Petroleum Advisory Services, Energy Programme PETROLEUM AND LP GAS CYLINDER STORAGE INSPECTION GUIDELINES

Petroleum Advisory Services, Energy Programme PETROLEUM AND LP GAS CYLINDER STORAGE INSPECTION GUIDELINES Last Updated 29/10/2014

Petroleum and LP Gas Cylinder storage Inspection Guidelines This guideline is designed to assist regulatory officers in Pacific Island Countries to monitor and inspect sites that store, handle and retail flammable and combustible liquids as well as LP Gas cylinders. These guidelines have been drafted with reference to AS 1940:2004 which is the Australian Standard for the storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids and Australian/New Zealand Standards AS/NZS 1596:2014 for the storage and handling of LP (Liquefied Petroleum) gas cylinders. Proposed retail storage sites can be assessed and recommendations can be made using the guidelines. Furthermore sites that are already in operation can be periodically checked by officers whereby compliance or a non-compliance notice can be issued to site operators based on the assessment of the site against the guidelines. Based on the severity of noncompliance the site operator may be given time to rectify all required actions of the inspection. These guidelines will be part of a broader regional industry code of practice that will be developed by the Secretariat of the Pacific Community. Part A of the guideline is used for assessment of sites that store and handle flammable and combustible liquids (gasoline, kerosene and diesel) while part B is used for assessment of sites that store and handle LP gas cylinders. Table of Contents 1. SITE OWNER/OPERATOR DETAILS... 3 A. Applicant details... 3 B. Site details... 3 C. Details of proposed/ existing storage facilities... 3 D. Supplier details... 3 2. PART A STORAGE, HANDLING AND RETAIL OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS... 4 A. Minor storage (AS1940:2004 -Section 2)... 4 B. Requirements of minor storage... 5 Figure 1 Service station component... 6 Figure 2 Service station layout according to NSW environment protection authority... 7 C. General requirements for assessing storage facilities... 7 D. Separation distance... 9 E. Separation distance from package stores to protected areas (AS1940:2004-Table 4.1)... 9 F. Separation distance from package stores of flammable liquids to public places and ignition sources (AS1940:2004-Table 4.2)... 10 1 P a g e

G. Separation Distances for Tanks to Security Fences and On-site Protected Places (AS1940:2004 - Table 5.3)... 11 H. Separation Distance for tanks to protected places (AS1940:2004-Table 5.4)... 11 I. Package storage and handling areas (AS1940:2004-Section 4)... 12 i. Separation distance... 12 ii. Requirements of Package stores... 12 J. Storage tanks (AS 1940:2004- Section 5)... 14 K. Fuel dispensing requirements (AS1940:2004 - Section 7)... 14 L. Signage (AS1940:2004 Clauses 7.2.5 and 3.8.2)... 15 M. Operational records & procedures (AS1940:2004 Clause 7.6)... 16 N. Operational and personnel safety (AS1940:2004-Section 9)... 17 O. Emergency management (AS1940:2004-Section10)... 18 P. Fire protection (AS1940:2004-Section 11)... 18 Q. Waste storage and disposal (AS1940:2004-Section 12)... 19 3. PART B -STORAGE AND HANDLING OF LP GAS... 20 A. Minor storage and usage (AS/NZS 1596:2014-Section 2)... 20 B. Maximum quantities for minor storage and usage (AS/NZS 1596:2014 Table 2.1)... 20 C. Minor storage and usage of LP gas (AS/NZS 1596:2008 Clause 2.3)... 20 D. Requirements for exchange facilities for portable cylinders... 21 E. Separation distance... 23 F. Emergency planning and management - Appendix k... 23 G. Location of cages for exchange cylinders... 25 i. Hazardous zone elevation... 25 ii. LP gas cylinder required clearance distances... 25 4. INSPECTION FORMS... 26 i. Inspection form for existing sites... 26 ii. Inspection form for proposed new sites... 28 Reference:... 31 2 P a g e

