5007.9.3 Portable fire extinguishers.
FC § 5007.9.3
Cargo tanks shall be equipped with a portable fire extinguisher complying with the requirements of FC 906 and having a minimum rating of 2-A:20-B:C. During unloading of the cargo tank, the portable fire extinguisher shall be outside of the motor vehicle and shall be readily available, but at a distance of at least 15 feet (4572 mm) from the unloading valves.













