☣️ UN 0101 • CLASS 1
Fuse, non-detonating
Placard: Explosive 1.3G. 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 0101
Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.3G
ERG: Guide 112 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1640 ft) all directions; evacuate 1600m (1 mile) downwind if fire involves large quantities
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Safety fuseIgniter cordTime fuseBlasting fusePyrotechnic fuse |
| Appearance | Manufactured article consisting of pyrotechnic composition in textile or plastic tubing, typically black or green colored. Burns at controlled rate to transmit fire to connected explosive charges. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (manufactured explosive article) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (manufactured explosive article) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid manufactured article) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction under normal conditions; avoid prolonged water exposure that may damage casing |
| Extinguishing | Water spray from distance, dry chemical, CO2; do not fight fire if explosives involved |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required; full protective clothing; maintain maximum distance during fire |
| Isolation | ERG 112: isolate 500m (1640 ft) all directions; evacuate 1600m (1 mile) downwind if fire involves large quantities |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Fire and deflagration hazard
- Burning rate unpredictable if damaged
- May initiate connected explosives
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response number on shipping paper.
- Isolate area; deny entry
- Stage upwind; control ignition sources
- Request Hazmat + law enforcement
- Consult current ERG Guide 112 and SOP/SOG
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UN 0101 — Fuse, non-detonating HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0101
Product: Fuse, non-detonating
Class 1 / Explosive 1.3G / ERG 112
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; full protective clothing; maintain maximum distance during fire
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1640 ft) all directions; evacuate 1600m (1 mile) downwind if fire involves large quantities
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 0101 — Fuse, non-detonating
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.3G | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Manufactured article consisting of pyrotechnic composition in textile or plastic tubing, typically black or green colored. Burns at controlled rate to transmit fire to connected explosive charges.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction under normal conditions; avoid prolonged water exposure that may damage casing
Extinguishing: Water spray from distance, dry chemical, CO2; do not fight fire if explosives involved
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; full protective clothing; maintain maximum distance during fire
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1640 ft) all directions; evacuate 1600m (1 mile) downwind if fire involves large quantities
— Key Hazards —
• Fire and deflagration hazard
• Burning rate unpredictable if damaged
• May initiate connected explosives
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response number on shipping paper.
• Isolate area; deny entry
• Stage upwind; control ignition sources
• Request Hazmat + law enforcement
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0101 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0101 Fuse, non-detonating Cls1 ERG112 | ERG 112: isolate 500m (1640 ft) all directions; evacuate 1600m (1 mile) downwind | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0101SMS / 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/0101
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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
Fire and deflagration hazard Burning rate unpredictable if damaged May initiate connected explosives
CALL 911. Then call emergency response number on shipping paper. Isolate area; deny entry Stage upwind; control ignition sources
Level B minimum; SCBA required; full protective clothing; maintain maximum distance during fire
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 112 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.