When is it appropriate for members to fuel vehicles and check fluid levels?

• A. Only when a supervisor approves.
• B. At any time, including after hours.
• C. During work hours, when feasible.
• D. Only on weekends.

Answer: (C)

Fueling and checking fluid levels are maintenance tasks that should be scheduled within the workday to keep operations safe and accountable. Doing them during work hours, when feasible, ensures supervision, proper handling of fuels and fluids, and accurate logging in the vehicle records. It also reduces risks that come with after-hours access, such as spills or misuse, and ensures the necessary resources like fuel cards and spill kits are available. In urgent situations, flexibility is possible, but the standard practice is to perform these checks during work hours when feasible.