46. Fuel spillage

When the refuelling or defuelling of a relevant aircraft results in spilled fuel that is likely to endanger persons or property, the operator must ensure that —

the refuelling or defuelling is stopped immediately;

the emergency services, where available, are summoned;

immediate action is taken to reduce the fire hazard; and

the aircraft is moved clear of the contaminated area, with the agreement of any attending emergency services, before any of the aircraft’s engine is started.