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- From February 1, 2020, in order to sell gasoline, when refilling containers, it is required by law to verify the identity of customers, confirm the purpose of use, and create sales records.
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From February 1, 2020, in order to sell gasoline, when refilling containers, it is required by law to verify the identity of customers, confirm the purpose of use, and create sales records.
In July 2019, an animation production company in Kyoto City caused a fire that caused many people to be damaged by arson using gasoline. In response to this fire, the Fire Service Law was revised to prevent similar incidents and ensure proper use of gasoline.
Last Updated January 29, 2020
For those who purchase gasoline in containers (carry cans)
When purchasing gasoline in a container at a gas station, the gas station operator confirms that the purchaser is the person himself / herself and the purpose of use, and records sales. ※Create an object.
- Containers (carry cans, etc.) that conform to the Fire Service Law must be used.
- It is forbidden for buyers to refill gasoline in containers.
※Sales record: Recording the date of sale, the name and address of the purchaser, the purpose of use, the amount of sales, etc.
[Customers] Leaflet for gasoline purchase (PDF: 2,070KB)
To gas station offices
From February 1, 2020, when refilling gasoline into containers such as carrying cans and selling, it is required by law to confirm the identity of the purchaser, confirm the purpose of use, and create a sales record.
- When refilling and selling gasoline, make sure that the container conforms to the standards of the Fire Service Law.
- At self-stands, buyers are not allowed to refill gasoline in containers.
[For Business Operators] Leaflet for gasoline purchase (PDF: 1,389KB)
Precautions for Handling Gasoline
- Gasoline is extremely flammable and very dangerous. Very volatile, steam is heavier than air, so it is easy to stay, and attention must be paid to the use of fire and static electricity around it.
- Keeping gasoline in a container increases the risk of fire, so be careful as much as possible. If you store it, keep it in a place where there is no use of fire and there is little change in temperature due to sunlight.
- When handling gasoline in a carry can, make sure that there is no fire around. Also, adjust the pressure inside the can, such as by loosening the adjustment screw before handling.
Link to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
https://www.fdma.go.jp/mission/prevention/gasoline/ (external site)
Fire and Disaster Management Agency website of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (About identity verification in gasoline container refill sales)
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