S.L. 65.22 Art. 32Use of tanks, tank containers, etc.

(1) All tanks, tank containers, multiple element gas containers (MEGCs), demountable tanks and transportable pressure equipment used in the transport of dangerous goods are to comply with the requirements mentioned in Annex A and Annex B to the ADR.

(2) The competent authority may at any time check such tanks, tank containers, multiple element gas containers (MEGCs), demountable tanks and transportable pressure equipment to ensure conformity with the requirements laid down in Annex A and Annex B to the ADR and to ensure that the tanks or containers being used are fit and designed for the safe transport of dangerous goods.

(3) The competent authority may direct the owner of such tanks, tank containers, multiple element gas containers (MEGCs), demountable tanks and transportable pressure equipment to undergo a check at any place designated by the competent authority for that purpose.

(4) Checks are to be performed to all new tanks, tank containers, multiple element gas containers (MEGCs), demountable tanks and transportable pressure equipment as well as to existing tanks, tank containers and transportable pressure equipment used in the transport of dangerous goods.

(5) The checks which must be carried out may be varied by the competent authority from time to time to ensure the safe transport of dangerous goods.