☣️ UN 0314 • CLASS 1
UN 0314 — Igniters
Placard: Explosive 1.1G. 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 0314 Quick Details
UN 0314
Product name: Igniters
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.1G
ERG Guide: 112 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all directions if fire or major spill
Common Hazards of UN 0314
- Mass explosion hazard — entire load may detonate simultaneously.
- Severe blast overpressure and fragmentation.
- Sensitive to heat, shock, and friction.
- Secondary fire and debris hazard.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Electric ignitersPyrotechnic ignitersIgniter assembliesInitiator devicesSquibs |
| Appearance | Small pyrotechnic devices typically consisting of metal or plastic housings containing explosive or propellant compositions. May contain electrical leads or mechanical components. Varies in size and configuration. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (explosive device) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (explosive device) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (explosive device) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction with water, but water does not eliminate explosion hazard |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0314
Extinguishing Media
Do not use water or foam; dry sand or inert material for small fires; evacuate and let burn for large fires
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Full structural firefighting protective clothing provides limited protection; withdraw immediately if fire involves explosive devices; SCBA mandatory
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all directions if fire or major spill
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 112).
First Actions for a UN 0314 Incident
- 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 0314 — IgnitersHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0314
Product: Igniters
Class 1 / Explosive 1.1G / ERG 112
PPE: Full structural firefighting protective clothing provides limited protection; withdraw immediately if fire involves explosive devices; SCBA mandatory
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all directions if fire or major spill
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 0314 — Igniters
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.1G | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Small pyrotechnic devices typically consisting of metal or plastic housings containing explosive or propellant compositions. May contain electrical leads or mechanical components. Varies in size and configuration.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water, but water does not eliminate explosion hazard
Extinguishing: Do not use water or foam; dry sand or inert material for small fires; evacuate and let burn for large fires
PPE: Full structural firefighting protective clothing provides limited protection; withdraw immediately if fire involves explosive devices; SCBA mandatory
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all directions if fire or major spill
— 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/0314 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0314 Igniters Cls1 ERG112 | ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all dire | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0314SMS / 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/0314
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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 0314
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.
Full structural firefighting protective clothing provides limited protection; withdraw immediately if fire involves explosive devices; SCBA mandatory
Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water, but water does not eliminate explosion hazard. Recommended extinguishing: Do not use water or foam; dry sand or inert material for small fires; evacuate and let burn for large fires.
ERG Guide 112 recommendation: ERG 112: isolate 500m (1600 ft) all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) all directions if fire or major spill
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.