What is the minimum distance fuel trucks must maintain from terminals, cargo buildings, or hangars?

• A. 5 meters
• B. 10 meters
• C. 25 meters
• D. 15 meters

Answer: (D)

During fueling operations, keeping fuel trucks a safe distance from terminals, cargo buildings, or hangars is about preventing fire or explosion hazards and ensuring there’s room for people and emergency responders if something goes wrong. The minimum distance is 15 metres. This spacing helps keep any fuel vapours away from structures where ignition sources might be present and gives a clear area for hose connections, spill response, and quick access if a fire were to start. If the truck were closer, like 5 or 10 metres, the risk of vapour ignition near buildings would be higher. A distance of 25 metres would be more than necessary for the usual operations and could slow down practical fueling operations.