1. SITE OWNER/OPERATOR DETAILS A. Applicant details Site Owner/ Operator Address of Site Owner/Operator Name of nominated operator Does the operator have necessary qualification to run the service station? te: Qualifications required: Evidence of knowledge in HSSE procedures and standards, basic fire training, emergency response procedures, waste management, inventory control and service station housekeeping. (Copies of training certificates to be attached with application) B. Site details COMPANY/ SERVICE STATION NAME: LOCATION OF SERVICE STATION: C. Details of proposed/ existing storage facilities TYPE OF Yes PETROLEUM PRODUCT SOLD AT THE SITE. GASOLINE (UNLEADED) KEROSENE GASOIL (DIESEL) LPG LUBRICANTS OTHER (SPECIFY) Description of Storage: Underground storage tank - UST Aboveground storage tank - AST Overhead tanks OH/T Drums Cylinders (LPG) Detail number of storage units and volume per unit) Maximum Quantity (kl/kg/g) D. Supplier details Supplier Details Name of primary (main) supplier Name of any secondary supplier fuel and/or LPG 3 P a g e

2. PART A STORAGE, HANDLING AND RETAIL OF FLAMMABLE AND COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS A. Minor storage (AS1940:2004 -Section 2) This section applies to storage of flammable or combustible liquids in quantities which does not exceed requirements of the following table, hence classified as minor storage: Location Flammable Liquids Combustible Liquids Requirements of Table 2.1 met 1 PG I or PG II PG III 2 C1, C2 Yes Comments Residential building or any type Within a residence 5L 25L 50L In a garage 25L 50L 100L attached to residential with a 60/60/60 Fire Resistance Level separating wall Shed or a garage 100L 250L 500L separated by 1m from residence Schools Schools Shops Shops Service station Indoors (Inside) 5L per 50meter square of floor space Should not exceed 20L capacity 500L total in drums. Drums kept in sales area should not be opened and should not exceed 20L capacity 10L per 50 m 2 of floor space Should not exceed 20L capacity Total of 1250L either in tanks or packages. 500L per 50 m 2 of floor space t more than 2000L in 500m 2 area 3000L Outdoors (Outside) Additional - 1000L in drums/conta iners can be kept outdoors Open Land Outdoors above 5000L 5000L 10,000L ground Underground tanks 5000L 5000L 10,000L n/a t applicable 4 P a g e

Construction sites 2500L 5000L 10,000L tes: 1 PG Packing Group; one of the three hazard groups are assigned in the Australian Dangerous Goods code in decreasing order of hazard. PG I denotes high danger PG II denotes medium danger PG III denotes low danger 2 C Combustible liquids are not classified as dangerous goods but are designated as either C1 or C2 combustible liquids. A C1 combustible liquid has a flashpoint between 60.5 C to 150 C. A C2 combustible liquid has flashpoint exceeding 150 C. This information can be obtained by reviewing the chemical and physical properties of a material safety data sheet (MSDS). Classifications Unleaded Petrol (gasoline) PG II Kerosene PG III Diesel (gasoil) -- CI B. Requirements of minor storage Requirements of minor storage Yes Comments 1. Concentrated storage (more than the required volume stated in table 2.1) of liquids in one area should be avoided to lower risks of fire. 2. Storage area should be well ventilated. 3. Build-up of flammable vapours should be avoided. 4. Service station staff that handle fuel are aware of the dangers of fuel. te: Questions can be asked to check their knowledge. 5. Storage areas should be secured so that unauthorised people do not enter. 6. Packages (drums and containers) should not be placed in areas where it will hinder movement of people during emergencies. 7. Drums/containers containing flammable liquids should not be opened or decanted in areas which are potential ignition sources. 8. Drums/containers should be kept closed all times. 9. Other dangerous goods should be kept apart so that possibility of reaction is minimized. 10. All spills and leakage should be cleaned and waste should be disposed according to local 5 P a g e

regulations. 11. Spills and leaks should not reach ignition sources. 12. A simple spill kit should be available at the site. 13. One portable fire extinguisher is available and accessible in front of the minor storage area. 14. Sign of an adequate size bearing words: DANGER - FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS - NO SMOKING - KEEP FIRE AWAY 15. Signage should be displayed in areas & service stations where flammable liquids are decanted /transferred. 16. Owner of the site is responsible to ensure that the tank used to store flammable or combustible liquids has met requirements of Australian Standards 1692. 17. Owner of the site ensures all tanks are inspected and maintained regularly. 18. Owner has records of tank maintenance. Figure 1 Service station component 6 P a g e

