The recent announcement of government on the authorization of self-dispensing of fuel at service stations has generated a wide debate in the country. The decree, which has already been written according to authorities, would allow users to fuel their vehicles without the need for a station employee.
This measure of Government It aims to modernize the fuel sales system and align it with practices already implemented in other countries. Self-dispensing of fuel is a common practice in many countries, where consumers can fill fuel autonomously, using automatic payment systems.
In Argentina, however, this practice is not common, and most service stations have employees who assist customers in the charging process.. The government initiative seeks to modernize the fuel sector and offer consumers a more efficient and faster option.
According to official sources, the decree has already been written and contemplates a series of rules and regulations to guarantee safety in the self-dispensing of fuels. These regulations include the installation of security systems at service stations, such as surveillance cameras and leak detection systems.
In addition, clear procedures will be established for the maintenance and inspection of self-dispatch equipment, in order to prevent accidents and guarantee the correct functioning of the facilities.
Service stations that wish to implement the self-dispatch They must comply with a series of technical and safety requirements. Among them is the training of staff in the use and maintenance of equipment, as well as the installation of automatic payment systems that allow customers to carry out transactions quickly and safely..
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The decree of Government It also establishes that stations must have a customer service line available at all times to assist users in case of problems or emergencies. The implementation of fuel self-dispensing could have a significant impact on the service station industry and employment in this sector.
On the one hand, automating the fueling process could reduce the need for employees at the stations, which could result in job losses. On the other hand, stations that opt for self-dispatch could increase their efficiency and reduce operating costs, which could translate into lower prices for consumers.
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