(B) During all fueling operations, the aircraft shall be grounded by an approved method. (C) Smoking or lighting an open flame within 50 feet of any fueling operation is prohibited. (D) Fuel trucks shall be parked at least 50 feet from buildings.
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Ground refuelling can be done either through gravity refuelling or pressure refuelling. Gravity refuelling is mostly used for smaller aircraft, while pressure refuelling is used for larger aircraft.
The term Mayday Fuel should be used when it is clear that you will land with less than the minimum fuel reserves. This constitutes an emergency and requires ATC to act immediately (this could be priority for landing or diverting you to a different airport, if available).