☣️ UN 0012 • CLASS 1
Cartridges for weapons, inert projectile
Placard: Explosive 1.4S. Training/quick-reference only — use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions.
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⚠️ This page is a quick-reference aid. For real incidents: stage upwind, isolate, deny entry, request Hazmat early, and consult the current ERG + SOP/SOG.
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UN 0012
Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.4S
ERG: Guide 114 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 114: Initial isolation 100m in all directions. If fire or cargo on fire, isolate 500m and consider evacuation for 800m downwind.
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Inert projectile cartridgesBlank ammunitionTraining cartridgesPractice ammunition |
| Appearance | Metallic cartridges containing propellant powder but no explosive projectile. Typically brass or steel casing with primer. Odorless when intact. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (solid explosive/propellant) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (solid explosive/propellant) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water |
| Extinguishing | Water spray, fog, or foam acceptable. CO2 and dry chemical also effective. |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level D minimum for handling intact cartridges. Level B with SCBA if fire or heating involved. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection. |
| Isolation | ERG 114: Initial isolation 100m in all directions. If fire or cargo on fire, isolate 500m and consider evacuation for 800m downwind. |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Deflagration hazard if heated
- Projectile hazard
- May initiate secondary fire
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Notify law enforcement.
- Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away
- Stage upwind; no smoking or ignition sources
- Request Hazmat + law enforcement early
- Consult current ERG Guide 114 and SOP/SOG
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UN 0012 — Cartridges for weapons, inert projectile HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0012
Product: Cartridges for weapons, inert projectile
Class 1 / Explosive 1.4S / ERG 114
PPE: Level D minimum for handling intact cartridges. Level B with SCBA if fire or heating involved. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection.
ISOLATION: ERG 114: Initial isolation 100m in all directions. If fire or cargo on fire, isolate 500m and consider evacuation for 800m downwind.
ACTION: Stage upwind · Isolate · Deny entry · Request HazmatRADIO
Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.
=== IC HAZMAT BRIEFING ===
UN 0012 — Cartridges for weapons, inert projectile
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.4S | ERG Guide: 114
Appearance: Metallic cartridges containing propellant powder but no explosive projectile. Typically brass or steel casing with primer. Odorless when intact.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water
Extinguishing: Water spray, fog, or foam acceptable. CO2 and dry chemical also effective.
PPE: Level D minimum for handling intact cartridges. Level B with SCBA if fire or heating involved. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection.
Isolation: ERG 114: Initial isolation 100m in all directions. If fire or cargo on fire, isolate 500m and consider evacuation for 800m downwind.
— Key Hazards —
• Deflagration hazard if heated
• Projectile hazard
• May initiate secondary fire
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Notify law enforcement.
• Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away
• Stage upwind; no smoking or ignition sources
• Request Hazmat + law enforcement early
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0012 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0012 Cartridges for weapons, inert projectile Cls1 ERG114 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0012SMS / 160 CHAR
Use for: Quick text to command or incoming units. Fits in a single SMS. Includes link to full page.
⚠️ Quick-reference only. Always use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions. Page: https://allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0012
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Discovery block for training / quick reference. Always consult the current ERG + your SOP/SOG for operations.
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FAQ
Deflagration hazard if heated Projectile hazard May initiate secondary fire
CALL 911. Notify law enforcement. Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away Stage upwind; no smoking or ignition sources
Level D minimum for handling intact cartridges. Level B with SCBA if fire or heating involved. Structural firefighters' protective clothing provides limited protection.
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 114 and your department SOP/SOG for incident-specific protective actions.
Sources (high level): DOT/PHMSA marking & class concepts + ERG usage principles. This page does not reproduce ERG guide text—always consult the current ERG for incident-specific protective actions.