
ERG 2024 Page 273 . Substances (Low to Moderate Hazard) GUIDE . 171 . EMERGENCY RESPONSE FIRE CAUTION: Fire involving Safety devices (UN3268) and Fire suppressant dispersing devices (UN3559) may have a delayed activation and a risk of hazardous projectiles. Extinguish the fire at a safe distance. Small Fire • Dry chemical, CO. 2
Emergency Response Guide No. 171 for SUBSTANCES (Low to Moderate Hazard ...
As an immediate precautionary measure, isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids. Keep unauthorized personnel away. Stay upwind, uphill and/or upstream. Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Page 278 ERG 2020 GUIDE 171 POTENTIAL HAZARDS FIRE OR EXPLOSION • Some may burn but none ignite readily. • Containers may explode when heated. • Some may be transported hot. • For UN3508, Capacitor, asymmetric, be aware of possible short circuiting as this product is transported in a charged state.
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Response Guide 171 - ERG 2016 Author: Emergency Response Guidebook 2016 Subject: Substances (Low to Moderate Hazard) Created Date: 4/26/2016 9:25:36 PM
171 POTENTIAL HAZARDS FIRE OR EXPLOSION • Some may burn but none ignite readily. • Containers may explode when heated. • Some may be transported hot. • For UN3508, Capacitor, asymmetric, be aware of possible short circuiting as this product is transported in a charged state.
Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG): GUIDE 171 (EnvironmentalChemistry.com)
This is an online version of the 2008 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) which is produced by the USDOT for first responders during the initial phase of a Dangerous goods/Hazardous Materials incident.
171 EMERGENCY RESPONSE FIRE Small Fire • Dry chemical, CO 2, water spray or regular foam . Large Fire • Water spray, fog or regular foam . • Do not scatter spilled material with high-pressure water streams . • If it can be done safely, move undamaged containers away from the area around the fire .