What should I do with red diesel left in a tank being decommissioned?
In brief
With red diesel left in a tank being decommissioned, book fuel removal ahead of the tank contractor, tell us the tank size, what is in it and the dip reading, and keep the fill and vent points accessible. Call 07950 582635 or send an enquiry.
Storing red diesel in a tank being decommissioned
Leave the fuel in the tank until collection; the tank must not be cut or opened until it has been emptied and made gas-free.
Hazards to keep in mind with red diesel
Typical safety data sheets class gas oil like diesel: a flammable liquid that is harmful if swallowed and enters the airways, irritating to skin, suspected of causing cancer and toxic to aquatic life.
How City Fuel Services handles waste red diesel
City Fuel Services buys, collects and handles waste red diesel for businesses, public bodies, farms and households. Describe the load and we come back with terms before booking the collection.
Terms used in this answer
- 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.
- IBC (intermediate bulk container)
- A plastic tank, usually holding 1,000 litres, in a steel cage on a pallet base. The most common container for drained fuel.
| Situation | In a tank being decommissioned |
|---|---|
| Priority | Fit it to the contractor's programme: tanks must be emptied before cleaning or removal. |
| Fuel | Red diesel |
| Also called | gas oil, rebated diesel, marked gas oil |
| Waste code | 13 07 01* (fuel oil and diesel) |
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Official guidance: GOV.UK: hazardous waste.