Is the tank “fit for purpose” and in good condition (unlikely to leak or burst in ordinary use), is it free from corrosion, leaks and damage?
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Is the tank situated more than 10 metres away from a watercourse?
Is the tank and secondary containment system located or protected so that it cannot be damaged by an impact or a collision?
Is the secondary containment around the tank capable of containing at least 110% of the maximum storage capacity from the tank? i.e. If your tank has a capacity of 400 litres, your secondary containment must be able to hold, without leaks or creating damage to the containment walls, 440 litres. If you are unsure of what a secondary containment is you can view a diagram of what a regulation compliant storage tank should look like.
Is the secondary containment intact and free form cracks, damage and openings or valves for drainage? If you are unsure of what a secondary containment is you can view a diagram of what a regulation compliant storage tank should look like.
Are all the storage tanks ancillary equipment, such as valves, filters, sight gauges, vent pipes and taps located within the secondary containment? If you are unsure of what a secondary containment or what ancillary equipment is, you can view a diagram of what a regulation compliant storage tank should look like.
Is the storage tank a minimum of 750mm from the wall of the secondary containment? If you are unsure of what a secondary containment is you can view a diagram of what a regulation compliant storage tank should look like.
