There are several factors that may affect the lifespan of your domestic heating oil storage system. They include, but are not limited to, the tank’s type, age, location, outlet type, support base, line protection, and maintenance. This following questionnaire will help you, the homeowner, to identify any potential problems with your oil storage system and determine your comfort level with the risks associated with them. Note that this assessment of potential risks does not guarantee that an incident will not occur in the future. It is merely a self-evaluation guide to assist you in your decision-making process. Items indicated with an asterisk (*) apply to unprotected steel tanks only.
This checklist is provided by the Government of Nova Scotia.