How to store and handle commercial heating oil safely
Follow these tips from Rucci Oil
Using commercial heating oil at your worksite has some truly great benefits. It offers substantial heat generation and efficiency, is one of the safest heating methods available and provides customers with energy independence.
So if your business is reaping from any of the above-mentioned advantages hopefully you are also storing and handling the fuel safely and carefully. In case you need a refresher on how you can go about doing this, you have come to the right place. Keep on reading to learn more.
Tips for safe commercial heating oil handling
If you are going to be handling heating oil, it is advised that you wear protective equipment such as goggles and gloves as a safety precaution. You also do not want to overfill your tank in an effort to reduce environmental contamination.
It is best to do whatever you can to prevent commercial heating oil leaks and spills. You can do this by keeping a tray under your tank to catch any small drips and periodically checking that your fill pipe is properly and securely attached.
In the event of a heating oil spill or leak use something absorbent to soak up the oil, open all windows and doors for ventilation and contact your commercial heating oil provider. Everyone on your worksite should know what to do if they notice a spill or a leak.
Tips for safe commercial heating oil storage
The first important part of proper and safe commercial heating oil storage is to choose a tank for your fuel. You want something high quality and durable as this will help prevent corrosion and damage from extreme weather conditions.
Once you decide upon a storage area for your commercial heating oil you should store this tank on a level surface in a well-ventilated area that is a safe distance away from any potential sources of ignition.
We recommend keeping your heating oil tank as full as possible. This limits the air space inside the tank, which helps prevent condensation.
Don’t forget annual maintenance
Regular professional maintenance is an important piece of staying safe while using commercial heating oil. A professional heating oil provider can make sure your storage tank is in compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Annual inspections can also catch small issues like corrosion, damaged fuel lines and leaks before they turn into big and potentially dangerous issues.
Commercial heating oil from Rucci Oil
No matter what type of business you have here in Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx, Newark, Bayonne or the Jersey City area, Rucci Oil can get you the commercial heating oil you need when you need it. This includes No. 4 heating oil, which is typically used in larger commercial and industrial heating systems, such as power plants and manufacturing facilities.
We happen to be located very close to the fuel terminal, which gives us easy access to an almost unlimited supply of commercial heating oil. This makes us a provider that customers can truly count on.
Contact Rucci Oil today to learn more about the high quality commercial heating oil we deliver to businesses throughout Staten Island, Brooklyn, Manhattan, the Bronx and the Jersey City area.