Section 301.19. Fire extinguisher.

 

(1)  Each HSV shall be equipped with a fire extinguisher mounted in full view in the driver's compartment or mounted inside a compartment in the driver's area if the compartment is in plain view and is labeled "Fire Extinguisher" in red letters to indicate its location. An automobile or station wagon may have the fire extinguisher mounted in the luggage area provided there is an indication on the dash that the fire extinguisher is so located.

(2)  Fire extinguishers may be locked or kept in a locked compartment provided it is not locked when passengers are being transported. This subsection may not apply to the cargo area of an automobile.

(3)  The fire extinguisher shall be at least a 10 BC rating.

(4)  All extinguishers shall be kept fully charged and sealed.

(5)  All extinguishers shall be in a bracket or receptacle to secure it to the vehicle.

(6)  CO2 extinguishers are prohibited from use in an HSV.

Cr. Register, March, 1982, No. 315 , eff. 4-1-82; am. (1), (2) and (6), Register, April, 1997, No. 496 , eff. 5-1-97.