Identification code
Yellow Section
The Yellow section
The second section of the Emergency Response Guide is known as the Yellow Section. The materials in this section are ordered by their 4-digit identification number or their United Nations number. These numbers correspond with the guides in the Orange Section.
Blue
Items in the ERG may be identified as a toxic inhalation hazard in the yellow ID code pages if there is a high inhalation risk. The best way to know this is to look up the explanations in the ERG preface.
Items in the ERG may be identified as a toxic inhalation hazard in the yellow ID code pages if there is a high inhalation risk. The best way to know this is to look up the explanations in the ERG preface.
Orange-bordered
Orange-bordered
If there is no fire involving ethylene oxide, you should turn to the "Public Safety" section of the Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) for further guidance on handling this incident. This section provides information on how to protect yourself and the public from any potential hazards associated with the substance.
Isolation/ Protective Distance for items that generate toxic inhalation fumes
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The ERG (Emergency Response Guidebook) guide number for 1.1 items, which are explosives with a mass explosion hazard, is Guide 112. This guide provides responders with information on the hazards associated with such materials, as well as recommendations for initial response actions in the event of an incident.