| Abstract |
Provides guidance to those responsible for the safety of sites where petrol is stored and dispensed for use as fuel for motor vehicles and similar machinery. Relevant to sites such as petrol filling stations, farms,commercial goods vehicle depots, private businesses, marinas, stately homes and other premises where petrol is kept as a fuel. It applies to new and existing sites. Contents: The hazard from petrol; General principles of risk assessment for the storage and dispensing of petrol; Five steps for assessing risks and identifying essential measures to control the hazard; Systems of work; Training; Risk assessment examples; Relevant legislation; Other sources of advice. |