Safe operations and good emergency preparedness in the local area

In accordance with Section 6, No. 1 of the Major Accident Regulations, a notification has been forwarded to the supervisory authorities at the Directorate for Civil Protection (DSB).

Terminals covered

This information applies to the following tank facilities:

• Kirkenes – Kaiveien 2, 9900 Kirkenes

• Båtsfjord – Teinskjæret, 9990 Båtsfjord

• Hammerfest – Bøkkerveien 10, 9601 Hammerfest

• Tromsø – Ramfjordnesvegen 231, 9021 Tromsdalen

• NJ Bunker, Tromsø – Stakkevollvegen 1, 9010 Tromsø

• Ålesund – Kaptein Linges veg 65, 6006 Ålesund

The Tank Regulations / The Major Accident Regulations

The Major Accident Regulations apply to undertakings where uncontrolled incidents of a major scale, such as fire, explosion, or emissions, may occur.

The regulations require that information regarding the undertaking's activities, safety measures, and recommended behavior in the event of accidents is communicated to the public.

Bunker Oil AS is classified as a major accident undertaking based on the quantities of diesel stored, and is therefore subject to the Major Accident Regulations. The authorities impose strict requirements on tank facilities, which are verified through periodic inspections. More information can be obtained from DSB.

Risk analyses and safety

Risk analyses have been carried out for the receipt, storage, and delivery of products. The analyses assess the probability of serious incidents and form the basis for measures to eliminate or reduce risk.

What is stored at the tank facilities

The following refined petroleum products are stored at our tank facilities:

• Autodiesel

• Marine gas oil

• Hydrogenated vegetable oil (HVO)

The storage is approved by DSB. In addition, smaller quantities of the following are stored:

• Windshield washer fluid

• AdBlue

More information about our products can be found at:
www.bunkeroil.no/no/vare-produkter/

Emergency preparedness

Our facilities have their own emergency response group and a 24-hour manned emergency telephone. We work closely with the fire department, police, and other major accident undertakings.

All tank facilities are risk-assessed and have established procedures and emergency plans based on these assessments. Drills on various accident scenarios are conducted regularly.

All documentation required in accordance with the Major Accident Regulations has been forwarded to the supervisory authorities and is updated regularly to reflect changes at the terminals.

Potential incidents and consequences

Potential hazards at tank facilities can be leakage or spillage of oil products from pipes, tanks, or in connection with loading and fueling.

Leaks in themselves do not normally pose a danger to life or health. Should a fire occur in a leaked product, it will be limited to the facility area.

Danger of explosion

Extensive safety measures have been implemented at our facilities. Modern detection equipment is installed to capture the onset of hazardous situations at an early stage.

We invest significant resources in preventing leaks and fires. The products are stored in a way that reduces the risk of explosion to a minimum. Filling from a tanker truck to the facility takes place using specialized equipment designed to eliminate the risk of leakage.

Evacuation and warning routines

Our facilities are equipped with overfill alarms. Any alarms heard outside Bunker Oil's area do not normally pose any immediate danger.

If an alarm should against all expectations be triggered, we ask you to contact us via the emergency telephone numbers below or read more at:
Emergency preparedness information for neighbors

Warning routines in the event of an accident vary depending on the nature and scale of the incident. In the event of major accidents, the police, fire department, and other relevant authorities will be notified. Any warning to the population and evacuation is directed by the police.

In case of fire and smoke towards residential areas, the following is recommended:

• Close windows and vents

• Stay indoors, unless otherwise instructed

• Listen to the radio (NRK P1)

In the event of an accident, you are requested to follow instructions and recommendations from the police and rescue services.

Emergency phones

• Kirkenes: 78 99 07 60

• Båtsfjord: 99 24 91 20

• Hammerfest: 41 63 43 22

• Tromsø – Olavsvern: 41 60 88 98

• Tromsø – NJ Bunker: 77 68 97 10

• Ålesund: 90 85 40 84

You can also contact us on the emergency phones above or send an email to:
mail@bunkeroil.no

Folder for neighbors has been sent to all neighbors by mail (PDF).