Figure 2 Service station layout according to NSW environment protection authority C. General requirements for assessing storage facilities Factors to consider when assessing all the facilities on a site used for storing or handling flammable or combustible liquids: General requirements Yes Comments General Design and Construction Requirements: 1. Site is located in an area away from residential dwellings, churches and schools. 2. Site meets requirements of fire fighting 3. Site has safe access to and way out from all working conditions. 4. Ignition sources are avoided. 5. Spill control measures are in place to avoid contamination of soil and groundwater. 6. Site has emergency provisions to manage an emergency. 7. Electrical equipment and installations meet requirements of industry standards. 7 P a g e

8. Site has sufficient lighting to provide safe working conditions and markings and signage are clearly visible. 9. Storage of other dangerous goods together with flammable and combustible liquids should be restricted. Security, Signs and tices Requirements: 10. Entrance of storage area should display the following signs: DANGER NO SMOKING, NO NAKED FLAMES 11. Entrance of the site should display the following signs: i) A sign listing the emergency contact names, titles and phone numbers. ii) A layout diagram showing locations of installed fire hydrants, fire hoses, fire extinguishers and the emergency stop switch. Other Requirements: 12. Food items are stored separately from petroleum products. 13. Fuel is not stored or dispensed in open buckets, jugs and containers. 14. Lubricants and engine oil is stored in proper containers (NOT juice or liquor bottles). 15. There is no rubbish lying around the site. 16. Vehicle owners switch engine off while fuelling their vehicles 17. Site has a proper canopy/roof. 18. Site has proper storm water (rainwater) drains. 19. The floor of the site is a clean, hard surface and there are no visible spill stains 20. A concrete bunding unit should be available to contain spills and leakages. 21. Site is well ventilated to avoid vapour build-up. 22. Site is connected to an interceptor (oily water separator) to reduce contamination of ground water. 23. Packages (drums) on pallets should not be stacked more than 3m high. 24. All Packages (drums) should be clearly labelled. 8 P a g e

25. Gas cylinders should be separated by at least 5m from diesel, petrol and kerosene storage. D. Separation distance Separation distance General Clause 4.3 Location and Separation Distances Clause 5.7 Separation of aboveground tanks Requirements Clauses 4.3 and 5.7 AS1940 Clause 4.3.1 Separation distances for package stores Clause 4.3.2 Protection of elevated protected places Clause 4.3.3 Location of internal package stores Clause 5.7.1 Application (Tank spacing requirements apply to both outdoor and indoor locations) Clause 5.7.2 Separation distance from tank to protected places, security fences or to on-site protected places. Clause 5.7.3 Distance between vertical tanks for flammable liquids Clause 5.7.4 Distance between vertical tanks for combustible liquids Clause 5.7.5 Cluster of tanks Clause 5.7.6 Horizontal tanks Clause 5.7.7 Storage of Mixed Products Separation to property boundary AS1940 -Table 4.2 or Table 5.3 Separation to protected places to AS1940 -Table 4.1 of Table 5.4 adjoining properties Adjacent occupancies storing Clause 3.2.5.3 - Separation Distance specified in Table 4.1 flammable and combustible liquids or Table 5.4. E. Separation distance from package stores to protected areas (AS1940:2004-Table 4.1) Separation distance from package stores to protected areas Yes Comments Maximum capacity of any tanks, m 3,, kl Minimum Flammable liquids Combustible liquids Distance (m) 3 PG I, PG II PG III 4 C1 C2 0.1 0.5 2.5 5 Unrestricted 1 4 10 20 3 2 8 20 40 4 4 16 40 80 5 7 28 70 140 6 10 40 100 200 7 14 56 140 280 8 20 80 200 400 9 26 104 260 520 10 34 136 340 680 11 42 168 420 840 12 52 208 520 1040 13 64 256 640 1280 14 9 P a g e

77 308 770 1540 15 170 680 1700 20 310 1240 3100 25 500 2000 30 750 3000 35 1100 40 1500 45 2000 50 Steps to use the table: Step 1: Determine whether tanks are for Flammable Liquid or Combustible Liquid Step 2: If Flammable liquid then determine which PG, If Combustible liquid determine which C Step 3: Look at the stored volume to get the minimum separation distance required for storage tanks from protected areas. 1 Protected areas include the following: Residential dwelling Place of worship (Church, temple, Mosque) Public building (Community Halls) Schools Hospital Theatre Factory, warehouse, shop or building where people work 2 On-site protected place a building where people are employed within the property boundary, including Offices Warehouses Manufacturing or processing areas Amenities 3 PG Packing Group; one of the three hazard groups assigned in the Australian Dangerous Goods code in decreasing order of hazard. PG I denotes high danger PG II denotes medium danger PG III denotes low danger 4 C Combustible liquids are not classified as dangerous goods but are designated as either C1 or C2 combustible liquids. A C1 combustible liquid has a flashpoint between 60.5 C to 150 C. A C2 combustible liquid has flashpoint exceeding 150 C. This information can be obtained by reviewing the chemical and physical properties of a material safety data sheet (MSDS). F. Separation distance from package stores of flammable liquids to public places and ignition sources (AS1940:2004-Table 4.2) Separation from Public places to: Minimum Distance (meters) Storage area for closed packages of flammable liquids 3 Area where packages of flammable liquids are opened. 8 10 P a g e

