What should vehicle operators do if they notice a fuel spill on the airside?

When vehicle operators notice a fuel spill on the airside, it is crucial to report the incident to ground control and avoid contact. This response is important for several reasons. First, fuel spills pose significant safety hazards, including the risk of fire and accidents. By reporting the spill, the trained personnel can take appropriate measures to respond quickly and effectively, such as deploying cleanup crews and implementing safety protocols to protect all personnel and equipment in the area.

Avoiding contact is equally important, as interacting with the spill could lead to hazardous situations, both for the operator and for other individuals in the vicinity. Ground control is equipped to handle such incidents and can manage the situation in accordance with established safety procedures and regulations, ensuring that the airside remains safe and operational.

In contrast, directly cleaning the spill could lead to personal safety risks and is typically outside the responsibility and training of most vehicle operators. Ignoring the spill would not only be irresponsible but could also endanger lives and operations, while marking it with cones without reporting it fails to address the immediate need for a professional response to the hazard. Thus, reporting the spill is the most effective and responsible action to ensure safety and proper management of the situation.