There are over 5,000 oil pollution incidents each year in England and Wales.

The Law

The Oil Storage Regulations came into force in March 2002 and all new tanks now have to comply. Existing high-risk tanks had until September 2003 and ALL must comply after 1st September 2005.

Failure to comply with the Regulations is a criminal, not civil offence, and businesses are liable for oil leaks however they are caused – whether due to poor design, installation, maintenance, or even vandalism. Companies and Individual Directors can face hefty fines – even an unlimited fine in a Crown Court – as well as substantial clean up costs or even a custodial sentence.

Oil Storage Compliance Audits

Liquid Management Solutions is offering an Oil Storage Audit for companies concerned by the implications of the new Oil Storage Regulations. It is part of a package designed to provide a single solution to the problem by offering the advice, equipment and installation services required to help companies achieve compliance.

The one-day audit is carried out by qualified Liquid Management Solutions professionals for a nominal charge, which includes a report recommending fully costed solutions to rectify any problems identified.

The cost of the audit is usually refunded if recommendations are actioned through Liquid Management Solutions.

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