Petroleum Licencing
Offaly Fire Service receives applications regarding petroleum licencing for petrol stations and petroleum stores throughout the county. It is mandatory under legislation that a premise storing and dispensing petroleum have a Dangerous Substance License. Details on the legislation in this area and application forms for making a submission are detailed on the links below.
Petroleum, for legislation/regulation purposes, is defined as being one of three Classes.
- Class I Petrol Leaded & Unleaded
- Class II Kerosene/paraffin
- Class III Diesel/DERV/Central Heating Oil
The primary legislation in this area is the Dangerous Substances Act 1972 (DSA 1972) and various regulations detailed in the subsequent Statutory Instruments as detailed as follows.
- Dangerous Substances Act, 1972 (Commencement) Order, 1979 – S.I. No. 297
- Dangerous Substances (Licensing Fees) Regulations, 1979 – S.I. No. 301
- Dangerous Substances (Retail and Private Petroleum Stores) Regulations, 1979 – S.I. No. 311
- Dangerous Substances (Petroleum Bulk Stores) Regulations, 1979 – S.I. No. 313
The Following links will allow you to download the appropriate application form and Guidance Document for:
- Dangerous Substances (Retail and Private Petroleum Stores) Application Form and Fees
- Dangerous Substances (Retail and Private Petroleum Stores) Application Guidance Notes
- Dangerous Substances (Retail and Private Petroleum Stores) Frequently Asked Questions FAQ