G. Separation Distances for Tanks to Security Fences and On-site Protected Places (AS1940:2004 - Table 5.3) Minimum distance m Separation required Flammable Liquid Combustible liquid from tank to: C1 C2 Fill points, Platforms or package storage Office buildings, warehouses, manufacturing and processing areas, workshops or amenities blocks on the same premises Security Fence Diameter of the tank or 15m, which ever less, but not less than 6m Distance required by table 5.4 but need not exceed 15m Diameter of the tank or 15m, whichever is less, but not less than 6m or the distance obtained from table 5.4 whichever is lesser Diameter of the tank or 7.5m, whichever is less, but at least 3m Distance required by table 5.4 but need not exceed 7.5m Diameter of the tank or 7.5m whichever is less, but at least 3m te: Points for filling packages, drums or tank vehicles and not the fill point into the storage. Unrestricted determined by the compound. For distance to boundaries refer clause 3.2.5.2 H. Separation Distance for tanks to protected places (AS1940:2004- Table 5.4) Maximum capacity of any tank (kl) Minimum Flammable liquids Combustible liquids Distance PG I, PG II PG III CI C2 (m) 0.25 0.5 2.5 5 Unrestricted 1 4 10 20 3 2 8 20 40 4 4 16 40 80 5 7 28 70 140 6 10 40 100 200 7 14 56 140 280 8 20 80 200 400 9 26 104 260 520 10 34 136 340 680 11 42 168 420 840 12 52 208 520 1040 13 64 256 640 1280 14 77 306 770 1540 15 170 680 1700 20 310 1240 3100 25 500 2000 30 750 3000 35 1100 40 1500 45 2000 50 11 P a g e

I. Package storage and handling areas (AS1940:2004-Section 4) i. Separation distance Package in this context means drums Separation Distance Requirements Minimum separation distance of package areas to a protected 1 place. Minimum separation distance to any on-site 2 protected place. AS1940 Reference AS1940 Table 4.1 AS 1940 Table 4.1. However should not exceed as follows: (i) 15m for flammable liquids (ii) 7.5m for C1 liquids; or (iii) 3m for C2 liquids Minimum distance to any public place. AS 1940 Table 4.2 ii. Requirements of Package stores Requirements of Package stores Yes Comments *te: Package stores - stores where flammable and combustible is kept or areas where packages (drums) are filled, decanted and cleaned. Location: 1. Package store is located in an area which has infrastructure capabilities of firefighting resources and fire brigade. Separation Distance: 2. Separation distance should comply with section A. General Construction requirements: 3. Store is a fire rated structure and is constructed using non-combustible materials. 4. Floor is impermeable and is made up on concrete. Construction of attached stores to a building, or on site protected area: 5. Material used for construction of separating walls should have a fire resistance level of 240/240/240. 6. Floor is of reinforced concrete having a fire resistance level of 180/180/180. 7. Roof is of material having fire resistance level of 180/180/180. Spillage Containment: 8. Spill containment compound (bund) should be impermeable to retain and enable spillage to be recovered. 9. Capacity of bund should be at least 100% of the volume of the largest tank. 12 P a g e

