☣️ UN 0415 • CLASS 1
UN 0415 — Charges, propelling
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 0415 Quick Details
UN 0415
Product name: Charges, propelling
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.3C
ERG Guide: 112 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, consider evacuation 800m in all directions
Common Hazards of UN 0415
- 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 | Propellant chargesPropelling chargesArtillery propelling chargesGun propellant charges |
| Appearance | Solid propellant formulations, typically cylindrical or granular in shape, often tan, brown, or black in color. May be contained in combustible casings or bags. Odorless or slight chemical odor. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (energetic material) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes/deflagrates upon heating) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid propellant) |
| Water Reactivity | No significant reaction under normal conditions |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0415
Extinguishing Media
Water fog from safe distance; avoid direct water streams on burning propellant
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Full protective clothing, SCBA required; maintain safe distances due to deflagration and heat hazards
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, consider evacuation 800m in all directions
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 112).
First Actions for a UN 0415 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 0415 — Charges, propellingHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0415
Product: Charges, propelling
Class 1 / Explosive 1.3C / ERG 112
PPE: Full protective clothing, SCBA required; maintain safe distances due to deflagration and heat hazards
ISOLATION: ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, consider evacuation 800m in all directions
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 0415 — Charges, propelling
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.3C | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Solid propellant formulations, typically cylindrical or granular in shape, often tan, brown, or black in color. May be contained in combustible casings or bags. Odorless or slight chemical odor.
Water Reactivity: No significant reaction under normal conditions
Extinguishing: Water fog from safe distance; avoid direct water streams on burning propellant
PPE: Full protective clothing, SCBA required; maintain safe distances due to deflagration and heat hazards
Isolation: ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, consider evacuation 800m in all directions
— 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/0415 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0415 Charges, propelling Cls1 ERG112 | ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0415SMS / 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/0415
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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 0415
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.
Full protective clothing, SCBA required; maintain safe distances due to deflagration and heat hazards
Water reactivity: No significant reaction under normal conditions. Recommended extinguishing: Water fog from safe distance; avoid direct water streams on burning propellant.
ERG Guide 112 recommendation: ERG 112: isolate 500m all directions; if fire or spill involves large quantity, consider evacuation 800m in all directions
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.