Tips on how to prevent water getting into tanks this rainy season

Every year, the rainy season comes with the challenge of water ingress into storage tanks at fuel retail sites , resulting in fuel contamination. The following tips have been prepared to assist retailers reduce fuel contamination and subsequent customer complaints.

1. Before off-loading fuel from a delivery truck, • check that no water is present in all compartments, check that no water is present in the tank the fuel is to be delivered into.

2. Carry out water checks frequently throughout the day.

3. Visual checks should always be done Fuel should look bright and clear. If the fuel looks hazy or cloudy it’s a sign the fuel is contaminated by water.

4. Carry out stock reconciliations frequently during the rainy season to check if water is not infiltrating into the storage tanks.

5. ALWAYS use the correct type of water finding paste for BLEND.

6. Avoid carrying out deliveries when it is raining.

7. Keep in tank water level below 3cm.

8. Ensure that vent pipes have a shielded cap to protect from rain ingress

9. Ensure that the fill box is leak-proof, and the fill pipe is properly capped to prevent rain from penetrating.

10. Ensure that manholes are designed in a way that prevents the ingress of surface water.

11. Ensure that all storm drains are working properly.

12. Keep manholes free from water.

13. Ensure that all pipe fittings are tightly secured since any loo und water to infiltrate the storage tank. Engage reputable contractors to check suspected