Renewal or new application
The safe storage of petrol is covered by legislation to help prevent fire and explosion which can occur if there is a source of ignition nearby.
You will need to apply for a Petroleum Storage Certificate if you are a workplace that stores petrol where petrol is dispensed directly into the tank of a vehicle with an internal combustion engine, that is, retail and non-retail petrol filling stations.
Petroleum storage certificates are issued by the Petroleum Enforcement Authority (PEA). Isle of Anglesey County Council is the PEA for the County of Anglesey, and as such is responsible for administrating and enforcing the provisions of the Petroleum (Consolidation) Regulations 2014
Non-workplace premises storing large quantities of petrol, for example at private homes, or at clubs/associations (or similar) will need to apply for a petroleum storage licence as opposed to a storage certificate.
More information is available on the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) webiste.
Certificates
The certificates contain information specific to the site, such as the storage arrangements, as well as detail about the validity of the certificate and circumstances where the enforcing authority must be told about any prescribed material changes.
Premises selling petroleum spirit should be constructed and maintained so that the product is dispensed safely and does not present a danger to the general public.
We also expect that the premises storing petroleum spirit are correctly and safely maintained with clear management procedures and clear operating procedures by staff who are properly and appropriately trained.
Keeper of petrol
The 'keeper of petrol' is a person who keeps petrol on dispensing premises, who has responsibility for the safe operation of the site and will be legally obliged to ensure the site is compliant with the regulations.
The 'keeper of petrol' must:
- tell the Petroleum Enforcement Authority prior to occupation of a certified site
- make sure scale drawings are available on site to form part of the emergency plan
- tell the Petroleum Enforcement Authority of any incidents occurring, in line with the nationally accepted guidance of best practice on reporting incidents, including leaks, spills, damage to the petrol installation and so on
- tell the Petroleum Enforcement Authority if prescribed material changes are made to the certificated premises
- continue to meet all other legislation relevant to the safe operation of the site for example the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974, The Management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmosphere Regulations 2002
- tell the Petroleum Enforcement Authority if they wish to cease occupation/operation.
Prescribed material change
A prescribed material change to premises covers changes for:
- ceasing use of one or more of the petrol storage tanks
- removing or permanently decommissioning one or more of the petrol storage tanks
- installing any tank, pipework or vapour pipework associated with the storage and dispensing of petrol
- installing any petrol pump, any other automotive pump, or dispenser in a new location
New application
Contact Trading Standards for further information and guidance with your application by contacting us on 01248 752 840.
Renew application
Complete the online form and pay the relevant fee.
Fees
The 'keeper of petrol' must pay an annual fee which is calculated according to the maximum amount of storage allocated to petrol at the site.
Fees can be paid for up to ten years in advance thus avoiding potential fee increase.
Petrol fees for petrol storage
Amount Stored |
Annual fee 2024 for 2025 |
Not exceeding litres |
£48 |
Exceeding 2,500 but not exceeding 50,000 litres |
£65 |
Exceeding 50,000 litres |
£137 |
Fees are set by central Government under The Health and Safety and Nuclear (Fees) (Amendment) and Gas Safety (Miscellaneous Amendment) Regulations 2024 and are subject to annual review.
Tacit consent
It is in the public interest that we must process your application before it can be granted. Tacit consent will therefore not apply and if you have not heard from us within a reasonable period, then please get in touch.
If you require further information or support with your application then please contact us on 01248 752 840 or email safonaumasnach@ynysmon.llyw.cymru.
Appeal
Any applicant who is refused a licence can appeal to the Secretary of State.