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TM 10-4930-246-13&P
12-4.
LEAKAGE DEFINITIONS FOR OPERATOR
PMCS.
LIQUID FUEL ACCUMULATION
The accumulation of liquid fuel, or hot lubricating oil is a fire hazard. Apply no
smoking rules within 50 ft. of any fuel accumulation.
Shut down operation.
FUEL SATURATED
SOIL
Fuel saturated soil is a fire hazard. Do not allow unnecessary personnel in the area.
Do not allow smoking within 50 ft. of the area.
LIQUID FUEL LEAKS
Promptly correct any fuel leakage that causes an accumulation of fuel on any surface.
If it cannot be corrected safely while in operation, shut down and make corrections to
stop the leak. Make a list of any minor leaks that cannot be corrected in operation
and make repairs at the first shut down opportunity.
EYE INJURY
• Liquid petroleum fuels will cause severe irritation if in contact with eyes. Always
wear safety goggles when doing work that might result in getting fuel in the eyes.
• If eyes are subjected to the fuel, flush and wash them promptly and thoroughly with
fresh water.
CHEMICAL
BURNS
Liquid petroleum fuels can cause chemical bums or severe skin irritation.
Be safe,
wear approved gloves and long sleeves when the possibility of getting fuels on bare
skin exists. When fuel comes in contact with the skin, wash with soap and water as
soon as possible.
F@--M
Any fuel leak is a fire hazard. Shut down operation if leak is evident.
Any leak of fuel will be cause to shut down operation immediately.
If leak cannot be repaired, notify your
supervisor.
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