Everything you need to look after your oil tanks

Oil tank owners have a legal duty to ensure fuels and oils are stored safely and securely. Without regular maintenance and the correct storage conditions, your fuel tank can easily become a liability rather than an asset. This guide is helpful for anyone who has recently had a fuel tank installed or simply needs to update or refresh their knowledge, showing you the risk factors that you need to look out for and what you can do about them.

Oil tank regulations

There are different regulations that apply to fuel tanks, depending on the fuel stored, where they are located and how much you’re storing. To help untangle the red tape and ensure you’re operating within the law, we’ve put together a dedicated guide which includes everything there is to know for both commercial and domestic use.

The benefits of an onsite oil tank

An onsite storage tank is ideal for businesses who use large amounts of fuel or when oil barrels (drums) are too small or inconvenient. An onsite tank can save you time by not having to make frequent fuel orders, as well as reduced regular delivery costs and improved efficiency within your operations. Having an onsite tank also allows you to buy fuel in bulk which helps to reduce the price you pay per litre. Companies can also benefit from fuel management systems such as oil tank telemetry monitoring, allowing you to control and monitor fuel consumption to further help reduce costs.

Common oil tank issues

Unfortunately, it’s quite common for water to get inside a fuel tank, particularly during the spring and summer due to heat gain and evaporation. When the external temperature increases, condensation can form internally and cause the tank to “breathe”. This accelerates contamination by causing water and bacteria to accumulate.