10. Drainage of any rainwater and or water from the forecourt should be through an interceptor or separator. General Requirements 11. Entrance of storage area should display the following signs: DANGER NO SMOKING, NO NAKED FLAMES 12. Entrance of the site should display the following signs: iii) A sign listing the emergency contact names, titles and phone numbers. iv) A layout diagram showing locations of installed fire hydrants, fire hoses, fire extinguishers and the emergency stop switch. Other Requirements: 13. Food items are stored separately from petroleum products. 14. Fuel is not stored or dispensed in open buckets, jugs and containers. 15. Lubricants and engine oil is stored in proper containers (NOT juice or liquor bottles). 16. There is no rubbish lying around the site. 17. Vehicle owners switch engine off while fuelling their vehicles 18. Site has a proper canopy/roof. 19. Site has proper storm water (rainwater) drains. 20. The floor of the site is a clean, hard surface and there are no visible spill stains 21. Site is well ventilated to avoid vapour build-up. 22. Site is connected to an interceptor (oily water separator) to reduce contamination of ground water. 23. Packages (drums) on pallets should not be stacked more than 3m high. 24. All Packages (drums) should be clearly labelled. 25. Gas cylinders should be separated by at least 5m from diesel, petrol and kerosene storage. 13 P a g e

J. Storage tanks (AS 1940:2004- Section 5) Storage tanks, fill pipes, fill caps and vents Yes Comments 1. All aboveground tanks are have appropriate identification markings and are clearly visible. 2. For all underground tanks, the fill, dip points and vapour recovery point for each tank should be marked to identify it. 3. Underground and aboveground storage-tank gauge and fill-caps are kept closed except when filling and gauging. 4. Vent-pipe openings from both underground and aboveground storage tanks are located at a high level away from potential ignition sources. 5. The vent discharge point should be located horizontally at least 4m for flammable liquids from any opening. 6. The vent discharge point should be located horizontally at least 2m for combustible liquids from any opening. 7. Vents are painted and clearly labelled which fuel the vent is for. 8. Storage-tank covers fill pipes, caps and fill-box rims or pads is properly labelled and identified. 9. All above ground pipelines should be colour coded. 10. All aboveground tanks should have an impermeable bund. 11. Size (capacity) of the bund is at least the same size (capacity) as the largest aboveground tank. K. Fuel dispensing requirements (AS1940:2004 - Section 7) Requirements Yes Comments 1. Emergency power cut off: A switch or circuit breaker that will enable power to be shut off to all dispensing pumps during an emergency is present and is easily accessible. 2. Prominent Signs with words STOP ENGINE-NO SMOKING is placed near or on the dispenser. 14 P a g e

3. Dispenser is located in a manner that allows vehicles to be within the bounds of the service station property during refuelling. 4. Dispenser hose is at least 4m from the boundary of the service station. 5. Dispensers for petrol, diesel and kerosene should be located at least 8m away from above ground storage tanks for diesel, kerosene and petrol. 6. The fuel island has a curb to contain fuel spills. 7. The fuel island has a proper cover usually a canopy to prevent rainwater falling directly over fuel pumps 8. Site Operator arranges professional pump calibration periodically to an acceptable standard. 9. Owner has records of pump calibration. 10. All fuel nozzles have splash guards. 11. Smoking or other ignition source is not allowed within 3m of any point where flammable liquid is exposed especially during receiving or dispensing. 12. Floors of the service station are not washed with flammable liquids. 13. Children under the age of 15 years are not allowed to operate fuel dispensers. 14. Dispensers are protected by a guard rail, bollards or other type of barriers. L. Signage (AS1940:2004 Clauses 7.2.5 and 3.8.2) Signs Yes Comments 1. Service stations have warning and safety signs displayed at the entrance of the storage area and near the dispensing pumps. 2. All signs are correctly placed and should be easily readable. 3. Signs must be clearly legible and letters in the sign should be at least 50mm high. 15 P a g e

Examples of signage: DANGER NO SMOKING, NO NAKED FLAMES DANGER COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID M. N. Operational records & procedures (AS1940:2004 Clause 7.6) Service station owners/operators should follow operational procedures and have records. OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Yes Comments Records: 1. Inventory records of fuel received, stored and dispensed are maintained and reconciled by the owner/operator. 2. Discrepancy in records should be identified as this indicates possible leaks and all storage tanks, dispensing pumps etc. is checked to fix leaks. Operational procedures should be in place and should take into account the following: 3. Smoking or any other ignition sources within 3m or any point where flammable liquid is exposed should be prevented when receiving or dispensing. 4. Vehicle engine while refuelling is switched off. 5. Overfilling and spillage when storage tanks are being replenished should be prevented. 6. Fill and dip caps should be maintained in liquid-tight condition. 7. Procedures are followed when there is a spillage. 8. Service station forecourt/floor should not be washed with flammable liquids. 16 P a g e

