Work Method Statements
Fuel Storage, Handling and Decanting Safe Work Procedure or Work Method Statement
The Four page Safe Work Method Statement outlines the Safety Steps required to Store, Handle and Decant Fuel Safely.
Fuel Storage, Handling and Decanting needs to be approached with caution and appropiate safety procedures. The Fuel Storage, Handling and Decanting procedure is ready to use and is not a blank template. Safety Procedures can be edited or customised in MS Word if required.
The Procedure includes:
- Risk Assessment
- Check Container
- Check Safety Equipment and Procedures
- Store Container
- Decant Fuel
- Shut Down
- Emergency Procedures

Fuel Storage, Handling and Decanting Safety Notes
When Storing, Handling and Decanting Fuel:
- No smoking or naked flames near the fuel.
- Do not inhale vapour
- Read material safety data sheet for the fuel.
- Do not attempt to lift container manually.
- Have an appropriate funnel available.
- Check for leaks.