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THERMO 0'7 FLUIDS <br />The Responsible Sol,lioo <br />Vehicle Attendance <br />During loading and unloading operations, you must never leave the operation <br />unattended. Only after all loading and unloading operations have ceased and your truck <br />secured for movement is it permissible for you to leave your station. <br />The use of cell phones is prohibited during the loading / unloading process unless required <br />to communicate safety and operations needs using brief conversations. Cell phone use is <br />ALWAYS PROHIBITED while on the top of a vehicle. <br />Drivers are not to remain in the vehicle cab during the loading and unloading procedure. <br />Failure to attend the fill tank is the leading cause of spills. <br />Brakes must be set to prevent vehicle movement during the loading/unloading process. <br />Tire chocks must be used during the loading and unloading process. <br />Always place safety cones according to the "Use of Cones" Policy. <br />Hazard warning lights on your truck and trailer should be activated at all times during <br />loading and unloading. <br />Venting and Valve Line Up <br />Truck tanks and trailers must be properly vented prior to loading or unloading either by <br />opening the dome hatches or the tank's vent pipe. <br />Pumping against a closed valve can be catastrophic. Be sure that all valves on the <br />discharge side of the pump are open before starting the pump. <br />Be on guard for backflow from your truck tank or the tank into or from which you are <br />pumping. Static pressure can cause liquid to backflow and overflow a tank. <br />Unusual Odors and Other Visual or Auditory Signs <br />You should constantly be aware of any unusual odors or other sensory signs. Changes in <br />these signs from what you have come to expect at a customers facility can raise valuable <br />cautionary flags that tell you to stop and investigate (For example, hazardous solvents or <br />dry cleaning chemicals could have been commingled into the oil). Discuss your concerns <br />with the customer and your supervisor and only commence pumping once you are fully <br />satisfied that you understand what, if anything, has changed and you can proceed safely, <br />