Are tanks legal to own in Illinois?

Single or subdivided tanks are allowed as long as the aggregate quantity of liquid on site does not exceed 12,000 gallons.

What is a vaulted tank?

The vault incorporates a specially formulated concrete mix that is factory-poured in two parts. Because the storage tanks are located within a vault that allows for easy accessibility and visual inspection by your personnel, they are classified by the EPA as an Aboveground Storage Tank (AST).

How far does a fuel tank have to be from a building?

An outside fuel tank must be at least 20 feet from all buildings on the property. This OSHA regulation provides clear access to all sides of the fuel tank and a buffer between potential ignition sources in the building and the fuel.

Do double walled fuel tanks require secondary containment?

Shop-built double-walled or double-hulled aboveground storage tanks (ASTs) may be used for secondary containment purposes, as long as they are operated with certain protective measures.

What is a UL 2080 tank?

UL 2080. March 14, 2000. UL Standard for Safety Fire Resistant Tanks for Flammable and Combustible Liquids. These requirements cover shop fabricated, aboveground atmospheric Fire Resistant Tanks intended for storage of stable flammable or combustible liquids that have a specific gravity not greater than… SUBJECT 2080.

What color should a diesel tank be?

YELLOW
YELLOW: Diesel (Flammable) Yellow gas cans serve as diesel fuel containers and meet the same governmental requirements. The stark color contrast from gas cans make it easier to recognize the difference in fuel types.

Can you store petrol above ground?

You can store up to 30 litres of petrol at home or at non-workplace premises without informing your local Petroleum Enforcement Authority (PEA). You can store it in: a combination of the above as long as no more than 30 litres is kept.

Do I need to register an AST in Illinois?

Unlike USTs, there is is no requirement for the registration of ASTs. The OSFM does not maintain a database of ASTs installed in Illinois. Retail sale of aircraft fuel from an aboveground tank is allowed to be conducted at an airport facility.

Is there a database of ASTs installed in Illinois?

The OSFM does not maintain a database of ASTs installed in Illinois. Retail sale of aircraft fuel from an aboveground tank is allowed to be conducted at an airport facility. Dispensing is only for aircraft and not into over-the-road vehicles. These installations are permitted to have two tanks with capacities up to 10,000 gallons per tank.

Is there a NFPA 30 standard for AST installations in Illinois?

The OSFM has not adopted NFPA 30 or NFPA 30A for AST installations in Illinois. Although the applicable Illinois Administrative Code sections do reference specific some sections of NFPA 30 the rules do not adopt this NFPA standard in its entirety.

What is the USDOT number forast Inc of Illinois?

AST INC OF ILLINOIS USDOT Number: 2017921 Other Information for this Carrier