Hydrant Coupler Hit Hy Reversing Vehicle

Hydrant Coupler Hit Hy Reversing Vehicle
160-2019
  • Contributing Factors: Human Factors, Procedures, Safety Culture
  • Categories: Spill
  • Tags: Still Live

A hydrant pit coupler was hit and damaged by a heavy service vehicle, resulting in a 300litre spill and 90 minute delay to the departing flight.

Service company poorly trained and not aware of fuel dangers in the congested area.

into plane

congestion

third party

360 walkaround

lack of awareness

lack of training