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markeland  
#1 Posted : 13 May 2021 10:22:10(UTC)
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markeland

Hi everyone, just wondering whether there's any guidance on the storage of chemicals (in this case flammable liquids) outdoors?

I appreciate that it would need to be bunded but does the container absolutely need to be enclosed?

Thanks!

Kate  
#2 Posted : 13 May 2021 11:49:55(UTC)
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Kate

No, it doesn't have to be enclosed.  In fact it's better if it's not.

The guidance is here: https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/priced/hsg51.pdf

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markeland on 13/05/2021(UTC)
markeland  
#3 Posted : 13 May 2021 12:51:59(UTC)
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markeland

Hi Kate, thanks for your response.

Just seen the below from the HSE doc:

146 The storage area should be in an unenclosed and uncongested location at ground level to ensure that any flammable liquid vapours arising from leaks or spillages do not accumulate and can rapidly disperse to safe levels.

HSSnail  
#4 Posted : 13 May 2021 13:20:28(UTC)
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HSSnail

probably stateing the obviouse - but it depends on your definition of enclosed. I would certaily expect it to be in a cage or seurity fence not just stacked in a corner - but i agree not a fully enclosed cabinate or similar.

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Kate on 13/05/2021(UTC)
Kate  
#5 Posted : 13 May 2021 14:59:59(UTC)
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Kate

Yes, I agree it might well benefit from being fenced off or caged.

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