9. Emergency spill clean-up equipment is readily available for use during spillage. 10. Persons under the age of 15 years should not be allowed to operate fuel dispensers. 11. Site should have a record of staff training in the use of emergency equipment (fire extinguishers and spill clean-up equipment). Flammable liquids should not be filled from a service station s fuel dispenser directly into containers unless: 12. The capacity of the container is not more than 25 litres 13. The container should comply with AS/NZS 2906 or equivalent or is leak proof, metal and can be tightly closed. 14. Container is placed on the ground while being filled. 15. Container is not held in hands while being filled. 16. Container is not in car boot or a back of a utility vehicle while being filled. O. Operational and personnel safety (AS1940:2004-Section 9) Operational and personnel safety requirements 1. Spill equipment is available at the site and staffs are trained in its proper usage. 2. Safety information should be available to staff (emergency plan, personal protective equipment, material safety data sheets etc.). 3. Staff working at service station should wear proper clothing especially closed shoes. 4. Safety glasses should be available at the service station. 5. Appropriate hand gloves should be worn while cleaning spills. 6. First Aid kit should be available at the service station. Yes Comments 17 P a g e

P. Emergency management (AS1940:2004-Section10) Emergency Management Requirements Yes Comments 1. Service station has a contact list of authorities to contact during emergencies. (Police, Fire, Environment & Energy Dept.) 2. Service station has an emergency response plan which outlines actions that will be carried by the site operator during an emergency. 3. A site plan showing exits, emergency assembly points, location of fire extinguishers at site should be displayed clearly. 4. Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all the petroleum products is available at the site. 5. Service station staffs are trained on emergency procedures and records of training is kept. 6. Site has absorbent pads to clean spills. 7. Site has a waste management plan and disposes its wastes properly. Q. Fire protection (AS1940:2004-Section 11) The positions of the fire extinguisher are important in order to quickly access fire extinguishers during emergencies. Fire Protection Requirements Yes Comments 1. At least two x 9Kg powder type fire extinguishers is available at the site. 2. Powder type fire extinguisher should have a rating of at least 2A 60(B) E. 3. Fire extinguishers are tested and approved by competent authority (e.g. Fire department) 4. All fire extinguishers have a service tag stating the dates of service. 5. Instructions on the fire extinguishers is in English and not foreign language. 18 P a g e

6. Fire extinguishers are mounted on service station columns so that it s easily accessible to people working at the service station. 7. All fire extinguishers on the site are charged and ready to be used during emergencies. 8. Site operator and all staff have current and adequate training on how to control a hydrocarbon fire. 9. Contact details for fire authority are readily accessible for use as necessary. R. Waste storage and disposal (AS1940:2004-Section 12) Waste storage and disposal Yes Comments requirements 1. Waste oil is collected and stored in a manner that it does not leak. 2. Solid combustible material needs to be disposed of properly. 3. All waste should be disposed in accordance with local authority regulations. 19 P a g e

3. PART B -STORAGE AND HANDLING OF LP GAS *Service stations that stores LP Gas cylinders. This section is developed using AS/NZS 1596:2014 The storage and handling of LP Gas. A. Minor storage and usage (AS/NZS 1596:2014-Section 2) Quantities of LP Gas cylinders that does not exceed those given in Table 2.1 is classified as minor storage. Table 2.1 is used to identify the maximum minor storage capacity: B. Maximum quantities for minor storage and usage (AS/NZS 1596:2014 Table 2.1) Location Maximum quantity of LP Gas, number of cylinders and non-refillable containers Residential properties: Maximum total (combined indoor and outdoor A detached house or single storey attached storage, cylinders not connected): 50 kg dwelling Maximum cylinder size 15 kg Outdoors, including open air, temporary Maximum total quantity: 60 kg structures (e.g. marquees, tents, booths) Maximum cylinder size: 15 kg Outdoor areas of hotels, restaurants, cafes Maximum total quantity: 60 kg and take-away food shops Indoors, within buildings with a roof and three or more walls, e.g. hotels, bars, restaurants, cafes, take-away food shops Shops, offices and laboratories, indoors Factories and warehouses, indoors Maximum cylinder size: 15 kg 10 kg per 10 m2 floor area, up to a maximum total quantity of 30 kg Maximum cylinder size: 15 kg Maximum total quantity: 30 kg per occupancy Maximum cylinder size: 15 kg 45 kg per 50 m2 floor area, up to a maximum total quantity of 180 kg per occupancy Maximum cylinder size: 45 kg C. Minor storage and usage of LP gas (AS/NZS 1596:2008 Clause 2.3) Requirements Yes Comments 1. Total quantity of LP Gas kept (both in storage and connected for use) does not exceed that stated in Table 2.1. 2. LP Gas users are aware of the hazards and risks of its storage and use. 3. Cylinders are kept upright in a well-ventilated area away from any flame, heat or other ignition sources. 4. Cylinders are protected from excessive temperature rise. 5. Cylinders are kept upright at all times. 20 P a g e

