☣️ UN 0316 • CLASS 1
UN 0316 — Fuzes, igniting
Placard: Explosive 1.3G. 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 0316 Quick Details
UN 0316
Product name: Fuzes, igniting
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.3G
ERG Guide: 112 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quantities, evacuate 1600m downwind
Common Hazards of UN 0316
- 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 | Igniting fuzesIgniter fuzesPyrotechnic fuzesTime fuzesDelay fuzes |
| Appearance | Cylindrical or tubular devices containing pyrotechnic compositions, typically metal or plastic casings with ignition elements. May appear as small tubes, wires, or assemblies with various colors depending on manufacturer. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (pyrotechnic device) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (pyrotechnic device) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid device) |
| Water Reactivity | Some compositions may react with water; do not use water on ignited devices |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0316
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, sand, or dry earth; avoid water on burning devices
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum with fragment protection; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; maintain safe distance from unignited devices
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quantities, evacuate 1600m downwind
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 112).
First Actions for a UN 0316 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 0316 — Fuzes, ignitingHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0316
Product: Fuzes, igniting
Class 1 / Explosive 1.3G / ERG 112
PPE: Level B minimum with fragment protection; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; maintain safe distance from unignited devices
ISOLATION: ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quantities, evacuate 1600m 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 0316 — Fuzes, igniting
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.3G | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Cylindrical or tubular devices containing pyrotechnic compositions, typically metal or plastic casings with ignition elements. May appear as small tubes, wires, or assemblies with various colors depending on manufacturer.
Water Reactivity: Some compositions may react with water; do not use water on ignited devices
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand, or dry earth; avoid water on burning devices
PPE: Level B minimum with fragment protection; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; maintain safe distance from unignited devices
Isolation: ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quantities, evacuate 1600m downwind
— 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/0316 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0316 Fuzes, igniting Cls1 ERG112 | ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quan | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0316SMS / 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/0316
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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 0316
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 fragment protection; full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; maintain safe distance from unignited devices
Water reactivity: Some compositions may react with water; do not use water on ignited devices. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, sand, or dry earth; avoid water on burning devices.
ERG Guide 112 recommendation: ERG 112: Initial isolation 500m in all directions; for fire involving large quantities, evacuate 1600m downwind
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.