I had this document forwarded to me, makes for interesting reading. It seems there have been cases of fires at petrol stations caused by static electricity. Worth a read, tell me what you think.
Its fairly common knowledge with the problems with static electricity.. I didnt read the info, but i know such things as holding a pretol can above the ground and filling it can cause it to catch on fire. You should place it on the ground.
It dosnt happen often, but has been known to happen.
When fuelling an aircraft, we bond the plane to ground, the hose to the plane (the fuel flowing thru the hose can cause static), and the fuel truck to ground as well
Dont think its impossible static is a baaaaaad thing mmmkay. im noticing it heaps now im in sydney, bloody zapping myself everywhere.
Actually this is true. I actually work in a Shell servo where it happened here in SA. It's been 2 weeks since the "event" and there's still "not in use" signs on the pump as it is subject to investigation.
I know this sounds mean, but most customers are fricking stupid about the dangers involved in filling up. This particular person did the trick of getting back into the car, and also had a phone on in thier pocket. When we confront people about notputting petrol in non-approved containers, talking on mobiles, getting back into the car, not letting little billy under 16 fill the car, these people go bunta.
So if they want to be darwin candidates then so be it.
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Shell issues warning about static electricity
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