37Containers for bulk dangerous goods

37 Containers for bulk dangerous goods

(1) An occupier of premises where bulk dangerous goods are stored in a container must ensure that—

(a) the container and its associated pipework are provided with stable foundations and supports; and

(b) any pipework or equipment connected to the container is installed so as to prevent excessive stress on the container, pipework or equipment; and

(c) the container and its associated pipework are protected from corrosion; and

(d) the container is inspected at intervals that are sufficient to ensure the integrity and serviceability of the container; and

(e) the results of an inspection under paragraph (d) are recorded and retained for as long as the container remains in service on the premises managed and controlled by the occupier; and

(f) in the event of the occupier ceasing to manage and control the premises, the recorded results of an inspection are delivered to the person who subsequently manages and controls the premises.

(2) A person who becomes an occupier of premises and takes delivery of recorded inspection results under subregulation (1)(f) must retain the record in accordance with subregulation (1)(e).