NSW EPA BULLETIN “UNLOAD EXCLUSION ZONE”

Please be aware of this new information bulletin sent to all NSW Dangerous Goods vehicle licence holders regarding safe practices while unloading Dangerous Goods tank vehicles.

The attached factsheet has been prepared by the NSW EPA specifically for petrol tanker unloading at petrol/service stations.

The NSW EPA factsheet advises:
When tankers unload petrol at petrol stations, flammable petrol vapour can be released. Petrol vapour forms a cloud which can explode if an ignition source is introduced. It is important to exclude sources of ignition from locations where tankers are unloading.

Please review the document via the link below, there are where an example of an exclusion zone can be found as well as the penalties for failing to meet the requirements by all parties in the vehicle unloading process.

https://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/your-environment/dangerous-goods/preventing-fires-truck-inspection-manual

Further information can be obtained from
NSW Environment Protection Authority
Phone EPA’s Environment Line on 131 555
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.epa.nsw.gov.au