Haw. Code R. § 19-37-9 - Fire extinguishers

These requirements apply to all operation, maintenance and use of aircraft refueler units:

(1) Each aircraft fuel servicing tank vehicle shall have two listed extinguishers, each having a rating of at least 20B mounted one on each side of the vehicle.

(2) Each aircraft servicing hydrant vehicle shall have one extinguisher having a rating of at least 20B mounted.

(3) Extinguishers must be readily accessible from the ground. The area paneling or tank shell adjacent to or immediately behind the extinguisher(s) on fueling vehicles shall be painted with a contrasting color;

(4) Only dry chemical and halon extinguishing agents are permissible for use on fuel spills.

(5) Service Stations shall have at least one fire extinguisher with a minimum 20-B:C classification and it shall be so located that no pump or dispenser is more than 75 feet from one such extinguisher;

(6) When the open-hose discharge capacity of the aircraft fueling system is not more than 200 gallons per minute, at least two extinguishers having a minimum 20-B:C classification shall be provided.

(7) When the open-hose discharge capacity of the aircraft fueling system is more than 200 gallons per minute but not over 350 gallons per minute, at least one wheeled extinguisher having a minimum 80-B:C classification and having a minimum capacity of 125 pounds of agent shall be provided.

(8) When the open-hose discharge capacity of the aircraft fueling system is more than 350 gallons per minute, at least two wheeled extinguishers having a minimum 80-B:C classification each and having a minimum capacity of 125 pounds of agent each shall be provided.

(9) Report use. Use of any extinguisher equipment under any circumstances shall be reported to the Fire Chief immediately after use.

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Haw. Code R. § 19-37-9

[Eff FEB 26 1993] (Auth: HRS § 261-12) (Imp: HRS § 261-12)