Hong Kong Regulations

FACTORIES AND INDUSTRIAL UNDERTAKINGS (SPRAYING OF FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS) REGULATIONS - REGULATION 9

Provision of fire extinguishing appliances

(1) Every spraying room and spraying area, including in the case of a
spraying area any booth or cabinet within such area, shall be provided with
portable fire extinguishing appliances of the type and quantity specified in
the Schedule.

(2) All fire extinguishing appliances required by paragraph (1) shall be-

   (a)  so placed or fitted having regard to the size and situation of the
        spraying room, spraying area or of any booth or cabinet within such
        area as to be readily available for use; and

   (b)  regularly checked, inspected and maintained so as to ensure the proper
        functioning of the appliance in the event of fire.