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Flammable / Combustible Liquids Storage Licence Flammable / Combustible Liquids Storage Licence

This licence is required under the Dangerous Goods Safety Management Act 2001 by the occupier of a premises to store flammable or combustible liquid on the premises. Flammable and combustible liquids include petroleum products which are readily ignited and other chemicals when storage exceeds minor amounts as established in Australian Standard 1940 Table 2-1.  Additionally if you store over 10,000 Litres of fuel on site you are also required to hold a Registration Certificate under the Environmental Protection Act 1994.  To apply for a registration certificate please refer to Council's Town Planning Services on 4776 4600.

Definition of Terms
"Flammable Liquid" is a liquid that is defined in the Australian Dangerous Goods Code as a Class 3 liquid.  For the purposes of this Standard, a Class 3 liquid is subdivided into the following packaging group:
PG I
- a Class 3 liquid of Packaging Group I
PG II
- a Class 3 liquid of Packaging Group II
PG III
- a Class 3 liquid of Packaging Group III
A combustible liquid that is heated and kept above its flashpoint is treated as a PG III flammable liquid.  "Combustible Liquid" is any liquid other than a flammable liquid that has a flashpoint, and that has a fire point less than its boiling point. For the purposes of this Standard, combustible liquids are to be divided into two classes as follows:
Class C1
- a combustible liquid that has a flashpoint of 150 degrees Celsius or less
Class C2
- a combustible liquid that has a flashpoint exceeding 150 degrees Celsius
NOTE:
The boiling point is taken to mean that point at which it is no longer possible to achieve the rate of temperature rise required ASTM D92 for the fire point test.
 
For further information on storage conditions and obligations of owners, occupiers and licence holders please see the fact sheets in the downloads section at the bottom of the web page for flammable and combustible liquids http://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/web/guest/flammable-and-combustible-licences .
What are the pre-requisites to obtaining this Licence?
·         Clients must ensure that the location is zoned appropriately.
·         You must demonstrate to Council that you can fulfil your obligations – as mentioned above. You may need some time to prepare your risk assessments and other documents as well as ensure your safety equipment is available.
·         If the land is vacant and you wish to build you will need to submit a plan assessment to Council with the relevant fees and gain building approval from building services. Refer section on “How do I construct a new service station”.
How long does this authority remain in effect?
Your licence is an annual licence that expires each year. Council will send out reminders at the beginning of each financial year so you can renew your licence.
Can it be transferred?
Yes. You just need to apply on the relevant form and submit with the relevant fees. Please download them from Council’s Food Safety web page on our website http://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/web/guest/flammable-and-combustible-licences . Alternatively you can contact environmental Health Services on 4776 4607 or email hschealth@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au
What if my Licence is Lost or Stolen?
You can replace your licence. You just need to advise Council in writing of the circumstances and pay the relevant fee.
How do I Cancel my Licence?
If you need to cease operating before your license expires you must return it to Council along with the application to cancel your licence. This form can be downloaded from Council’s website on our Hairdressing, Tattoo & Piercing Licences web page: http://www.hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au/web/guest/hairdressing-licences  .
How do I construct a new Service Station?
You need to do up plans and submit them to Council for approval with the relevant form and the relevant fee. Please contact environmental Health Services on 4776 4607 or email hschealth@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au for this information.
Need More Information?

To log a request or for further information about this topic please contact Environmental Health Services on 4776 4607 or email hschealth@hinchinbrook.qld.gov.au .

Flammable / Combustible Liquids Licence Transfer Flammable / Combustible Liquids Licence Transfer

Additional Information

Portable packages for flammable and combustible liquids.  A person must not dispense flammable or combustible liquid into a portable package unless it is:

  • a substantial leak-proof metal container with a tight fitting closure; or
  • container complying with Australian Standard 2906 "Fuel Container – Portable - Plastics and Metal" or;
  • an approved container

Storage of flammable and combustible liquids on premises

An occupier of premises must not store flammable or combustible liquid on the premises, or permit flammable or combustible liquid to be stored on the premises, except under a licence.
 

Alteration to premises or business

A licencee must give written notice to the local government before:

  • a material alteration or addition to licenced premises is made; or
  • a material change in the nature of the business, trade or industry carried on at the premises is made.