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Tips for Responsible Fueling
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April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. |
wrote: From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. But people don't do anything to harm the environment, Chuck, just ask Fritz! |
I am always amazed at how much gas is spilled in lakes that are used as the
water supply for major cities. wrote in message oups.com... From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. |
BK,
Wow you didn't waste any time in changing the tone of Gould's on topic post. "basskisser" wrote in message ups.com... wrote: From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. But people don't do anything to harm the environment, Chuck, just ask Fritz! |
"N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... BK, Wow you didn't waste any time in changing the tone of Gould's on topic post. Because asslicker is obsessed with maintaining his death grip on the title of "King of the NG idiots" which once again he has proven why he retains the crown. "basskisser" wrote in message ups.com... wrote: From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. But people don't do anything to harm the environment, Chuck, just ask Fritz! |
"N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... I am always amazed at how much gas is spilled in lakes that are used as the water supply for major cities. It is trivial compared to the amount of pee and ****. :-) wrote in message oups.com... From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. |
Pee and **** is cleaned via chlorine, gas is not.
"P.Fritz" wrote in message ... "N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... I am always amazed at how much gas is spilled in lakes that are used as the water supply for major cities. It is trivial compared to the amount of pee and ****. :-) wrote in message oups.com... From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. |
P.Fritz wrote: "N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... BK, Wow you didn't waste any time in changing the tone of Gould's on topic post. Because asslicker is obsessed with maintaining his death grip on the title of "King of the NG idiots" which once again he has proven why he retains the crown. Once again you've done your two usual things. 1. Demonstrated your acute infatuation with me. 2. Demonstrated that you have no class, and very little credibility by continuing your childish and petty name calling to try to get some attention. |
P.Fritz wrote: "N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... I am always amazed at how much gas is spilled in lakes that are used as the water supply for major cities. It is trivial compared to the amount of pee and ****. :-) You just don't have any class, do you? |
"N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... Pee and **** is cleaned via chlorine, gas is not. Seems like around here they can't throw in enough chlorine.. :-) ..they are constantly closing beaches because of the ecoli...... I wonder what the percentage of gas spills vs oil spills is........as well as compared to oil from street run off vs spills at the pump. "P.Fritz" wrote in message ... "N S Sherlock" no****sherlock.com wrote in message ... I am always amazed at how much gas is spilled in lakes that are used as the water supply for major cities. It is trivial compared to the amount of pee and ****. :-) wrote in message oups.com... From Boat/US April 1, 2005 NOTE TO EDITORS: PHOTO AVAILABLE BoatU.S. Foundation's Top Ten Earth Day Tips For Filling Up At The Pump In honor of Earth Day (April 22) and as part of its National Clean Fueling Campaign "Help Stop the Drops," the BoatU.S. Foundation for Boating Safety & Clean Water urges boaters to take a few simple steps this summer to reduce small accidental spills while filling up at the pump. "A few drops here, a little splash there. Collectively over time, fuel spills add up," said Margaret Podlich, Assistant Vice President, BoatU.S. Foundation. "By following these top ten tips, you'll avoid embarrassment, environmental damage and potential costly fines that can accompany fuel spills," she added. The Foundation's "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign seeks to prevent unintentional fuel spills by working with boaters and marinas to adopt smart fueling habits. To learn more about clean fueling and fuel conservation tips, read the Foundation Findings Report, "Spill? What Spill?" at http://www.BoatUS.com/foundation The Foundation's Top Ten Tips for filling up at the pump a 1. Know how much fuel your boat holds and how much fuel you need. This will help you avoid overfilling your tanks. 2. Turn off engines, electronics, and extinguish all open flames such as stoves or cigarettes. 3. Before you start pumping, put passengers ashore and close all hatches, ports and doors so fumes do not collect in the bilge or cabin. 4. Maintain consistent contact between the fuel nozzle and the deck fill - and if refilling a portable fuel tank, remove it from the boat and fill it on the dock. Both measures prevent sparking. 5. Use an absorbent pad or donut around the deck fill to catch backsplash and attach a temporary collection device to your hull to catch overflow from the tank vent. 6. Hold on to the nozzle and don't rely on the hands-free clip or automatic shut-off device. They often don't react in time. 7. Fuel slowly, and listen for a change in tone as the tank gets full. 8. Fuel stored underground at the marina and pumped into your boat's tanks will expand on a hot summer day, so resist topping off. 9. If a few drops hit the water, do not use detergents to disperse a spill. This is more harmful to the environment than if left untreated. Besides, it's against the law. 10. After fueling, turn your blower on for three to five minutes and sniff for fumes. The BoatU.S Foundation for Boating Safety and Clean Water is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit education and research organization primarily funded by the voluntary contributions of 580,000 members of BoatU.S., the nation's largest recreational boat owners association. The Foundation operates more than a dozen programs including the only accredited, free, online general boating safety course, a low-cost EPIRB rental program, the "Help Stop the Drops" National Clean Fueling Campaign, a free kid's Life Jacket Loaner program, and grants for nonprofit groups for boating safety and environmental projects. |
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