The operation of all self-service motor vehicle dispensing stations, including all use, sales, storage, transportation, and installation of flammable and combustible cases, shall be in conformity with the provisions of 41 Ill. Adm. Code Part 174, which are hereby included and made part of this section by this reference with the same force and effect as if physically set out herein; and with the statutes of the state, and the ordinances of the city, and with order, rules, or regulations issued by authority, thereof. Self- service motor fuel dispensing stations shall be permitted, providing they comply with all provisions hereinafter set forth. If there are any discrepancies between this section and other adopted codes or laws, the more stringent requirement shall apply.
(A) Approved self-service dispensers. Only Underwriters Laboratory approved special dispensing devices and remote controlled types shall be permitted at self-service stations.
(B) Approved self-service hose nozzles. Hose nozzle valves used at self-service stations shall be Underwriters Laboratory approved automatic closing type without a latch-open device.
(C) Attendant required. All self-service stations shall have at least one qualified attendant on duty while the station is open to the public.
(D) Attendant; functions and responsibilities. During all times the Class I liquids are being dispensed, the attendant’s primary function shall be to supervise, observe, and control the dispensing of said liquids. It shall be the responsibility of the attendant to prevent the dispensing of Class I liquids into portable containers unless the container is constructed of metal, or is approved by the authority having jurisdiction, has a tight closure, with screwed or spring cover, and is fitted with a spout, or so designed that the contents can be poured without spilling. It shall also be the responsibility of the attendant to control sources of ignition, such as, but not limited to, requiring that the motors of all equipment being fueled, be shut off during the fueling operation, and to immediately handle accidental spills and fire extinguishers if needed. The attendant, or supervisor on duty, shall be capable of performing the functions and assuming the responsibilities covered in this section.
(E) Attendant; supervision and control. At self-service station where the remote controlled dispensing device is being used, the attendant shall be required to remain within arms length distance of the remote control console, at all times while Class I liquids are being dispensed.
(G) Operation instructions; posting. The instructions for the operation of the dispensers shall be conspicuously posted on either the dispenser or the dispenser island. Conspicuous and legible signs prohibiting smoking shall be posted on either the dispenser or the dispenser island.
(H) Visible dispensing required. The dispensing operation shall at all times be in clear view of the attendant, and the placing or allowing of any foreign obstacle to come between the dispensing operation and the attendant so as to obstruct the attendant’s view is prohibited.
(I) Voice communication control. A voice communication system, such as, but not limited to, an intercom system, so as to allow direct voice communication at all times between the person dispensing gasoline and the attendant shall be required.
(Prior Code, § 92.091) (Ord. 77-7, passed 6-7-1977; Ord. 05-01, passed 1-3-2005) Penalty, see § 92.999