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Singapore legislation

Regulation 39

of Fire Safety (Petroleum and Flammable Materials) Regulations

Regulation 39

Precautions against fire, explosion or leakage

The holder of a licence to transport any petroleum or flammable material as a carrier, supplier or dealer, and the holder of a permit to drive a vehicle transporting any petroleum or flammable material, shall ensure that —

(a)

adequate precautionary measures are taken to prevent the petroleum or flammable material from spilling, dropping or being accidentally discharged during transport;

(b)

all precautions necessary for preventing a fire or an explosion are being observed; and

(c)

suitable and efficient fire extinguishers are carried in an easily accessible position on every vehicle transporting the petroleum or flammable material.