Lesson 1Cold-weather specific checks: battery condition, diesel heaters, hose stiffness, anti-freeze measures for seals and filtersLooks at cold weather risks to refueller vehicles and fuel systems, like battery performance, diesel heater readiness, hose flexibility, and protecting seals, filters, and parts from freezing that could affect safe fuel delivery.
Assess battery health and cold-cranking capacityVerify diesel heater operation and fuel supplyCheck hose stiffness and risk of crackingProtect seals, O-rings, and gaskets from freezingCold-weather additives and anti-gel measuresLesson 2Refueler systems: hose integrity, couplings, reels, nozzles, meters and calibration verificationFocuses on refueler fuel delivery systems, including hoses, couplings, reels, nozzles, meters, and calibration checks, and explains inspection steps to ensure they are sound, accurate, and leak-free for fuelling.
Inspect hose outer cover and reinforcementCheck couplings, seals, and swivel jointsTest hose reels, rewind, and locking devicesNozzle condition, bonding, and deadman testsMeter accuracy checks and seal verificationLesson 3Documentation and paperwork: load manifests, fuel quality certificates, delivery notes, maintenance logs, authorization formsExplains the operational documents needed for each fuelling task, like load manifests, fuel quality certificates, delivery notes, maintenance records, and authorisation forms, and how to check, fill, and store them safely.
Verify load manifests and uplift calculationsCheck fuel quality certificates and batch dataComplete delivery notes and customer sign-offUpdate maintenance and defect log entriesControl, filing, and retention of recordsLesson 4Human factors and time-pressure mitigation: fatigue checks, communication with dispatcher, prioritization under busy turnaroundDeals with human factors affecting pre-operations checks, like tiredness, time pressure, talking with dispatch, and prioritising tasks, to cut down errors during busy turnarounds and keep safety standards.
Recognizing fatigue and reduced vigilanceBriefing with dispatcher on workloadPrioritizing critical safety checks firstUse of cross-checks and peer verificationStrategies to resist unsafe time pressureLesson 5Onboard safety equipment: portable and fixed fire extinguishers, spill kits, PPE (cold-weather gear, gloves, eye protection), signageLists required onboard safety gear for refuelers, like portable and fixed fire extinguishers, spill kits, PPE (cold-weather clothing, gloves, eye protection), and signage, and explains checks, serviceability, and placement for quick access in emergencies.
Inspect portable fire extinguishers and sealsCheck fixed fire systems and activation pointsVerify spill kit contents and absorbent stocksConfirm PPE availability and correct sizingSafety signage, labels, and placard conditionLesson 6Daily vehicle inspection checklist: engine, brakes, lights, tires, cabin controls, fuel pump operationGives details of the daily inspection checklist for refueler vehicles, covering engine, brakes, lights, tyres, cabin controls, and fuel pump operation to make sure it's roadworthy and safe on the ramp before entering the movement area.
Engine oil, coolant, and visible leak checksBrake, steering, and parking brake functionLights, beacons, and audible warning devicesTire condition, inflation, and wheel securityCabin controls, mirrors, and visibility checksLesson 7Inspection and isolation of returned refueler: steps to verify truck after returning from another stand before next assignmentExplains how to inspect and, if necessary, isolate a refueler coming back from another stand, checking cleanliness, fuel system status, paperwork, and safety gear before the next job.
Confirm previous fueling task completionCheck for leaks, spills, or fuel odorsVerify filter status and water drain recordsReview trip log and any defect reportsIsolation procedures if issues are detectedLesson 8Filtration and water-separation systems on truck: bowl/selector valves, coalescers, filter elements, differential pressure indicatorsCovers filtration and water-separation parts on refueler trucks, like bowls, selector valves, coalescers, filter elements, and differential pressure gauges, and how to check them to keep fuel clean and avoid contamination.
Identify filter vessels and water separator layoutInspect sight bowls and drain water correctlyCheck selector valves for correct positionAssess coalescer and filter element conditionInterpret and record differential pressure readingsLesson 9Pre-shift verification routines and timing: frequency of checks (start of shift, between stands), checklists and sign-off practicesCovers structured pre-shift and during-shift verification routines, including when to check (start of shift, between stands), checklists, and sign-off practices to ensure responsibility and steady safety.
Start-of-shift full vehicle and system checkBetween-stand quick turnaround inspectionsUse of standardized checklists and formatsSupervisor review and electronic sign-offHandling defects found during routine checksLesson 10Grounding and bonding equipment: cable condition, clamps, testing procedures and continuity checksExplains grounding and bonding for refuelers, focusing on cable condition, clamps, and continuity testing, and describes inspection routines to prevent static sparks during fuelling on the ramp.
Visual inspection of grounding cable insulationClamp jaw condition and spring tensionContinuity testing and resistance limitsStorage, routing, and chafing preventionActions when grounding equipment is unserviceable
