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Which of the following is a major risk associated with fuel spillage?

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RRB NTPC 2024 Undergraduate CBT 1 Question Paper (29-Aug-2025) (Shift 1)
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Fire hazards and environmental contamination

A major risk associated with fuel spillage is fire hazards and environmental contamination. Fuel spills can lead to fires due to the flammable nature of most fuels. Moreover, when fuel is spilled, it can seep into the ground and water sources, leading to contamination of soil and water, adversely affecting the environment and ecosystem. These risks are critical concerns for safety and environmental health:

  • Fire Hazards: Given the combustible properties of fuels, any spill can ignite, leading to dangerous fires that can cause injury or property damage.
  • Environmental Contamination: Fuel can contaminate soil and water, leading to long-term environmental damage and affecting plant and animal life.

The incorrect options present implausible or incorrect effects of fuel spillage:

  • Increased productivity is unrelated to fuel spillage and is typically not a result of such an event.
  • Better lubrication for workshop floors highlights a dangerous misinterpretation since spilled fuel can increase slip hazards and does not provide safe floor lubrication.
  • Reduced need for ventilation is incorrect, as fuel vapors actually increase the need for better ventilation to prevent hazardous vapor accumulation.
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