Use an approved fuel container...

Use an approvedfuel container...

Why use an approvedfuel container?If you need fuel for your lawn mower, boat or simply want tostore a small supply in your car in case of emergencies, ensureyou use a container that is approved to hold fuel. Containersthat have previously held other substances (see opposite page)are not suitable because:••Residue from other substances may react with fuel.They are not designed to hold fuel and, as a result, fuelmay damage the container and cause the fuel to leak.What is an approvedfuel container?Fuel can only be stored and transported inapproved containers. For containers up to25 litres, they must comply with AS/NZS2906:2001, ASTM F-852-99el or be a previouslyapproved container (i.e with an LAB registrationnumber marked on the container).These containers must:• Have an appropriate sealing cap• Be made of metal or a durable plasticthat will not react with the fuel• Be clearly labelled or marked to identify the fuel andthe potential hazards e.g. petrol – highly flammable.Containers greater than 25 litrescapacity must also be compliant.These include steel containers such asjerry cans or drums with appropriatesealing caps. They should be markedwith the UN packaging symbol,as shown above and must also beclearly labelled or marked to identifythe fuel and the potential hazards.Don’t risk using a nonapprovedcontainer.FLAMMABLE LIQUID3unHow much fuel can I transportand store?If you are transporting fuel for domestic or recreational use, foruse as tools-of-trade, agricultural or commercial use, there isa maximum limit of 250 litres* before you must comply withadditional requirements of the Dangerous Goods Rule. Thisincludes documentation, placards on your vehicle and having a“D” endorsement on your driver licence.If you are storing greater than 50 litres of petrol, you need aLocation Test Certificate. If you are handling greater than 100litres of petrol, you are required to be an Approved Handler oran Approved Handler is required to be available.* Land Transport Rule: Dangerous Goods 2005Which containers areunsuitable for storing fuel?Examples of containers that should NEVER be used for storing/transporting fuel include:• Plastic soft drink bottles.• Glass bottles or jars.• Containers previously used to store other types ofhazardous substances (oil, laundry detergent, dishwashingpowder, fertiliser, poison, weed killer, drench, etc).IF IN DOUBT,DON’T USE IT!✘