☣️ UN 0183 • CLASS 1
UN 0183 — Rockets, with expelling charge
Placard: Explosive 1.3C. ERG Guide 112. 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 0183 Quick Details
UN 0183
Product name: Rockets, with expelling charge
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.3C
ERG Guide: 112 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area immediately for at least 500 meters in all directions; if fire involved, evacuate 1600 meters in all directions; fight fire from maximum distance or unmanned hose holders
Common Hazards of UN 0183
- Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion.
- Intense heat and possible fragment projection.
- May deflagrate and initiate other materials.
- Smoke and toxic combustion products.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Signal rocketsIlluminating rocketsLine-throwing rocketsPyrotechnic rockets with expelling charge |
| Appearance | Cylindrical devices containing pyrotechnic composition and propellant with an expelling charge mechanism. Typically solid assemblies in various sizes, may contain colored flares or illuminants. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (explosive article) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (explosive article) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid article) |
| Water Reactivity | May contain water-reactive pyrotechnic compositions; avoid water contact unless specified safe by manufacturer |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0183
Extinguishing Media
Do not use water or foam; use dry chemical, sand, or dry earth from safe distance if fire involves surrounding materials only
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum with full structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; maintain safe distance due to potential fragment projection and intense heat
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area immediately for at least 500 meters in all directions; if fire involved, evacuate 1600 meters in all directions; fight fire from maximum distance or unmanned hose holders
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 112).
First Actions for a UN 0183 Incident
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
- Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard.
- Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
- Control ignition sources; deny entry.
- Consult current ERG Guide 112 and follow SOP/SOG.
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UN 0183 — Rockets, with expelling chargeHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0183
Product: Rockets, with expelling charge
Class 1 / Explosive 1.3C / ERG 112
PPE: Level B minimum with full structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; maintain safe distance due to potential fragment projection and intense heat
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area immediately for at least 500 meters in all directions; if fire involved, evacuate 1600 meters in all directions; fight fire from maximum distance or unmanned hose holders
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 0183 — Rockets, with expelling charge
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.3C | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Cylindrical devices containing pyrotechnic composition and propellant with an expelling charge mechanism. Typically solid assemblies in various sizes, may contain colored flares or illuminants.
Water Reactivity: May contain water-reactive pyrotechnic compositions; avoid water contact unless specified safe by manufacturer
Extinguishing: Do not use water or foam; use dry chemical, sand, or dry earth from safe distance if fire involves surrounding materials only
PPE: Level B minimum with full structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; maintain safe distance due to potential fragment projection and intense heat
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area immediately for at least 500 meters in all directions; if fire involved, evacuate 1600 meters in all directions; fight fire from maximum distance or unmanned hose holders
— Key Hazards —
• Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion.
• Intense heat and possible fragment projection.
• May deflagrate and initiate other materials.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper.
• Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard.
• Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
• Control ignition sources; deny entry.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0183 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0183 Rockets, with expelling charge Cls1 ERG112 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0183SMS / 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/0183
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Discovery block for training / quick reference. Always consult the current ERG + your SOP/SOG for operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 0183
Fire and burning hazard — not mass explosion. Intense heat and possible fragment projection. May deflagrate and initiate other materials. Smoke and toxic combustion products.
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. Isolate area; stage upwind — fire and fragment hazard. Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
Level B minimum with full structural firefighting gear; SCBA required; maintain safe distance due to potential fragment projection and intense heat
Water reactivity: May contain water-reactive pyrotechnic compositions; avoid water contact unless specified safe by manufacturer. Recommended extinguishing: Do not use water or foam; use dry chemical, sand, or dry earth from safe distance if fire involves surrounding materials only.
ERG Guide 112 recommendation: ERG 112: isolate spill/leak area immediately for at least 500 meters in all directions; if fire involved, evacuate 1600 meters in all directions; fight fire from maximum distance or unmanned hose holders
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.