☣️ UN 1457 • CLASS 5
UN 1457 — Calcium peroxide
Placard: Oxidizer. ERG Guide 140. 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 1457 Quick Details
UN 1457
Product name: Calcium peroxide
DOT Class: 5
Placard type: Oxidizer
ERG Guide: 140 (check current ERG)
Initial isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m and evacuate downwind
Common Hazards of UN 1457
- These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
- Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
- May explode from heat or contamination.
- Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels).
- May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.).
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard.
- Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
| Also known as | Calcium dioxideCalcium superoxideCaloxolCalverde |
| CAS Number | 1305-79-9 |
| Appearance | White to yellowish-white odorless powder or granular solid at room temperature. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (oxidizing solid) |
| Boiling Point | Not applicable (decomposes above 275C/527F) |
| Vapor Density | Not applicable (solid) |
| Water Reactivity | Reacts slowly with water to release oxygen and form calcium hydroxide; avoid large quantities of water |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 1457
Extinguishing Media
Dry chemical, dry sand, or dry powder; avoid water in large amounts
PPE Requirements
⚠️ Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant gloves and suit to prevent skin contact
Isolation & Evacuation
ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m and evacuate downwind
Always confirm protective actions with the current edition of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG Guide 140).
First Actions for a UN 1457 Incident
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
- Keep unauthorized personnel away.
- Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
- Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
- Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- Consider initial downwind evacuation for at least 100 meters (330 feet).
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UN 1457 — Calcium peroxideHAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 1457
Product: Calcium peroxide
Class 5 / Oxidizer / ERG 140
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant gloves and suit to prevent skin contact
ISOLATION: ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m and evacuate 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 1457 — Calcium peroxide
Class: 5 | Placard: Oxidizer | ERG Guide: 140
Appearance: White to yellowish-white odorless powder or granular solid at room temperature.
Water Reactivity: Reacts slowly with water to release oxygen and form calcium hydroxide; avoid large quantities of water
Extinguishing: Dry chemical, dry sand, or dry powder; avoid water in large amounts
PPE: Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant gloves and suit to prevent skin contact
Isolation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m and evacuate downwind
— Key Hazards —
• These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.
• Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire.
• May explode from heat or contamination.
— First Actions —
• CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
• Keep unauthorized personnel away.
• Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
• Ventilate closed spaces before entering, but only if properly trained and equipped.
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1457 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN1457 Calcium peroxide Cls5 ERG140 | ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isola | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/1457SMS / 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/1457
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Frequently Asked Questions about UN 1457
These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire. Some may decompose explosively when heated or involved in a fire. May explode from heat or contamination. Some will react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.). Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may create fire or explosion hazard. Inhalation, ingestion or contact (skin, eyes) with vapors or substance may cause severe injury, burns or
CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
Level B minimum; SCBA required; chemical-resistant gloves and suit to prevent skin contact
Water reactivity: Reacts slowly with water to release oxygen and form calcium hydroxide; avoid large quantities of water. Recommended extinguishing: Dry chemical, dry sand, or dry powder; avoid water in large amounts.
ERG Guide 140 recommendation: ERG 140: isolate spill area 25-50m all directions; if fire or large spill, isolate 800m and evacuate downwind
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 140 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.