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Consumer
Tips for Proper Gasoline Handling |
Use Proper Containers
Use only containers approved by a nationally recognized testing lab, such as Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
Keep the container tightly sealed.
Containers should be fitted with a spout to allow pouring without spilling and to minimize the generation of vapors.
Keep gas containers out of direct sunlight.
Always open and use gasoline containers in a well-ventilated area away from children and animals.
Store Carefully
Store no more than ten gallons.
Be certain to keep a closed cap on your gasoline container.
Store the gasoline in a cool, dry place.
Store at ground level, not on a shelf to minimize the danger of falling and spilling.
Do not store gasoline in a car trunk. There is a threat of explosion from heat and impact.
Do not store gasoline in your basement.
Gasoline moves quickly through soil and into groundwater, therefore, store and use gasoline and fuel equipment as far away from your drinking water well as possible.
Fill Cautiously
Always use a funnel and/or spout to prevent spilling or splashing when fueling power mowers, boats, and all other recreational equipment.
Always fuel outside where there is adequate ventilation to disperse the vapors.
Fuel equipment on a hard surface such as concrete or asphalt, rather than on soil or water.
Portable tanks from motor boats should be removed from the vessel and filled in a secure location onshore. A secondary containment device under the tank ensures even better protection.
Owners of larger boats should install no-spill tank vents.
Refuel snowmobiles and other gasoline-powered engines onshore and not out on frozen lakes and ponds.
Avoid Spills
If a spill occurs use kitty litter, saw dust or an absorbent towel to soak up the spill, then dispose of it properly.
Avoid spilling gasoline on the ground, especially near wells.
Avoid using small motor boats with two-stroke engines in lakes and reservoirs.
Dispose Properly
Do not dispose of gasoline down the drain, into surface water, onto the ground, or in the trash.
Use your town's household hazardous waste collection for safe and convenient disposal of excess or old gasoline. Transport your old gas in an approved gasoline container.
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