Safe Use of Fuel Caddies
A safety talk focused on fuel caddy hazards, including flammable liquids, spills, static electricity, bonding and grounding, transport, ventilation, ignition sources, and safe dispensing.
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Key Hazards
- Fire or explosion from flammable fuel vapors
- Spills during filling, transport, or dispensing
- Static electricity during fuel transfer
- Ignition sources near fueling areas
- Leaks from hoses, nozzles, caps, or damaged containers
- Strains or tip-over hazards while moving heavy fuel caddies
2–3 Minute Talk Script
Fuel caddies make it easier to move and dispense fuel, but they also increase the amount of flammable liquid being handled at one time.
Workers should inspect the fuel caddy before use. Tank, wheels, hose, nozzle, cap, vent, pump, grounding or bonding connections, and labels should be checked.
Fuel should be handled away from ignition sources. Smoking, open flames, hot work, sparks, running engines, heaters, and hot surfaces should be controlled.
Fuel vapors can ignite even when liquid fuel is not visibly burning. Fueling areas should be well ventilated and kept away from enclosed spaces where vapors can collect.
Bonding and grounding requirements should be followed when transferring fuel. Static discharge can ignite vapors under the wrong conditions.
Spills should be prevented and cleaned up immediately according to procedure. Absorbents, spill kits, and disposal methods should be available when needed.
Fuel caddies can be heavy and unstable when full. Workers should use controlled movement and avoid slopes, curbs, rough ground, and traffic paths when possible.
Safe fuel caddy use depends on inspection, ignition control, spill prevention, ventilation, bonding and grounding, and proper storage after fuel transfer is complete.
Safety Reminders
- Inspect fuel caddies before use.
- Keep fuel away from ignition sources.
- Use bonding and grounding when required.
- Provide ventilation during fuel transfer.
- Prevent and clean up spills immediately.
- Move full caddies slowly and with control.
- Store fuel caddies in approved locations.
Ask the Crew
- Is the fuel caddy in safe condition?
- Are ignition sources controlled?
- Is bonding or grounding required for this transfer?
- What is the spill response plan?
- Is the route safe for moving a heavy fuel caddy?