Practice question
Must an EX/II or EX/III vehicle carrying Class 1 explosives carry portable fire extinguishers, and if so, what size?
- No, fire extinguishers are prohibited because water causes explosions
- Yes, at least two portable fire extinguishers (e.g. 2 kg cab unit plus 6 kg dry powder unit depending on vehicle mass)
- Only a 500 ml plastic water spray bottle is required
- Extinguishers are required only when driving through subsea tunnels
Answer: B — Yes, at least two portable fire extinguishers (e.g. 2 kg cab unit plus 6 kg dry powder unit depending on vehicle mass)
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