Upon detection of a release of used oil to the environment, stop the release, contain the released used oil, clean up and properly manage the released used oil, and repair any leaking used oil storage containers. Use a licensed used oil transporter for used oil shipments in excess of 55 gallons leaving the collection center. Ship used oil only to a facility which is approved to accept used oil. Regardless of the quantity, limit storage of collected oil to 12 months or less before it is shipped off site for recycling. Equipment Licensed used oil disposal companies that serve Missouri will retrieve oil from 55-gallon drums or larger collection tanks.
Some companies provide large tanks for a one-time or yearly rental fee.
Sample oil collection tank design. Typical used oil tank dimensions. Concrete containment area. Fill box detail. Scanning incoming used oil with a halogen detector can prevent unwanted contamination of the used oil collection tank.