OAR 437-007-0410: Fire Extinguishers

(1) Portable fire extinguisher use, training and maintenance must be in accordance with OAR chapter 437, division 2, subdivision L, Fire Protection. (2) Fire extinguishers or protection systems must be of a type approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) (see OAR 437, division 2/A, §1910.7, for definition of NRTL). (3) There must be an approved fire extinguisher with a minimum rating of 1A:10BC (or equivalent) on each vehicle and machine, or the area where the vehicles and machines are operated. (4) After July 1, 2007, fire extinguishers provided on each vehicle and machine must be 2A:10BC or provide equivalent protection. (5) Fire extinguishers must be fully charged and maintained in operable condition. (6) Portable extinguishers must be visually inspected monthly. (7) Portable extinguishers must have an annual maintenance check. NOTE: Stored pressure extinguishers do not require an internal examination. (8) The annual maintenance check date must be recorded and this record must be retained for one year. (9) Each motor vehicle used for transporting explosive materials must be equipped with fire extinguishers as follows: (a) Vehicle less than 14,000 pounds must have at least two extinguishers having a combined capacity of 4A:20BC. (b) Vehicle 14,000 pounds or greater and tractor/semi-trailer units must have at least two extinguishers having a combined capacity of 4A:70BC.