DOT Hazmat Class 6: Toxic & Infectious Substances
Inhalation/skin hazards and potential contamination—limit exposure and control zones.
DOT Hazard Class 6 At a Glance
DOT Hazard Class 6 covers Toxic and Infectious Substances. Inhalation/skin hazards and potential contamination—limit exposure and control zones. Common examples include Pesticides (varies), Certain industrial toxics, Biohazard shipments (rare). Use this guide for placard recognition, hazards, first actions, ERG context, and related UN numbers.
Common Hazards of Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances
- Toxic exposure by inhalation/skin contact
- Secondary contamination risk
- Delayed symptoms possible
How to Recognize Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances
- Placards indicating Toxic/Poison
- Strong warning labels and sealed packaging
- Victim symptoms without obvious cause
First Actions for Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances Incidents
Initial priorities for DOT Hazmat Class 6 (Toxic & Infectious Substances) incidents. These are general guidelines — always verify with shipping papers, consult the current ERG, and follow your SOP/SOG.
- Isolate; deny entry; stage upwind
- Request Hazmat + EMS early
- Use appropriate PPE per SOP
- Set decon plan as directed
- Consult current ERG and product data if available
Critical Don'ts for Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances
- Do not touch unknown substances without PPE
- Do not move contaminated victims into clean areas without decon control
- Do not ignore signs/symptoms
Common Products & Examples — Class 6 Toxic & Infectious Substances
These are representative examples only. Product-specific hazards vary — always confirm via shipping papers and current ERG.
Common UN Numbers in Class 6 (Toxic & Infectious Substances)
More UN numbers discoverable via the Hazmat Hub. Always consult current ERG + SOP/SOG for operations.