Who should replenish fuels with proper accountability?

• A. Authorized personnel with proper accountability.
• B. Vendors outside the site.
• C. Any participant on request.
• D. The IIC only.

Answer: (C)

Fuel replenishment during live-fire evolutions is a high-risk task that must be tightly controlled. Only personnel who are authorized and trained to handle fuels should perform this duty, and every action should be documented to maintain accountability. This ensures the right type and amount of fuel are used, reduces the chance of spills, misfueling, or unintended ignition sources, and provides a traceable record for safety audits or incident investigations. Vendors not part of the site may not be authorized or aware of the site’s specific safety procedures, which introduces unknown risks. Allowing any participant to request replenishment bypasses essential checks and training, increasing the likelihood of unsafe handling. While the IIC has overall responsibility for safety, fuel replenishment should be carried out by designated, trained personnel who can be held accountable.