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HS&E Operatives practice question: Pollution and spillages (4 of 7)

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At the end of the day you finish using the site's fuel bowser.

What should you do before you leave it?

Choose one answer.

  1. A. Leave the key in it for the morning shift
  2. B. Lock its valves and nozzle
  3. C. Leave the valve open so it is ready tomorrow
  4. D. Park it next to a drain so any leak drains away
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Answer: B

  • A. Wrong: Wrong. The locks are there to stop tampering and leaks. Keep the key secure.
  • B. Right: Right. NetRegs says make sure the locks are used when oil storage is not in use. This stops leaks and vandalism.
  • C. Wrong: Wrong. An open valve could leak overnight or be tampered with.
  • D. Wrong: Wrong. Fuel must be kept away from drains. A leak could reach a river or stream.

Explanation

Lock fuel bowsers and storage tanks when they are not in use, and keep them away from drains.

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