Gas Station Attendant how-to

How to Respond to a Fuel Spill

Spills are fire risks.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Spills are fire risks. In short: hit; stop; use, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Hit the emergency shutoff.

  2. Stop ignition sources.

  3. Use the spill kit.

  4. Keep people away.

  5. Report.

  6. Dispose properly.

Safety reminders for gas station attendants

  • No smoking or flames
  • Know emergency shutoffs
  • Use spill kits
  • Watch traffic

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