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2006.8.1 Unloading of aircraft-fueling vehicles.
The fuel cargo of such vehicles shall be unloaded only by approved transfer apparatus into the fuel tanks of aircraft, approved underground storage tanks or approved aboveground storage tanks.
2006.9 Passengers.
Passenger traffic is not allowed during the time that fuel transfer operations are in progress.
2006.10 Sources of ignition.
It shall be unlawful to smoke, or light or maintain an open flame, within 50 feet (15 240 mm) of any location where fuel is being transferred. Electrical and motor-driven devices shall not be connected to or disconnected from an aircraft at any time fueling operations are in progress on such aircraft.
2006.11 Fuel spill prevention and procedures.
Fuel spill prevention and the procedures for handling spills shall comply with the requirements of FC 2006.11.1 through 2006.11.7.
2006.11.1 Fueling equipment maintenance.
Aircraft fueling equipment shall be maintained and kept free from leaks. Fueling equipment that malfunctions or leaks shall be immediately defueled, removed from service and properly repaired or disposed of.
2006.11.2 Transporting fuel nozzles.
Fuel nozzles shall be carried utilizing appropriate handles. Dragging fuel nozzles along the ground is prohibited.
2006.11.3 Drum fueling.
Fueling from drums or other containers is prohibited.
2006.11.4 Fuel spill procedures.
The owner or operator of the aviation facility shall establish comprehensive procedures to implement in the event of a fuel spill, which shall include the following actions:
1. Upon observation of a fuel spill, the aircraft-fueling operator shall immediately stop the delivery of fuel by releasing hand pressure from the fuel flow-control valve.
2. Failure of the fuel control valve to stop the continued spillage of fuel shall be cause for the activation of the appropriate emergency fuel shutoff device.
3. A supervisor shall respond to the fuel spill area immediately.
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