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Fuel Drain Sampling
Fuel Drain Sampling
Drain sampling of containers used is done on a daily, weekly or monthly basis as required. It is done to ensure the integrity of the fuel we are using in our helicopters, and also to pre-empt any possible contamination challenges.
Sampling involves draining some of the fuel from each container into a see-through holding vessel, and visually confirming integrity. Should there be any finds, these must be noted and addressed immediately, and recorded.
All fuel containers are to be checked. These include (but are not limited to) the following:
AV Gas Tanker CAE575
Jet A1 Tanker TC4828
Isuzu FGA669 Truck-back Jet A1 Tank
Hino AUU426 Truck-back/Fuel Trailer 3797Y Jet A1 Tank
All ‘jerry can’ fuel containers on the crew utes
a. Ute 1 JET403
b. Ute 2 JUU320
c. Ute 3 HELI0P
6. Any ‘jerry can’ fuel containers waiting for transfer (fuel shed)
Vehicle & Plant - Equipment loading & Security
Vehicle & Plant - Equipment loading & Security
One-on-one training is to be given and documented in relation to this procedure. (Photos still to be attached)
Plant & equipment to be loaded MUST BE FIT FOR PURPOSE and in GOOD WORKING ORDER.
Loading and unloading should occur where ever possible on flat ground, with metalled or similar surface, and having 3 metres of clearance on either side of the vehicle. It should not occur near creeks, rivers, ponds, steep drop-offs, or near any electrical or other hazardous areas.
Check the attachment points and restraints visually for excessive wear, cracks, rips or any other abnormalities. If unsure, ask a senior team member.
Loaders are to be secured to designated attachment points front and back with chains. The chains are to be brought up to a tension that allows for minimal (less than 2cm) movement.
Other plant & equipment is to be secured with the correct weight restraint tie-downs.
For loading loaders, the platform shall be positioned so ramps & deck are level longitudinally AND laterally, or within 10 degrees of such. There should be a minimum clearance behind the vehicle of 3 x machine length, and be free of obstructions.
Loading ramps are to be set into and fully seated within the support frames, parallel to each other and at the same distance apart as the wheelbox of the machine being loaded.
Pre-select the bucket or hopper position. This will change as the departure or approach angle changes. Never load with anything in the bucket or hopper.
If unloading, stand 5 metres behind the vehicle and eye up the alignment of the wheels with the ramps and visually verify that the spacing is correct.
If loading, move the machine forward so the front wheels are 50cm to1m away from touching the ramps, and visually verify the spacing is correct.
Whilst loading or unloading, low gear must be selected and the lowest possible speed observed.
Creep slowly up the ramps, keeping parallel with the deck edge and using minimal or no turning actions.
Upon arrival at the allocated restraint position, place your foot on the brake, select neutral, apply the handbrake, lower the bucket until it contacts the deck and maintains minimal overhang, and shut the machine down. Make sure there is no movement at all before exiting the vehicle.
Secure the rear chain & tension it up, then repeat with the front chain.
Remove the ramps from their support frames and restrain them in the appropriate place with the appropriate tie-downs.
Check the loader door is securely shut, and then check the fastness of the rear and front chains, and tie-downs again.
External factors can affect the fastness of the load - weather, heat, terrain, dust etc - so be prepared to stop and re-tension at least once before exiting the farm, and again before entering any high traffic or high speed areas.
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