UN 2982 — Radioactive material, n.o.s.
Placard: Radioactive. ERG Guide 161. Training/quick-reference only — use current ERG + SOP/SOG for incident-specific actions.
UN 2982 is Radioactive material, n.o.s., a broad radioactive material entry assigned to ERG Guide 161. Package condition, isotope and radiation survey guide response.
Hazard overview: RADIOACTIVE material, n.o.s.; radiation type and level depend on the isotope, form and package. Undamaged approved packages are designed to limit exposure and contamination. Damaged packages may create external radiation and contamination-control concerns.
Response guidance: For UN 2982, protect life safety first, isolate damaged packages and notify radiation authority. Limit handling, control runoff/debris and use monitoring with ERG 161.
Firefighter training notes: Training for UN 2982 should emphasize package recognition, radiation authority notification, dosimetry/survey use, contamination control and time-distance-shielding. Use ERG 161 and radiation SOP.
Regulatory context: Radioactive material, n.o.s. is regulated as a hazardous material for transport and emergency response. Storage, reporting, exposure, waste and incident-notification duties depend on quantity, concentration, package type and jurisdiction; verify shipping papers, SDS and authority guidance.
Storage & handling: Radioactive material, n.o.s. should remain in approved radioactive material packages protected from damage, fire, unauthorized access and contamination spread. Follow radiation authority and package requirements.
UN 2982 Quick Details
Common Hazards of UN 2982
- RADIOACTIVE material, n.o.s.; radiation type and level depend on the isotope, form and package.
- Undamaged approved packages are designed to limit exposure and contamination.
- Damaged packages may create external radiation and contamination-control concerns.
- Loose material, smoke, dust, liquid runoff or damaged shielding can increase risk.
- Fire may damage packaging and create contaminated debris or runoff.
- Radiation cannot be detected reliably without proper survey instruments.
- Life safety remains the first priority while limiting time, increasing distance and using shielding.
Chemical Identity & Physical Properties
Radioactive material, n.o.s. physical appearance should be verified from SDS, package labels and shipping papers.
| Also known as | RAM NOSRadioactive NOS |
| CAS Number | N/A |
| Flash Point | N/A |
| Boiling Point | N/A |
| Vapor Density | N/A |
Fireground Response Guidance — UN 2982
Extinguishing Media
PPE Requirements
Use PPE for the dominant hazard plus dosimetry and radiation monitoring when available. For fire, use SCBA and protective clothing while minimizing time near the source.
Isolation & Evacuation
First Actions for a UN 2982 Incident
- Call 911 and notify the radiation authority according to local procedures.
- Protect life safety first while minimizing time near damaged packages.
- Keep unauthorized personnel away and establish incident command.
- Stay upwind, uphill and upstream of smoke, runoff or damaged contents.
- Do not handle damaged packages or loose contents without radiation monitoring and proper training.
- Detain potentially contaminated people or equipment for assessment without delaying urgent medical care.
- Use ERG Guide 161, package labels, shipping papers and radiation monitoring to guide isolation, evacuation and cleanup.
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UN 2982 — Radioactive material, n.o.s.Use for: Quick radio or face-to-face size-up. Short, structured, field-ready.
Use for: Incident command briefing, staging area whiteboard, or pre-entry team brief.
Use for: Quick text to command or incoming units. Fits in a single SMS.