What three pieces of information does the ERG orange section provide for responding to a hazmat emergency?
It tells you that the substance is Flammable (the flame and red background), a Flammable Liquid (Hazard Class 3), and Acetone (the four-digit number 1090).
When using the Emergency Response Guidebook ERG once the material and guide number have been identified appropriate response actions are located in which section select one?
The second section, with yellow page borders, references the material in order of its assigned 4-digit ID number/UN/NA number (which is often placarded with the other hazardous materials placards) and identifies the appropriate guide number to reference in the Orange Section).
What is the ERG Guide number for hazard class 1.4 items?
114
What is the most common method of vapor suppression?
The most common method of vapor suppression is application of: A. plastic or other impermeable sheet material.
Where can I buy emergency response guidebook?
The guidebook is also available through the 2020 ERG mobile app and download on the PHSMSA website. PHMSA is always looking for feedback and comments from first responders. Submit your name, organization, contact information and comments to [email protected].
What is the yellow section of the Emergency Response Guidebook?
Yellow: In the yellow section of the book, responders can locate specific information using a material’s 4-digit United Nations (UN) number. Materials listed in the yellow section that are highlighted indicate that the substance is a toxic inhalation hazard or water reactive.
How long is the Emergency Response Guidebook good for?
4 years
What does the emergency response information on the shipping document required?
This information must include the immediate hazard to health; risks of fire or explosion; immediate precautions to be taken in the event of an accident; immediate methods for handling fires; initial methods for handling spills or leaks in the absence of fire; and preliminary first aid measures.
How is emergency response information provided?
The information must be in writing, in English and presented on a shipping paper or other related shipping document such as a waybill or manifest. The shipper or distributor of the hazardous material is responsible for ensuring that emergency response information is accurate, current and available.
Who must provide emergency response information?
Emergency Response Information Requirements and the Emergency Response Guidebook. 49 CFR 172.600 mandates the shipper of a hazardous material to provide emergency response information specific to each hazardous material that appears on the shipping paper.
Where do you keep HazMat shipping papers?
Hazmat shipping papers must be kept within the driver’s reach (when the driver’s seat belt is on). Also, the hazmat paperwork must be visible to any first responder entering the vehicle.
Which packing group indicates the greatest danger?
The packing group indicates the degree of danger of a product or substance. Packing group I indicates great danger, packing group II indicates moderate danger and packing group III indicates minor danger.
How many classes of hazmat are there?
331 Nine Classes
What is the ID number for chlorine?
Chemical Identifiers
| CAS Number | UN/NA Number | DOT Hazard Label |
|---|---|---|
| 7782-50-5 | 1017 | Poison Gas Oxidizer Corrosive |
| NIOSH Pocket Guide | International Chem Safety Card | |
| Chlorine | CHLORINE | |
Whose responsibility is it to classify products?
Who is responsible for classifying a dangerous good? The consignor is responsible for determining the classification of dangerous goods.
What is flammable liquids nos?
Flammable liquids are: A liquid having a flash point of = 60.5° C (141° F) Any material in a liquid phase with a flash point = 37.8° C (100° F) that is intentionally heated and offered for transport or transported at or above its flash point in bulk packaging.
What fuel is 1993 placard?
UN 1993 Flammable Liquid Placard — Diesel n.o.s. Pre-printed with a UN Number, these Hazard Class 3 placards meet the requirements of 49 CFR 172.500 for domestic and international shipments of hazardous materials by highway, rail and water.
What is HazMat nos?
N.O.S. or NOS is a U.S. DOT abbreviation for Not Otherwise Specified and is applied to groups of substances that are not referenced by a single technical name in DOT’s HazMat Table found at 49 CFR 172.101. DOT regulations require that a Proper Shipping Name (PSN) be used when labeling shipments of hazardous materials.
What does the placard 1993 mean?
Flammable Liquid N.O.S., Fuel Oil
What does 1203 on a placard mean?
Flammable Liquid
What is NA1993?
NA1993 is a US only identification number. It is used for transporting combustible liquids in the US. DOT puts information about Combustible Liquids under the Flammable Liquids headings because they are liquids with vapors that burn just at temperatures beyond the criteria for a normal flammable liquid.
What placard is diesel?
4-Digit DOT Placards: Hazard Class 3 – 1202 (Diesel Fuel)
What is diesel placard number?
4-digit D.O.T.
How many gallons of diesel can I transport?
500 gallons
What is a 1202 placard?
Pre-numbered with 4-digit identification number (UN 1202), hazard class (3) and DOT-required symbol. Use hazmat placards for shipping flammable liquids (petroleum crude oil) Flammable liquid placard measures 10-3/4″ x 10-3/4″ J. J. Keller hazmat placards are available in a variety of material and adhesive options.