Storing your heating oil tank
This guide will give you an indication on oil tank storage requirements in compliance with Building Regulations.
Storing your heating oil tank
This guide will give you an indication on oil tank storage requirements in compliance with Building Regulations.
Oil tank installation
Our delivery team do not carry out tank installations. A tank must be set up by a Registered Engineer with a ‘Competent Person Scheme’ that can self-certify all work accomplished complies with Building Regulations. Homeowners have a responsibility to ensure their oil storage tank meets Building Regulations.
For further information:
Oil tank installation
Our delivery team do not carry out tank installations. A tank must be set up by a Registered Engineer with a ‘Competent Person Scheme’ that can self-certify all work accomplished complies with Building Regulations. Homeowners have a responsibility to ensure their oil storage tank meets Building Regulations.
For further information:
Tank support
The tank must be securely mounted on a level and stable surface for support. Sufficient tank support can help prevent possible spillages and allow the heating system to run smoothly.
The level surface should:
Be larger than the size of the tank
Be made of hard material such as concrete or paving stones
Hold the weight of the tank and its contents
Where can your tank be located?
Domestic heating oil tanks can be stored indoors, outdoors and underground in compliance with Building Regulations. Fire protection oil tanks can be stored inside, making it less visible to intruders.
Many of our heating oil customers don’t need to be in to receive a heating oil top up if the tank is accessible for the Delivery driver. If you have any special delivery requirements, please make sure you highlight these when ordering to avoid any issues. Our drivers will need to have access to your gates and tank for delivery. You can either unlock your tank before delivery or provide us with combinations to locks. For safety, we advise that any pets or livestock aren’t nearby during delivery.
Tanks should be located 1.8 metres away from:
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In compliance with Building Regulations we recommend using a bunded oil storage tank if;
The tank is located within 10m of controlled water (river, ditch, septic tank, etc.)
The tank is located where a spillage could enter an open drain
The tank is within 50m of a well, borehole or spring
The tank is in close proximity to any other environmental hazard
The tank size is in excess of 2500 litres
For further information:
You should keep your oil tank clear for; safety aspects, maintenance and deliveries
Avoid:
Plants being grown around or too close to the tank
Fitting fencing or barriers around or too close to the tank
Making changes to the area of your tank that could disturb; the delivery, hose routing, ladder positioning and maintenance
Oil tank security
Take appropriate action to secure your oil storage tank. Fix locks to the tank where possible for protection against theft. Our bunded tanks feature lockable lids and an extra tank layer to improve safety and security. It is advisable to provide us with lock combinations before delivery, if you’re away from your property.
For further information:
Tank support
The tank must be securely mounted on a level and stable surface for support. Sufficient tank support can help prevent possible spillages and allow the heating system to run smoothly.
The level surface should:
Be larger than the size of the tank
Be made of hard material such as concrete or paving stones
Hold the weight of the tank and its contents
Where can your tank be located?
Domestic heating oil tanks can be stored indoors, outdoors and underground in compliance with Building Regulations. Fire protection oil tanks can be stored inside, making it less visible to intruders.
Many of our heating oil customers don’t need to be in to receive a heating oil top up if the tank is accessible for the Delivery driver. If you have any special delivery requirements, please make sure you highlight these when ordering to avoid any issues. Our drivers will need to have access to your gates and tank for delivery. You can either unlock your tank before delivery or provide us with combinations to locks. For safety, we advise that any pets or livestock aren’t nearby during delivery.
Tanks should be located 1.8 metres away from:
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In compliance with Building Regulations we recommend using a bunded oil storage tank if;
The tank is located within 10m of controlled water (river, ditch, septic tank, etc.)
The tank is located where a spillage could enter an open drain
The tank is within 50m of a well, borehole or spring
The tank is in close proximity to any other environmental hazard
The tank size is in excess of 2500 litres
For further information:
You should keep your oil tank clear for; safety aspects, maintenance and deliveries
Avoid:
Plants being grown around or too close to the tank
Fitting fencing or barriers around or too close to the tank
Making changes to the area of your tank that could disturb; the delivery, hose routing, ladder positioning and maintenance
Oil tank security
Take appropriate action to secure your oil storage tank. Fix locks to the tank where possible for protection against theft. Our bunded tanks feature lockable lids and an extra tank layer to improve safety and security. It is advisable to provide us with lock combinations before delivery, if you’re away from your property.
For further information:
Company Head Office
AID Fuel Oils Group
Cocksparrow Lane
Huntington
Cannock
Staffordshire
WS12 4PB
