☣️ 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 asIgniting fuzesIgniter fuzesPyrotechnic fuzesTime fuzesDelay fuzes
AppearanceCylindrical 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 PointNot applicable (pyrotechnic device)
Boiling PointNot applicable (pyrotechnic device)
Vapor DensityNot applicable (solid device)
Water ReactivitySome 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, igniting
HAZMAT 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.

SMS WhatsApp
=== 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.

SMS (short)
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.