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 —
adequate precautionary measures are taken to prevent the petroleum or flammable material from spilling, dropping or being accidentally discharged during transport;
all precautions necessary for preventing a fire or an explosion are being observed; and
suitable and efficient fire extinguishers are carried in an easily accessible position on every vehicle transporting the petroleum or flammable material.