What rules apply to marinas and boatyards storing petrol?
In brief
Fuel next to water carries a higher pollution risk, so spill kits and secondary containment are essential. Call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry.
Storing petrol at marinas
Drums, cans, small tanks and fuel berth tanks. Petrol needs containers made for it and strict control of ignition sources.
How often marinas clear waste petrol
Often seasonal: spring commissioning and autumn lay-up.
How City Fuel Services handles waste petrol
Every load of waste petrol is assessed before anything is booked. Tell us the quantity, the containers and any contamination; we confirm the terms, collect with a suitable vehicle, and take it to a permitted facility on a consignment note.
Terms used in this answer
- Bund
- A wall, tray or outer case around a fuel container that holds any leak. For oil and fuel stored at a business, bunds for tanks, bowsers and IBCs are sized at 110% of the container.
- DSEAR
- The Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002. They require employers to assess and control fire and explosion risks from substances such as petrol.
| Sector | Marinas and boatyards |
|---|---|
| Typical containers | Drums, cans, small tanks and fuel berth tanks. |
| Fuel | Petrol |
| Also called | gasoline, motor spirit, unleaded |
| Waste code | 13 07 02* (petrol) |
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Petrol in brief
Unleaded petrol, also called gasoline or motor spirit, is a light, volatile fuel for spark-ignition engines, made in the UK to BS EN 228. Petrol can be recovered, but its volatility, evaporation losses and handling controls mean it is usually worth less than the same volume of clean diesel.
Official guidance: GOV.UK: hazardous waste.