What is required before initiating refueling or fuel transfer?

Before initiating refueling or fuel transfer, completing a checklist by engineers is essential to ensure that all safety protocols and procedures are followed. This checklist typically includes verifying that all equipment is functioning properly and that all safety measures are in place. Engineers must confirm that valves, pumps, and other critical components are ready to operate without any issues, thereby minimizing the risk of spills, leaks, or other hazardous incidents during the refueling process.

While team meetings, permission from deckhands, or inspection of personal gear may be relevant to broader safety practices and situational awareness, the checklist by engineers specifically serves to ensure that technical and procedural readiness is achieved before any fuel operations commence.