What additional equipment is recommended for safe handling of fuel vapors during fuel delivery?

A vapor recovery system is specifically designed to capture and recover fuel vapors that are released during fuel transfer operations, which is critical for both environmental protection and safety. This system prevents harmful vapors from being released into the atmosphere, reducing the risk of inhalation by personnel as well as minimizing environmental contamination.

Implementing a vapor recovery system ensures that the potentially hazardous vapors do not accumulate in the delivery area, thereby enhancing air quality and improving overall safety during fuel handling. By capturing vapors that are typically emitted during refueling processes, it plays a crucial role in maintaining a safe working environment.

Other equipment, such as a gas mask or fire extinguisher, while important for personal safety and emergency preparedness, does not specifically address the need to manage vapor exposure during fuel delivery. A fume hood is more commonly used in laboratory settings to control exposure to hazardous fumes and is not practical for outdoor fuel delivery situations. Thus, the vapor recovery system stands out as the most relevant and necessary equipment to ensure safe handling of fuel vapors during delivery.