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Heliport » Fueling Hazards

Hazard
Employee exposure to fueling hazards such as skin contact with the fuel, or fire or explosions that can occur from sparks or other ignition sources in the helipad area.
Recognized Controls and Work Practices
- No smoking allowed in helipad area.
- Use grounding cable attached to helicopter while fueling to prevent spark.
- Avoid skin contact with the fuel.