Tank Testing: Storage tanks or other receptacles for the storage of petroleum-in bulk, other than well-head tanks, after being installed and secured in the final position or after undergoing re-installation or any major repair, shall, before being put into use, be tested. Tank test is carried out as per Rule 126 of Petroleum Rules 2002.
The competent person carrying out the tank test issues a certificate as per Rule 126; the certificate so issued shall be submitted to the licensing authority along with the application for the grant or amendment of a licence, or, in the case of any major repair, after each repair.
The Competent person also issues Safety Certificate for the facility as per Rule 130 of Petroleum Rules 2002.