The Latest Regulations On Installing Oil Tanks Internally

We are often asked this question – Can I install an Oil Tank Internally?

Here are the latest regulations on installing oil tanks internally.

Oil tanks can be installed inside a garage or uninhabited building located at a domestic property.

However, they do require a fully enclosed non-combustible fire-resistant chamber with 60 minute fire resistance.

This can be provided if the tank:

• Has a secondary containment system (bund) which can hold 110% capacity of the primary tank. All our fire protected oil tanks are integrally bunded.

• Is installed at the lowest possible level in the building or structure.

• Is sited with at least a 300mm clearance separating the tank and other structures or barriers.

• Is sited with at least 600mm clearance where physical access is required (e.g. for filling the tank)

• Is vented to the open air sufficiently to prevent stagnation, independently of any other part of the premises and preferably by natural means.

• The tank’s capacity must be less than 3,500 litres.

Our fire protected oil tanks with 60 minute fire resistance are factory-fitted with a remote vent and remote fill connection which comply with the latest regulations on installing oil tanks internally.

See here for Oftec Regulations

Bunded tanks can be found here!