Run Convenience Store Fuel Pump Pre-Open Audit — Free

Pump Area Walk-Up Safety

Fuel pump area is clear of trip hazards, debris, and standing liquid critical (required)

Check the area around each dispenser and traffic lane for litter, absorbent material, tools, hoses, or pooled fuel/water that could create a slip, trip, or ignition hazard.

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Dispenser cabinet and surrounding area show no visible damage or tampering critical (required)

Look for broken panels, exposed wiring, damaged screens, missing covers, forced access, or signs of tampering.

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Lighting at pump island is operational and adequate for safe use

Verify the pump area is sufficiently lit for customers and staff to see labels, hazards, and emergency controls.

Yes No N/A

Traffic cones, barriers, or out-of-service markers are positioned where needed

If any pump or lane is unavailable, confirm it is clearly blocked off and marked before opening.

Yes No N/A

Hose, Nozzle, and Dispenser Condition

Fuel hose shows no cracks, cuts, leaks, or excessive wear critical (required)

Inspect the full visible length of each hose for abrasion, bulging, exposed reinforcement, leaks, or damaged fittings.

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Nozzle is intact, clean, and returns to the holster properly critical (required)

Confirm the nozzle handle, spout, and hold-open latch are not damaged and that the nozzle seats securely in the dispenser holster.

Yes No N/A

Breakaway coupling and swivel fittings appear secure and undamaged critical (required)

Check for visible separation, leakage, missing parts, or signs the breakaway device has been activated.

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Dispenser displays are legible and indicate the correct fuel product

Verify grade labels, pricing, and product identification are readable and match the dispenser.

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Nozzle boot, hose guard, and dispenser face are free of fuel residue

Check for residue or staining that could indicate a leak or poor housekeeping.

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Grounding, Bonding, and Electrical Safety

Visible grounding/bonding components are intact and not damaged critical (required)

Inspect any visible grounding or bonding hardware associated with the fuel system for damage, looseness, corrosion, or missing parts.

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Emergency stop switch is accessible, labeled, and unobstructed critical (required)

Verify the emergency stop control can be reached quickly, is clearly marked, and is not blocked by merchandise, trash, or equipment.

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Emergency stop switch location is known to opening staff critical (required)

Confirm the opening employee can identify the emergency stop location without delay in the event of a spill, fire, or equipment failure.

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Signage and Customer Notices

No smoking / no open flame signage is posted and visible critical (required)

Confirm prominent warning signage is present where customers approach the fuel area.

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Fuel grade, operating instructions, and safety notices are legible

Check that customer-facing instructions and warnings can be read easily at the dispenser.

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Emergency contact or reporting instructions are posted if required by site procedure

Verify any site-specific emergency reporting or attendant contact information is displayed where required.

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Out-of-service or restricted-use signage is posted for any unavailable pump

If a dispenser is not ready for use, it must be clearly identified to prevent customer access.

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Spill Response and Emergency Readiness

Spill kit is present, stocked, and immediately accessible critical (required)

Verify absorbent materials, disposal bags, gloves, and any site-required spill response tools are available and not expired or depleted.

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Absorbent materials are dry, usable, and sufficient for a small fuel spill critical (required)

Confirm spill response materials are not saturated, contaminated, or missing.

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Fire extinguisher for the fuel area is present, accessible, and in service critical (required)

Verify the extinguisher is mounted or staged per site procedure, has a current inspection tag if applicable, and is not obstructed.

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Staff know the initial response steps for a fuel spill or ignition event critical (required)

Confirm opening staff can state the immediate actions: stop fueling if safe, isolate the area, notify supervisor, and contact emergency services as required.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Convenience Store Fuel Pump Pre-Open Audit

Pump Area Walk-Up Safety

Hose, Nozzle, and Dispenser Condition

Grounding, Bonding, and Electrical Safety

Signage and Customer Notices

Spill Response and Emergency Readiness

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