Articles carry out checks to ensure the same problem doesn't happen to them" To limit the risk to underground tanks site operators should carry out regular internal checks to ensure bacteria isn't present, the bacteria is easily treated once detected. If tanks lay dormant for any length of time, as they will do with LRP being phased out, they need to be internally examined and appropriate work carried out before they are used again. Double skinning tanks can help to
safeguard
inspections
tanks
are
still
but
regular
vital.
The
responsibility rests with the licensee didn't cover him for loss of earnings. Mr Smith said: The situation has caused me extreme worry and financial cost. With the help of trading standards and other authorities involved a major problem was diverted. Without their
expertise
and
quick
intervention the damage would have been a lot more severe. He continued: "It is sad that I have had to call time after 28 years
but
upgrading
the
equipment on the site was just not financially viable.
I would
advise all forecourt owners to and with prosecution a
possibility
thorough checks are advisable. Through working
joint Trading
Standards,
the
Environment Agency and
Mr
Smith
ensured what could have
been
catastrophe
a was
avoided. Due to the distress caused by the leak Mr Smith has sadly decided not to renew his petroleum license. 40
