Is mobile refuelling safe?

When people hear about refuelling away from a filling station, safety is usually the first thing on their mind. It's a fair question, and the answer lies in equipment and procedures.

Technical protection

Before refuelling, the truck and the car are grounded, eliminating the risk of a static spark. Automatic valves stop the flow when the tank is full, and a double-wall tank protects against leaks.

The human factor

Fuel is dispensed only by trained and certified operators. Every truck carries fire extinguishers and a spill response kit.