Contracts
Amend Master Service Agreements (MSAs) with pump maintenance and security vendors immediately.
- Scope of Work: Explicitly require inspection for "motor fuel manipulation devices" (internal cabinet tampering), not just external skimmers.
- Definitions: Update the contract definition of "Skimmer" to include "shimmers" (internal chip readers) to align with the new statutory definition and avoid scope disputes.
Hiring/Training
Update site inspection checklists and training modules. Personnel currently trained to spot external card reader overlays must now be trained to identify signs of cabinet intrusion and pulsar manipulation (devices that alter flow rates).
Reporting & Record-Keeping
Segregate incident logs into "Payment Card Fraud" and "Motor Fuel Theft." The FCIC will require distinct data streams to identify geographic high-risk zones. If applying for grants, document that funds are used for authorized purposes: removing skimmers, purchasing locking systems, or public outreach regarding fuel theft.
Fees & Costs
No new statutory fees. However, budget for potential upgrades to "unique locking systems" if seeking future grant eligibility under the expanded program.
