☣️ UN 0442 • CLASS 1
UN 0442 — Charges, explosive, commercial, without detonator
Placard: Explosive 1.1D. 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 0442 Quick Details
UN 0442
Product name: Charges, explosive, commercial, without detonator
DOT Class: 1
Placard type: Explosive 1.1D
ERG Guide: 112 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 112: Isolate 500m (1600 ft) in all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) if fire or cargo involved; consider 1600m+ (1 mile) for large quantities
Common Hazards of UN 0442
- 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
| Appearance | Solid explosive compositions in various forms (cartridges, blocks, sheets) typically tan, gray, or white in color. May have mild chemical or ammonia-like odor depending on composition. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (explosive solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes/detonates) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Generally stable with water, but moisture may affect sensitivity and performance of some explosive formulations |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 0442
Extinguishing Media
DO NOT extinguish fire; evacuate area and allow to burn under controlled conditions. Water from distance only if absolutely necessary
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; Level A with blast-resistant protection if entry required; maintain maximum safe distance
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 112: Isolate 500m (1600 ft) in all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) if fire or cargo involved; consider 1600m+ (1 mile) for large quantities
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 112).
First Actions for a UN 0442 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 0442 — Charges, explosive, commercial, withoutHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 0442
Product: Charges, explosive, commercial, without detonator
Class 1 / Explosive 1.1D / ERG 112
PPE: Full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; Level A with blast-resistant protection if entry required; maintain maximum safe distance
ISOLATION: ERG 112: Isolate 500m (1600 ft) in all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) if fire or cargo involved; consider 1600m+ (1 mile) for large quantities
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 0442 — Charges, explosive, commercial, without detonator
Class: 1 | Placard: Explosive 1.1D | ERG Guide: 112
Appearance: Solid explosive compositions in various forms (cartridges, blocks, sheets) typically tan, gray, or white in color. May have mild chemical or ammonia-like odor depending on composition.
Water Reactivity: Generally stable with water, but moisture may affect sensitivity and performance of some explosive formulations
Extinguishing: DO NOT extinguish fire; evacuate area and allow to burn under controlled conditions. Water from distance only if absolutely necessary
PPE: Full structural firefighting gear with SCBA; Level A with blast-resistant protection if entry required; maintain maximum safe distance
Isolation: ERG 112: Isolate 500m (1600 ft) in all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) if fire or cargo involved; consider 1600m+ (1 mile) for large quantities
— 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/0442 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN0442 Charges, explosive, commercial, without detonator Cls1 ERG112 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/0442SMS / 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/0442
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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 0442
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 gear with SCBA; Level A with blast-resistant protection if entry required; maintain maximum safe distance
Water reactivity: Generally stable with water, but moisture may affect sensitivity and performance of some explosive formulations. Recommended extinguishing: DO NOT extinguish fire; evacuate area and allow to burn under controlled conditions. Water from distance only if absolutely necessary.
ERG Guide 112 recommendation: ERG 112: Isolate 500m (1600 ft) in all directions; evacuate 800m (2500 ft) if fire or cargo involved; consider 1600m+ (1 mile) for large quantities
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.