☣️ UN 0320 • CLASS 1

UN 0320 — Primers, tubular

Placard: Explosive 1.4G. ERG Guide 114. 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 0320 Quick Details

UN 0320
Product name: Primers, tubular
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.4G
ERG Guide: 114 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 800m radius

Common Hazards of UN 0320

  • Minor blast or fire hazard — limited effect.
  • Localized burning or deflagration possible.
  • Smoke and heat from burning.
  • Low mass explosion risk under normal conditions.

Chemical Identity & Physical Properties

Also known asTubular primersPercussion primersIgnition primersSmall arms primers
AppearanceSmall cylindrical metallic devices containing a small amount of impact-sensitive explosive mixture. Typically brass or copper colored, solid at room temperature.
Flash PointNot applicable (explosive device)
Boiling PointNot applicable (explosive device)
Vapor DensityNot applicable (solid device)
Water ReactivityNo significant reaction with water
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.

Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0320

Extinguishing Media

Water spray, fog, or regular foam acceptable for fire suppression

PPE Requirements

⚠️ Level C minimum; fire-resistant clothing, face shield, gloves; SCBA if involved in fire

Isolation & Evacuation

ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 800m radius
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 114).

First Actions for a UN 0320 Incident

  • CALL 911. Notify law enforcement.
  • Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away.
  • Stage upwind; eliminate ignition sources.
  • Request Hazmat + law enforcement.
  • Consult current ERG Guide 114 and follow SOP/SOG.
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UN 0320 — Primers, tubular
HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0320 Product: Primers, tubular Class 1 / Explosive 1.4G / ERG 114 PPE: Level C minimum; fire-resistant clothing, face shield, gloves; SCBA if involved in fire ISOLATION: ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 800m radius 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 0320 — Primers, tubular Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.4G | ERG Guide: 114 Appearance: Small cylindrical metallic devices containing a small amount of impact-sensitive explosive mixture. Typically brass or copper colored, solid at room temperature. Water Reactivity: No significant reaction with water Extinguishing: Water spray, fog, or regular foam acceptable for fire suppression PPE: Level C minimum; fire-resistant clothing, face shield, gloves; SCBA if involved in fire Isolation: ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 800m radius — Key Hazards — • Minor blast or fire hazard — limited effect. • Localized burning or deflagration possible. • Smoke and heat from burning. — First Actions — • CALL 911. Notify law enforcement. • Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away. • Stage upwind; eliminate ignition sources. • Request Hazmat + law enforcement. SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0320 | 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)
UN0320 Primers, tubular Cls1 ERG114 | ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, ev | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0320SMS / 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/0320

Related UN Numbers in Class 1

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 0320

Minor blast or fire hazard — limited effect. Localized burning or deflagration possible. Smoke and heat from burning. Low mass explosion risk under normal conditions.

CALL 911. Notify law enforcement. Isolate area; keep unauthorized personnel away. Stage upwind; eliminate ignition sources.

Level C minimum; fire-resistant clothing, face shield, gloves; SCBA if involved in fire

Water reactivity: No significant reaction with water. Recommended extinguishing: Water spray, fog, or regular foam acceptable for fire suppression.

ERG Guide 114 recommendation: ERG 114: isolate spill/leak area 25m in all directions; if fire or explosion, evacuate 800m radius

No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 114 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.