Thread: Fuel Storage colours

Diesel is not actually classified as a dangerous good.

Local council can only have input on commercial or bulk storage. Private storage is a government issue and there are exact details as to how much a private person can store in a residential area and in what type of containers. I only looked at this a couple of months ago and there are websites for details. From memory it differs from state to state as I think it is state government controlled. From memory upper limits are 500-1000litres depending on chemical. I also know with some chemical storage you must notify your local fire authority what you have stored.
Some councils and councillors think they have the power to make decisions, restrictions and requirements in certain areas that they do not actually have the power to do so eg anything that conflicts with state or federal law. I have seen them over ruled on planning issues often as they have made basic error or had agendas that suit councillors. I have had a council inspector tell me that I can not store a 200litre drum of diesel or oil in my shed. This of course is rubbish.
I dont think insurance would be an issue unless it is specified in your policy and you have broken storage regulations.
For example if I had a Prime Mover or Truck on my property with 1000 litres of diesel in the tanks, a Defender with LR tanks and 180 litres of diesel on board, a Nissan with 185 litre tank and 3 full jerry cans am I breaking the law, I would think not. I think the laws apply to storage of such chemicals not in use, such as what is in your vehicle.