SEC. 62.917. FIRE FIGHTING SUPPLIES.

   Beekeepers shall keep and maintain the following fire-fighting equipment, in good working condition, located at the apiary or in any motor vehicle used for apiary maintenance, so as to be immediately available in case of fire:

   (a)   A shovel;

   (b)   A fire extinguisher or backpack type firefighting pump; or

   (c)   An operable water supply such as a charged garden hose with a nozzle that is extended to the apiary site.

SEC. 62.918. BEE SMOKERS.

   Beekeepers shall maintain apiaries free from fire hazards due to use of bee smokers by complying with the following regulations:

   (a)   The bee smoker shall be plugged with a noncombustible or fire resistive plug such as metal or hardwood, while being transported to or from an apiary so as to prevent sparks or embers from escaping.

   (b)   During hand-carry transport of a bee smoker containing burning or smoldering substances to or from an apiary, the smoker shall be carried in a noncombustible secondary container with the lid securely fastened in the closed position to prevent the smoker from spilling its contents when tipped over.

   (c)   During motorized vehicle transport of a bee smoker containing burning or smoldering substances to or from an apiary, the smoker shall be placed in a noncombustible secondary container with the lid securely fastened in the closed position.

   (d)   All burning or smoldering substances within a bee smoker shall be completely extinguished with water and cold to touch after use.

SEC. 62.919. REQUESTED INSPECTION.

   Beekeepers and/or the owner(s) and/or occupant(s) of an apiary location or premises may voluntarily request an inspection of the apiary to ensure the apiary is maintained in accordance with the terms set forth in this chapter.