OIL SPILL FROM STARAGE TANK IN THE GARDEN

The Challenge

Iduna Ltd were called in to assess the extent of impact from an oil spill in the rear garden of a residential property. Approximately 500 litres of kerosene had been lost to ground from a crack in the heating oil tank, all 500 litres of kerosene was found to be contained in soils beneath and adjacent to the tank. The oil leak had not spread to neighbouring properties.

The Solution to clean up the Oil spill

Iduna Ltd provided 2 options for remedial works to the client. A dig & dispose option was chosen due to the requirement to return the amenity of the property as soon as possible.

The property was protected against damage from the works, using durable boards and herras fencing. Mini-plant was then mobilised to site to excavate and remove impacted soils. All impacted materials were disposed of at an appropriately licensed facility.

Re-instatement following remediation included backfilling the excavation, construction of a compliant tank plinth, and re-turfing of the area.

Duration

This work was conducted over a 5 day period.

For further information on managing an oil spill at your property please contact Iduna Ltd on 05392 44965 or 087 7169535. We offer a 24 hour rapid response service.

Our rapid response team will assist you to prevent further health and environmental damage by:

• Assessing the extent of the spill.
• Reducing the flow from the source if possible.
• Providing containment solutions to prevent further damage.
• If containment is not possible, then remove the remaining oil safely from its source if possible.
• Consider the potential for extensive damage to the environment and inform the relevant authorities.

If you need further advice on dealing with an oil spill, please contact us on 087 7169535/ 053 92 44965 where our team of advisers will guide you protect the environment.