Ammonium Nitrate Storage

Along with the Agricultural Industries Confederation (AIC), Bunn can advise you on the safe storage and handling of fertiliser. The HSE publication "Storing and Handling Ammonium Nitrate" provides important information as well. In general, farmers should take note of the following with regard to on-farm security:

Do:

• Record fertiliser deliveries and usage
• Wherever possible, store fertiliser inside a locked building or compound, particularly those containing Ammonium Nitrate (AN) based fertilisers
• Fully sheet fertiliser when stored outside and inspect regularly for evidence of tampering
• Carry out regular stock checks
• Immediately report any stock discrepancy or loss to the police
• Record any manufacturer code numbers from the bags
• Report any unusual purchase requests to the police

Don’t:

• Store fertiliser where there is public access
• Leave fertiliser in the field overnight
• Store fertiliser near to, or visible from, the public highway
• Sell fertiliser unless the purchaser is personally known by you to be a bona-fide farmer / user and is aware of the need to follow this guidance.