Tanker Module Page 4

Tank Vehicle Markings UK
Emergency Action Code
Fire Code

1. Coarse water spray
2. Fine water spray
3. Foam
4. Dry agent

• v–May react violently.
• CPC–Fire crew needs full chemical protective clothing.
• BA–Fire crew needs breathing apparatus.
• Dilute–May be dispersed if no environmental impact likely.
• Contain–Must be prevented from reaching drains, sewers etc.

An ‘E’on the end of the code suggests a possible public safety hazard.

• P v CPC Dilute
• R CPC Dilute
• S v BA Dilute
• T BA Dilute
• W v CPC Contain
• X CPC Contain
• Y v BA Contain
• Z BA Contain

Example below ‘2W’ would mean:-

1. Use a fine water spray.
2. In full chemical protective clothing
3. Prevent it from reaching drains, sewers etc.