Dangerous goods quick reference guide - Class 1: Explosive substances and articles

Class 1 dangerous goods include explosive substances and articles that pose risks such as property damage, cargo damage, injury, environmental harm, insurance invalidation, and potential criminal prosecution.

Classification:

Explosives are divided into six divisions under ADR guidelines:

1.1: Mass explosion hazard (e.g., TNT, dynamite, RDX).
1.2: Projection hazard without mass explosion (e.g., large fireworks, munitions).
1.3: Fire hazard with minor blast/projection hazard (e.g., rocket propellant).
1.4: No significant hazard (e.g., consumer fireworks, airbags).
1.5: Very insensitive substances with mass explosion hazard (e.g., blasting agents).
1.6: Extremely insensitive articles with no mass explosion hazard.

Key Handling Guidelines:

• Packing: Use correct, protective, watertight packaging; avoid plastic that generates static or packaging that creates internal pressure.
• Storing: Store separately from incompatible items; avoid stairways/emergency exits; follow documented procedures.
• Transporting: Ensure security provisions, proper training, and compliance with CTU Code; never transport with reactive cargo or military equipment enabled.

Handling:

Never throw, drop, or expose to adverse weather; maintain emergency response plans; communicate clearly across the supply chain.