6. Cylinders are protected from physical impact. 7. Cylinders are kept in a location that does not hinder the escape of people during emergency. 8. Cylinders are stored away from any combustible or waste materials. 9. Cylinders are stored with all cylinder valves closed when not in use. D. Requirements for exchange facilities for portable cylinders te: Portable exchange LP Gas cylinders shall be kept in a secure cage or cages. This Appendix provides requirements and recommendations for the location of such cages. Requirements Yes Comments Location of Site 1. Cage is placed in an area which does not significant trafficable areas unless the cage is protected by bollards or guardrails. 2. Cage is located in high visible areas and areas cleared of combustibles. Restrictions 3. Cage should be located outdoors. 4. Cage is secure and stable and is well ventilated. 5. The maximum capacity of any individual cylinder should not exceed 25L/12Kg 6. The maximum aggregate capacity of cylinders kept per cage or group of cages should not exceed 2500 L/1310Kg. 7. Where cages are grouped together, their aggregate capacity shall not exceed 2500 L/1310Kg. 8. There is a minimum distance of 3m between groups of cages. Location and Management of Cages 9. Cages should be located outdoors. 10. Area within 1.5m of the cylinder cage should be kept clear of weeds, rubbish and other combustible materials. 11. Cages should be clear on at least two sides from any wall, solid display or 21 P a g e

other item that could restrict air flow. 12. Cages should be at least 2 m from any structure limiting egress past any cage. 13. Cages should be at least 3 m from any above-ground tank containing dangerous goods other than LP Gas. 14. Cages should be at least 5 m from any tank containing LP Gas. 15. Cages should be at least 1.5 m from any pit, drain, basement, public place or dispenser for any type of fuel. 16. Cages should be at least 1.5 m horizontally or 0.5 m vertically from any ignition source. 17. Cages should be at least 1 m from the hose reach of an LP Gas decanting cylinder. 18. Cages should be at least 1 m from any opening (for e.g. doors). Storage of cylinders within the cage 19. Cylinders should be stored and displayed with their valves on the top. This will ensure that if there is a leak liquid will not be released. 20. A 2Kg dry chemical extinguisher is the minimum requirement. 21. Cylinders in the cage should be inspected regularly to ensure they are not damaged or leaking 22. There should be at least 1 (one) fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 30B located within 30 meters of the cylinder cage. 23. The cylinder cage should be kept closed at all times. 24. The outlet valve of every cylinder should be kept closed. 25. Only LP gas cylinder should be stored in the cylinder cage. Safety Considerations 26. Smoking and other sources of ignition should not be allowed within 1.5m of the cylinder cage. 27. The cylinder cage should not hinder or endanger the means of escape from premises or adjoining premises. 28. flammable liquids or corrosive materials are stored within 3m of the cylinder cage. 29. electrical apparatus should be installed either in the cylinder cage or within 1.5 meters of the cylinder cage. Signs and Labels 22 P a g e

30. Every individual cylinder cage shall be provided with signs and notices that are clearly visible and readily distinguishable from any advertising signs attached to the cage. 31. Signs and notices are prominently displayed on the front of the cylinder cage. 32. A dangerous goods class label is present. This label should be 250 mm square. 33. A warning notice, reading FLAMMABLE GAS NO SMOKING, NO FLAME.NOTE: Symbols may be used. E. Separation distance SEPARATION DISTANCE Cylinders stored in the open or within a building shall be located at the distances given in Table 4.1, and the following requirements shall apply Yes Comments A cylinder shall be at least 1 m horizontally away from an opening into, and should be outside of, any building that is not used solely for storage, filling and/or handling of gas cylinders. The distance between any cylinder and -any above-ground LP Gas storage tank or -flammable liquid storage that exceeds 250 L capacity should be at least 3 m. Cylinders should not be stored within any compound (bunded area) for flammable liquid storages. F. Emergency planning and management - Appendix k EMERGENCY PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT Requirements Yes Comments 1. Site has an emergency plan that includes the following: Emergency services contact details A site plan showing the location of all LP Gas, and any other dangerous goods the location of fire extinguishers Details of actions to be taken in response to identified major incidents (e.g. fire threatening the site, fire involving LP Gas, leak without fire. 23 P a g e

