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A. No aircraft may be fueled or defueled while the engine is running, being warmed by applications of exterior heat, or while such aircraft is in a hangar or other enclosed space.

B. Each fuel tender shall be equipped with a minimum of two 20-pound BC portable fire extinguishers easily accessible from either side of the vehicle.

C. No person may smoke within 100 feet of an aircraft being fueled or defueled.

D. No person may operate any electrical appliance in an aircraft during fueling or defueling.

E. No person engaged in the fueling or defueling of aircraft shall negligently permit the fuel to overflow.

F. No person may use any material or equipment during fueling or defueling of aircraft which is likely to cause a spark or to be a source of ignition.

G. No person may start the engine or an aircraft when there is any gasoline on the ground under the aircraft.

H. Fueling hoses and equipment shall be maintained in a safe, sound and non-leaking condition. Fuel transfer nozzles shall not be held in the open position by any device other than direct hand pressure by the operator.

I. All fueling and defueling of aircraft shall be conducted at least 50 feet from any hangar or other building.

J. No fuel truck or tender may service an aircraft or fueling facility unless positively grounded.

K. No fuel tender or fuel tanks or containers may be stored or parked, other than temporarily, on any airport tie-down apron except as approved by the airport manager. (Prior code § 5.30.190)