SA-373: Working at Service Stations – Hazardous Areas and Ignition Sources

SA-373 - A technician entered a hazardous area at a service station while using powered equipment within an exclusion zone, highlighting the importance of identifying hazardous areas, maintaining exclusion zones, and controlling ignition sources.

Key Risk Controls:
*  Identify hazardous areas before starting work.
*  Complete site checklists and work clearances.
*  Maintain exclusion zones at all times.
*  Do not use powered equipment on forecourts without approval.
*  Use safer, non-powered tools where possible.