☣️ UN 3287 • CLASS 6
Poisonous liquid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Placard: Toxic. 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 3287
Class: 6
Placard type: Toxic
ERG: Guide 151 (check current ERG)
Isolation: ERG 151: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; Protective action distance: spill 100m day/200m night, fire 300m in all directions
Chemical & Response Details
| Also known as | Toxic liquid, inorganic, n.o.s.Inorganic poison solutionPoisonous inorganic liquid NOSToxic inorganic substance, liquid |
| Appearance | Variable appearance depending on specific chemical; may be clear, colored, or opaque liquid. N.O.S. designation covers various inorganic toxic liquids not otherwise specified. |
| Flash Point | Not applicable (not classified as flammable) |
| Boiling Point | Variable depending on specific substance |
| Vapor Density | Variable depending on specific substance; many inorganic solutions heavier than air |
| Water Reactivity | Variable; some may react with water producing toxic gases or heat |
| Extinguishing | Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2; avoid water spray unless necessary for cooling |
| PPE | ⚠️ Level A or B required; full encapsulation if specific chemical unknown; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and boots essential |
| Isolation | ERG 151: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; Protective action distance: spill 100m day/200m night, fire 300m in all directions |
Chemical details are general reference only. Always verify with current SDS, ERG, and SOP/SOG.
Common hazards (high level)
- Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
- Avoid any skin contact.
- Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
- Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause environmental
- Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive
- Containers may explode when heated.
- Runoff may pollute waterways.
First actions (field-minded)
- CALL 911. Then call emergency response telephone number on shipping paper. If shipping paper
- Keep unauthorized personnel away.
- Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream.
- Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
- For highlighted materials: see Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances.
- For non-highlighted materials: increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind
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UN 3287 — Poisonous liquid, inorganic, n.o.s. HAZMAT RADIO NOTE — UN 3287
Product: Poisonous liquid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class 6 / Toxic / ERG 151
PPE: Level A or B required; full encapsulation if specific chemical unknown; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and boots essential
ISOLATION: ERG 151: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; Protective action distance: spill 100m day/200m night, fire 300m 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 3287 — Poisonous liquid, inorganic, n.o.s.
Class: 6 | Placard: Toxic | ERG Guide: 151
Appearance: Variable appearance depending on specific chemical; may be clear, colored, or opaque liquid. N.O.S. designation covers various inorganic toxic liquids not otherwise specified.
Water Reactivity: Variable; some may react with water producing toxic gases or heat
Extinguishing: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, CO2; avoid water spray unless necessary for cooling
PPE: Level A or B required; full encapsulation if specific chemical unknown; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and boots essential
Isolation: ERG 151: Initial isolation 50m in all directions; Protective action distance: spill 100m day/200m night, fire 300m in all directions
— Key Hazards —
• Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin.
• Avoid any skin contact.
• Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
— 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.
• Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters
SOURCE: allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/3287 | Always use current ERG + SOP/SOGIC BRIEFING
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief. Full chemical + response details.
UN3287 Poisonous liquid, inorganic, n.o.s. Cls6 ERG151 | allfirefighter.com/hazmat/un/3287SMS / 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/3287
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FAQ
Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, ingested or absorbed through skin. Avoid any skin contact. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may be corrosive and/or toxic and cause environmental Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive Containers may explode when heated. Runoff may pollute waterways.
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 A or B required; full encapsulation if specific chemical unknown; SCBA mandatory; chemical-resistant suit, gloves, and boots essential
No. This is a training/quick-reference aid only. Always consult the current ERG Guide 151 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.