OFTEC Oil Storage Tank Regulations

Question 1

What is the minimum distance a plastic oil storage tank must be sited from a building under the Oil Storage Regulations?

Accepted Answer

1.8 metres from a building (unless fire-protected)

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0.5 metres from a building

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5 metres from a building

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10 metres from a building

Question 2

What is the purpose of a secondary containment (bund) for an oil storage tank?

Accepted Answer

To contain oil leaks and spills, preventing environmental contamination

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To insulate the tank from frost damage

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To provide structural support for the tank

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To prevent theft of oil

Question 3

What percentage of the tank's capacity must the bund be able to hold as a minimum?

Accepted Answer

110% of the tank capacity

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50% of the tank capacity

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75% of the tank capacity

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100% of the tank capacity

Question 4

Under which UK regulations is oil storage of 3,500 litres or more in a commercial setting specifically controlled?

Accepted Answer

The Control of Pollution (Oil Storage) Regulations

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The Gas Safety Regulations

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The Electricity at Work Regulations

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The Food Hygiene Regulations

Question 5

What is the maximum capacity of a domestic oil storage tank that can be installed without requiring Building Regulations approval in England?

Accepted Answer

3,500 litres

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1,000 litres

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5,000 litres

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10,000 litres

Question 6

What minimum distance must an oil storage tank be from a non-fire-rated boundary?

Accepted Answer

760mm from a non-fire-rated boundary or fence

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3 metres from any boundary

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No minimum distance is required

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100mm from any boundary