Posted: July 15, 2024
Follow these safety tips when it comes to handling your fuel
If you are a business owner here in Central Massachusetts or Southern New Hampshire, hopefully you have a lot to think about and do. After all, this is a sign that you are busy and that business is booming, which is pretty much a dream for any business owner! And if your business uses commercial heating oil, one of the items that needs to go on your to-do list is how to properly store and handle the fuel in a safe way.
Proper commercial heating oil storage and handling
Properly storing and handling commercial heating oil is a vital part of using the fuel. This helps keep everyone safe and keeps your heating system working efficiently and effectively. So how do you go about doing this? We’ve got some helpful tips below:
- Selecting a storage tank for your commercial heating oil is not an area where you want to cut corners. Instead, opt for a high-quality tank. This can help ensure everyone’s safety and help keep your fuel working properly. Ideally, you want a storage tank that is durable and made from strong materials that can help prevent corrosion like fiberglass or steel.
- Take preventative measures to reduce your chances of condensation. This includes making sure your tank has a sufficient amount of fuel inside at all times (this is particularly important when it’s warm outside!). When your tank is full there is less room and opportunity for condensation to form and minimal condensation means your commercial heating oil is less likely to become contaminated. However, it is also important to not overfill your tank as this can cause a spill, which can lead to environmental contamination.
- Wearing protective equipment is always recommended when it comes to handling commercial heating oil. This includes goggles and gloves.
- Your commercial heating oil storage tank should always be kept on a stable and level surface. That surface should be cleaned regularly – do not let dirt, dust or debris accumulate around your storage area. Your storage area should also be a safe distance away from any open flames or anything potentially flammable.
- Get in the habit of checking your storage tank for damage, rust and leaks on a regular basis. On top of this, your tank should also be properly maintained by a professional service.
Ways to save on your commercial heating oil
Professional maintenance on your heating oil storage tank is one way to help you save when it comes to your commercial heating oil – it will help catch small issues before they turn into large and costly problems. Fraticelli Oil & Propane can help you save on your fuel as well. Here’s how:
- We offer fair prices that are consistently among the lowest in the Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire area.
- Our customers can stabilize their payments, protect the price that they pay for fuel and save additional money through our pricing and payment programs.
- We provide the option of per-gallon discounts on fuel orders.
Come to Fraticelli Oil & Propane for commercial heating oil
Businesses in Central Massachusetts and Southern New Hampshire can count on Fraticelli for the commercial heating oil that they need. In fact, we deliver the highest quality heating oil in the area.
Fraticelli can keep your business comfortable and safe with commercial heating oil. Contact us today to learn more!
