8 Tank Entry Permit
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8 Tank Entry Permit

  8.1 The relevant sections of the Tank Entry Permit (see appendix) should be filled in upon completion of preparations for tank entry. Entry permits may be made for multiple tank entries, however tanks which are not immediately entered should be re-tested and a new permit issued. At no time should a permit be granted for entry into more than six tanks.

  8.2 The validity of an entry permit should not exceed 8 hours.


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