Owner: Aaron Fitzell
Last Updated: 2026-03-10
Version: 1.0
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Procedure Info
Tags
fuel, fuelling, refuel, petrol, diesel, fuel pump, bowser, fuel card, filling, fuel up, tank
Purpose
To guide anyone refuelling vehicles at the Diamond Creek depot through the proper steps.
This procedure is important for drivers to be familiar with because, as commonplace as refuelling our vehicles is, the procedure is still hazardous, and doing it correctly is important to prevent incident or injury.
When to Use This SOP
Who Should Use This SOP
This SOP is for:
Tools and Resources Needed
(List the equipment, tools, electronics or software needed to complete this procedure.)
Procedure
1. Park Bus at Fuel Bowsers
Pull forward until you align the fuel hatch with the nozzle.
2. Note Odometer Reading
3. Turn Off Engine and Ignition
4. Put on PPE Disposable Glove
5. Tap Bus Fuel Tag on Bowser NFC Receiver
The fuel tag is the blue, plastic disk attached to the bus keyring.
The tag lets fuel usage be recorded automatically – no manual fuel logging needed!
6. Input Your Driver ID and Press Enter
7. Enter Odometer Reading Accurately and Press Enter
Accurate odometer readings keep your vehicle’s maintenance schedule up to date.
8. Select the Correct Bowser
- Bowser 4 - Office Side
- Bowser 5 - Carpark Side
- Where is bowser 1-3? We’re stilllooking for them…
9. Unlock the Fuel Compartment
Not all fuel compartments need a key to open. But for those that do, the key that starts the bus will unlock the fuel compartment.
10. Remove Fuel Cap and Fuel Bus Until Full
Be careful not to overfill.
11. Replace Fuel Cap and Secure Nozzle Back in Bowser
12. Discard Gloves in Rubbish Bin
13. Clear Vehicle From Fuel Bowser Area Swiftly
Swift fuelling keeps our runs on time, lowers stress levels, and gets our drivers home as soon as possible.
Review Schedule and Change Log
| Version | Date | Author | Change Summary |
| 1.0 | 2026-03-10 | Joel Smith | Initial draft |