Fuel cans-how much.

[leafcut]

Having "again" had the pump turned off at the local Sainsburys forecourt-staff checking to see how many containers I was filling. I think its about time this matter was made clear to all and sundry. I was informed that I was only allowed to fill two containers each with a maximum of 5 litres. However; new legislation states that a maximum of thirty litres may be drawn at any one time using the appropriate containers-unless I have mis-interpreted this !. We use Husky & Stihl combi containers, often we need more than 10 litres of fuel as we may be miles away from a garage and we all know how much fuel large saws go through when your processing tons of trees, bucking etc. Can anyone clarify the situation ? pinpoint the specific latest regulations regarding this. Further, the use is for treework/Arboriculture and is required as "business use" not private. I would prefer not to jump through the hoops and have a storage/transportation licence etc..this could prove interesting..thanks...Nick.

[Richard 1234]

I thought you were allowed 2 20lt metal jerry cans.

[eggsarascal]

I thought you were allowed 2 20lt metal jerry cans.

 

You're allowed what the petrol station owner wants to sell you. Nothing more.

[humpo48]

Don't go to a supermarket for petrol that's the lesson there. Had the some problem with Morrisons. Learnt the hard way not to use cheap supermarket petrol it will damage your carb. Pay the extra and buy higher octane quality petrol from somewhere else like esso.

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You're allowed what the petrol station owner wants to sell you. Nothing more.

 

You are right, as a condition on their licence they are not limited to 10 litres only at each individual purchase. But I need to know which legislation, that is written in clear English as to the maximum amount of petrol one may purchase ?

[arbaholic]

If its just combi cans your filling maybe thats drawing attention. Id be tempted to buy a 20l jerry can and fill that along with a combi can and top the combi can up as you need it during the day. At a quick look they can see what your upto and maybe leave you alone.

[kevinjohnsonmbe]

What is a jerry can? A guide on how to legally store petrol - BBC Newsbeat

[mendiplogs]

Having "again" had the pump turned off at the local Sainsburys forecourt-staff checking to see how many containers I was filling. I think its about time this matter was made clear to all and sundry. I was informed that I was only allowed to fill two containers each with a maximum of 5 litres. However; new legislation states that a maximum of thirty litres may be drawn at any one time using the appropriate containers-unless I have mis-interpreted this !. We use Husky & Stihl combi containers, often we need more than 10 litres of fuel as we may be miles away from a garage and we all know how much fuel large saws go through when your processing tons of trees, bucking etc. Can anyone clarify the situation ? pinpoint the specific latest regulations regarding this. Further, the use is for treework/Arboriculture and is required as "business use" not private. I would prefer not to jump through the hoops and have a storage/transportation licence etc..this could prove interesting..thanks...Nick.

Hi LEAF GO TO Asda where there is no staff you can have some much as you like then no one checks thanks John

[arbaholic]

Also however relevant this is sainsburys are the fussiest place for checking cans, maybe try a differnt garage if you have one close enough

[Woodworks]

What is a jerry can? A guide on how to legally store petrol - BBC Newsbeat

 

Never knew that.

 

Local Texaco happily lets me fill up a 20 litre container.