☣️ UN 0180 • CLASS 1
Rockets, with bursting charge
Placard: Explosive 1.1F. 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 0180
Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.1F
ERG: Guide 112 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 1600m (1 mile) in all directions; if fire or explosion involved, evacuate 3200m (2 miles) radius; mass detonation hazard
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Explosive rocketsBursting charge rocketsMilitary rockets with HE warheadPyrotechnic rockets with bursting charge |
| Appearance | Cylindrical explosive devices containing propellant and a high-explosive bursting charge. Typically metal-cased with stabilizing fins. Color varies by military specification. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (explosive ordnance) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (explosive ordnance) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid munition) |
| Water Reactivity | Generally stable in water but some explosive components may be water-sensitive; do not use water on rocket motors |
| Extinguishing | DO NOT fight fire — evacuate immediately; if unavoidable, dry chemical or CO2 on small fires only, no direct water streams |
| PPE | ⚠️ Maximum standoff distance; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA is inadequate — withdraw immediately and evacuate area |
| Isolation | ERG 112: isolate 1600m (1 mile) in all directions; if fire or explosion involved, evacuate 3200m (2 miles) radius; mass detonation hazard |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Mass explosion hazard — entire load may detonate simultaneously.
- Severe blast overpressure and fragmentation.
- Sensitive to heat, shock, and friction.
- Secondary fire and debris hazard.
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
- Establish large isolation zone — minimum 500 meters in all directions.
- Stage upwind, uphill; limit personnel to essential responders only.
- Request Hazmat + law enforcement + additional resources immediately.
- Do not fight fire — evacuate and isolate; let burn if no life safety risk.
- Protect exposures only if safe and directed by command.
- Consult current ERG Guide 112 and follow SOP/SOG.
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UN 0180 — Rockets, with bursting charge HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0180
Product: Rockets, with bursting charge
Class 1 / Explosive 1.1F / ERG 112
PPE: Maximum standoff distance; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA is inadequate — withdraw immediately and evacuate area
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate 1600m (1 mile) in all directions; if fire or explosion involved, evacuate 3200m (2 miles) radius; mass detonation hazard
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 0180 — Rockets, with bursting charge
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.1F | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Cylindrical explosive devices containing propellant and a high-explosive bursting charge. Typically metal-cased with stabilizing fins. Color varies by military specification.
Water Reactivity: Generally stable in water but some explosive components may be water-sensitive; do not use water on rocket motors
Extinguishing: DO NOT fight fire — evacuate immediately; if unavoidable, dry chemical or CO2 on small fires only, no direct water streams
PPE: Maximum standoff distance; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA is inadequate — withdraw immediately and evacuate area
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 1600m (1 mile) in all directions; if fire or explosion involved, evacuate 3200m (2 miles) radius; mass detonation hazard
— Key Hazards —
• Mass explosion hazard — entire load may detonate simultaneously.
• Severe blast overpressure and fragmentation.
• Sensitive to heat, shock, and friction.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
• Establish large isolation zone — minimum 500 meters in all directions.
• Stage upwind, uphill; limit personnel to essential responders only.
• Request Hazmat + law enforcement + additional resources immediately.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0180 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0180 Rockets, with bursting charge Cls1 ERG112 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0180SMS / 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/0180
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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
Mass explosion hazard — entire load may detonate simultaneously. Severe blast overpressure and fragmentation. Sensitive to heat, shock, and friction. Secondary fire and debris hazard.
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. Establish large isolation zone — minimum 500 meters in all directions. Stage upwind, uphill; limit personnel to essential responders only.
Maximum standoff distance; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA is inadequate — withdraw immediately and evacuate area
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.