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52 chapter seven SPECIAL ISSUES RISK MANAGEMENT From a risk management standpoint, the more fuel stored and dispensed on an airport, the greater the perceived risk and consequences a disruption in fuel supply can have. A fuel contingency plan is an important consideration for an airport operator, fuel provider, and fueling agent (Corzine 2013)
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53 (John Shorten, Willis Insurance, personal communication, Aug.
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54 tort immunity under governmental laws, operating a fueling concession is considered a proprietary function that may not be covered by such immunity laws; gross negligence, if proven, also is not usually covered. INSURANCE A 2011 study identified most airports carry property, general liability risk, and business interruption insurance (Rakich et al.
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55 compatible with existing tanks, piping, and equipment because the industry is hesitant to replace or add to existing infrastructure because of capitalization costs. Biomass fuel is one of several alternative fuels being considered to substitute for fossil-based jet fuel.
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56 provider offered a turnkey operation, set the airport up with training and quality control measures, and provided a third-party insurance umbrella. Because of liability concerns and the desire to keep personnel costs low, the city decided to opt for commercial self-service with "assisted service." The lone airport employee, the airport manager, was available to provide guidance to fueling operation but would not actually pump the fuel.
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57 rather than do it piecemeal. He also would like to see more consistent interpretation or clarification of state regulations and guidance from the Office of the State Fire Marshal and the Department of Agricultural Bureau of Weights and Measures.
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58 With all the inspections, the FBO manager was comfortable with the processes and procedures he uses to ensure proper fuel quality. His company places an emphasis on safety culture and adherence to procedures.
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