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Safe Fueling Procedures Checklist

Safe Fueling Procedures Checklist

Gasoline vapors are heavier than air and can accumulate in boat bilges, creating explosion hazards.

Before fueling: dock securely, turn off engines, shut off electricity, extinguish all flames, and ask passengers to leave the boat.

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Static Spark

Electrical discharge that can ignite fuel vapors

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