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Oil Tank Storage Checks and InspectionsHave you had your oil storage tanks checked or inspected recently? If not why not contact us now for an inspection ? We can advise then provide routine inspection and maintenance programs to suit your requirements. We already have many satisfied customers on oil tank maintenance programs throughout the UK. Please view some useful information about oil storage requirements and should you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact us by email or on 0141 440 6130. TANK INSPECTION AND BUNDING REGULATIONS - EXTRACT FROM PPG2 Maintenance Your tank manufacturer will be able to tell you what regular maintenance your tank needs. Use a registered competent technician to check your tanks, secondary containment and pipework every year and remove any condensation water that has accumulated within the tank. You should receive a written report on the state of your tank after the inspection is completed. Any repairs or alterations detailed in the report should be done by a registered, competent technician straightaway. You should also inspect all accessible parts of your tank, secondary containment, ancillary equipment and pipework regularly, for signs of damage or leaks. If you’re unsure how frequently you should do this, contact us for advice. If you notice any damage, you should have it repaired or replaced immediately. To make sure a constructed bund retains its integrity, use a reputable company to repair any defects in the bund wall or lining promptly. Keep a log of the inspections, any repair work on your tanks and who carried out the work. Water taken out of the bund might be contaminated. Any accumulated water, oil or debris should be removed and disposed of in line with waste management legislation. In all cases where wastes are removed, as the waste producer you are obliged under the Duty of Care to describe the waste accurately and dispose of it properly. In England and Wales, waste contaminated with oil is classed as hazardous waste unless you can show there is under 0.1% oil. In Scotland, waste contaminated with oil is classed as special waste, unless you can show there is under 0.1% oil. To establish if enough oil is present to make a waste special, a generic threshold of 0.1% may be used; however, if the result is below this, there may still be other hazards that make the waste special, such as flammability or toxicity, or the presence of other contaminants; for further information, see Reference 21.
Should you require any further information then please email us at info@merkland.net.
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 Douglas McBride General Manager Our experience and knowledge within the industry means we can offer a comprehensive Management Service for your project - as our many satisfied customers will confirm.
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