Technical Requirements for the Establishment of Fuel Service Stations

This is a regulation that sets out the technical characteristics and measurements of tools and equipment used in the establishment of a fuel service station. The Regulation, No. 55 of 2008, must be considered as a further implementing regulation mandated under the provisions of Gubernatorial Decision No. 95 of 2004 as amended by Gubernatorial Regulation No. 108 of 2007.

The basic premise of the Regulation is to ensure safety, occupational health, and the maintenance of appropriate environmental standards. It is expected that compliance and monitoring of these provisions will ensure a reduction in the level of risk associated with the running of a fuel service station.

The technical requirements covered in the Regulation include:

-                 installation of fuel tanks;

-                 installation of piping and equipment;

-                 installation of dispensers and pumps;

-                 installation of environmental monitoring equipment;

-                 safety equipment; and

-                 installation of electrical equipment.

The Regulation was issued on 16 June 2008 and enacted on 22 July 2008. It has been in force since the date of enactment.