Self-service gasoline dispensing units shall
only be permitted at outdoor, above-grade locations.
A.
A trained attendant shall be on duty at the control
panel whenever the station is open for business and shall observe,
supervise and control dispensing operations.
B.
Smoking shall be prohibited in the dispensing area,
and signs reading NO SMOKING--STOP YOUR MOTOR shall be conspicuously
posted at the dispensing island and in clear view of the motorist.
C.
Dispensing operations shall not be permitted until
the engine of the vehicle being serviced is shut off.
D.
Only portable containers listed by a nationally recognized
testing laboratory shall be filled by gasoline dispensing units.
E.
Emergency power control switches shall be clearly
identified and shall be capable of disconnecting power to all dispensing
units. They shall be located at least 20 feet from the nearest dispenser,
but not more than 50 feet from the most remote dispenser. The attendant
shall be in a location whereby all dispensing units are clearly visible.
F.
Only dispensing nozzles of the self-closing type shall
be permitted for self-service dispensing devices. There shall be no
latch-open device on any self-service dispensing nozzle.
G.
Plans for the installation of self-service gasoline
dispensing installations shall be submitted to the Fire Marshal for
approval prior to commencement of installation.
[Amended 12-21-1995 by L.L. No. 7-1995]
H.
Dispensing devices that are in compliance with standards
set by the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc. or Factory Mutual Engineering
Division shall be deemed acceptable.
I.
The number and type of fire extinguishers shall be provided as indicated on plans submitted to the Fire Marshal as required by Subsection G above, and located in the vicinity of the emergency controls.
[Amended 12-21-1995 by L.L. No. 7-1995]
J.
An approved audible intercommunication system shall
be required between the attendant and the dispensing area and shall
be maintained in proper operating condition.
