Safe Storage of Fuel at Home

Firstly, it’s not recommended you keep a quantity of fuel within your shed or garage!

Unleaded petrol can go stale in as little as 1 month, by storing large quantities may actually cost you more money in the long run.
Fuel and fuel vapour, are highly flammable, explosive and toxic, incorrect storage and handling can have fatal consequences.

WHAT’S THE LIMIT?
HSE official guidelines state that you can legally store a combined limit of up to 30 litres of petrol or diesel fuel at a domestic residence or non-workplace premises in the UK.

WHAT CONTAINERS CAN I USE TO STORE PETROL?
Legislation allows you to store petrol in the following containers:
Plastic containers storing up to 10 litres.
Metal containers storing up to 20 litres.

CORRECT STORING & SAFETY
Consideration as to where you’re going to store fuel is also of paramount importance.
Fuel should never be stored in your home or any living space.
Fuel should be stored in a well ventilated, secure outbuilding as far away from any possible sources of ignition.

Please stay safe and if you do need to store fuel please follow the previous guidelines.

Many thanks

Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Service Prevention Team