Recommended procedures Used oil is brought to the collection facility. You may wish to limit the quantity accepted from each householder. Householders bringing in used oil are asked to sign in, recording the amount of used oil deposited, their name, address and signature in a log book. Householders are asked if the used oil has been mixed with any other substance. Visually inspecting and scanning the used oil with a halogen detector can minimize the potential for contamination.
Staff drains used oil through a wire mesh into the collection tank.
Each staff member handling used oil should take precautions against skin and eye contact by wearing nitrile gloves, chemical splash goggles and protective clothing. Staff locks or secures the tank to prevent dumping when the tank is not supervised. Clean up minor spills using a non-biodegradable absorbent. Check tanks periodically for leaks. Management Choosing a company Because a DIY collection program could be liable for any collected used oil that is disposed of improperly, you must ensure that the used oil is picked up by a responsible, licensed transporter and sent to a reputable recycler or disposal facility.