.4.

309.2.3.1 Location.

All fueling, including container replacement, shall be conducted outdoors or in areas specifically approved for that purpose, and in accordance with this code and the rules.

309.2.3.2 Liquid fuels.

Fixed liquid fuel-dispensing equipment for powered industrial trucks shall be designed, installed, operated and maintained in accordance with FC Chapter 23. Emergency refueling of powered industrial trucks using portable containers shall be in accordance with FC Chapters 23 and 57. The engine of a powered industrial truck shall be shut off and the operator shall not be on or inside the truck during refueling.

309.2.3.3 Container replacement.

Outdoor connecting and disconnecting of fuel gas containers shall be conducted away from open pits, underground entrances, or other areas below grade, and away from all open flames or other heat or ignition sources. Fueling of powered industrial trucks shall be in accordance with FC Chapter 61, if LPG-powered, and FC Chapters 23 and 58, if CNG-powered, and the rules

309.2.3.4 Hydrogen fueling.

Filling of containers for powered industrial trucks with hydrogen, including metal hydride hydrogen storage system containers, shall be conducted in accordance with FC 2309.

309.2.4 Repairs.

Repairs to fuel systems or electrical systems, and repairs utilizing open flame or welding, shall be done in an indoor or outdoor location approved for that purpose.