2. Site has copy of Material Safety Data Sheet for LP Gas 3. Site operator and all staff have current and adequate training on how to control a LP Gas fire. 4. Contact details for fire authority are readily accessible for use as necessary 5. At least one portable powder type fire extinguisher having a rating of at least 2A 60B (E) is available at the site 24 P a g e

G. Location of cages for exchange cylinders i. Hazardous zone elevation ii. LP gas cylinder required clearance distances 25 P a g e

4. INSPECTION FORMS i. Inspection form for existing sites Petrol Service Station Assessment for: Dated this day of Year: Signed: Officer/Position: Next review date: 1. Assessment of site for storage of which petroleum product? Petroleum Product: Flammable and Combustible liquids LP Gas Cylinders Other (specify ) Highly satisfactory - can continue business. From the date of this inspection 6 months is given to rectify problems. 2. Level of site compliance: Satisfactory can continue business. From the date of this inspection 3 months is given to rectify problems. Unsatisfactory final warning or issue notice to close down immediately. List sections of guidleines which applicant needs to comply with: 3. Sections of the guidelines which needs to be rectified by the site owner/operator. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 4. Service station does meet requirements of the guidelines. Service stations that do meet the requirements of the guidelines will be issued a license on the following conditions: a) b) c) d) 26 P a g e

5. Service station does not meet requirements of the guidelines. Licence is cancelled / suspended for (days/months) till site owner/ operator completes the following actions and a re-inspection can take place and license re-issued: a) b) c) d) 6. Name of site operator/owner is given (day(s)/month(s)) to comply with the above conditions. Signature of Inspecting Officer Signature of Service station Operator Date: / / Date: / / 7. Follow up inspection date:.. 27 P a g e

ii. Inspection form for proposed new sites Dated this day of Year: Signed: Officer/Position: Applicant to complete as appropriate 1. State whether Sole Applicant /Partnership 2. If a Sole Applicant state first name, surname and address. If a Partnership state the full name of each partner and their respective addresses. If necessary, use, sign and attach (to this form) a separate sheet. Surname: First Name: Address: Tel : E-mail: 3. Address of the petrol filling station/premises for which the Licence is required. 4. If the applicant is not the owner of the site comprising the petrol filling station, state the name and address of the owner or owners, as the case may be. Surname: First Name: Address: Tel : E-mail: 5. The maximum quantity of petroleum product (diesel, unleaded petrol, kerosene) or LP gas cylinders for which the licence is required and how it is to be stored. This is the quantity that will be stated on the licence when granted and it will be an offence to exceed this quantity without the prior written consent of the licensing authority. Litres stored in underground tank(s) Litres stored in above ground tank(s) ULP Diesel Kerosene ULP Diesel Kerosene Litres stored in drums ULP Diesel 28 P a g e

Kerosene Total quantity in litres ULP Diesel Kerosene Total number of LP Gas cylinders stored[kg] 6. Applicants must submit site plans, drawings and particulars of tanks, dispensing pumps, associated equipment and relevant buildings. Site drawings should comply with local building codes as well as requirements specified under AS1940:2004 and AS/NZS 1596:2014 such as separation distance, fire rating walls etc. Comments: 7. Predominant land use surrounding the propose site. Residential Commercial Industrial Special ( Schools/Churches/Community Halls) Comments: 8. Proposed site owner competent to deal with safety issues at the site. Copies of training certificates to be submitted. Certificates sighted: Yes Comments: 9. Approval/Refusal to license new site: Approval Refusal Comments: 29 P a g e

10. Conditions of license State: Approval of license subject to conditions:..... Refusal of license on the grounds: 30 P a g e

Reference: 1. SAI Global Limited. AS/NZS 1596:2014 the Storage and handling of LP Gas. Sydney: NSW 2001, Australia. 2. Standards Australia. AS1940:2004 the Storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids. Sydney: NSW 2001, Australia. 31 P a g e