Emergency Response Guidebook 2012 Summary of Changes April 2012

The Emergency Response Guidebook The First Responder’s First Resource - Worldwide! Published every four years 13 million copies distributed More than 17 languages More than 2.2 million copies ERG2012 Android/iPhone Applications – Late 2012 PHMSA’s first responsibility is SAFETY, safety of the American people related to the Commercial Transportation of Hazardous Materials. The Administration and the Secretary of Transportation are also focused on: (1) reducing the regulatory burden on businesses and the economy, (2) reducing the congestion in transportation, and (3) bringing 21st Century Solutions to problems. We are putting new emphasis on preventing accidents, especially potential accidents with High Consequences. We work in full partnership with other modal administration and TSA.

Guidebook Cover Updated PHMSA’s first responsibility is SAFETY, safety of the American people related to the Commercial Transportation of Hazardous Materials. The Administration and the Secretary of Transportation are also focused on: (1) reducing the regulatory burden on businesses and the economy, (2) reducing the congestion in transportation, and (3) bringing 21st Century Solutions to problems. We are putting new emphasis on preventing accidents, especially potential accidents with High Consequences. We work in full partnership with other modal administration and TSA.

General Information Pages (WHITE Pages) Various sections have been expanded and/or revised, including: Shipping Documents (Papers) How to Use this Guidebook During an Incident User's Guide Isolation and Evacuation Distances Who to Call for Assistance Table of Placards and Initial Response Guide to Use On-Scene

General Information Pages (WHITE Pages - Cont’d) Rail Car Identification Chart Road Trailer Identification Chart Fire and Spill control Pipeline Safety Information Criminal/Terrorist Use of Chemical/Biological/Radiological Agents Glossary Publication Data (and related information) Emergency Response Telephone Numbers

General Information Pages (WHITE Pages - Cont’d) Added Information in the Users Guide to describe the new Table 3 - six common TIH gases Added notes to several WHITE Pages to reflect addition of Table 3

List in Order of ID Number (YELLOW-Bordered Pages) And List in Alphabetical Order (BLUE-Bordered Pages) Added all new dangerous goods listed in UN Recommendations on the Transport of Dangerous Goods to 17th revised edition One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages) Tune-up of several guides: Public Safety Section Under EVACUATION – Changed “Large Spill” heading to “Spill” – GUIDES 132, 138, 139, 159 and 166 Under “Fire” heading – Added “in all directions” to GUIDES 145, 146, 148, 149 and 150 One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia. EMERGENCY RESPONSE section Under EVACUATION – FIRE – Large Fire: Moved “Do not use straight streams” as its own bullet.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages – Cont’d) Tune-up of several guides: GUIDE 135 - UN3342 added to two phrases related to Small and Large Fire. Also added phrase to “FIRE” and “SPILL OR LEAK” sections: “CAUTION: UN3342 when flooded with water will continue to evolve flammable Carbon disulfide/Carbon disulphide vapors.” One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages – Cont’d) Tune-up of several guides: GUIDE 128 – Added “For UN3166, if Lithium ion batteries are involved, also consult GUIDE 147” GUIDE 154 – Added “For UN3171, if Lithium ion batteries are involved, also consult GUIDE 147” One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages – Cont’d) Tune-up of several guides: GUIDE 114 – Moved “Explosives 1.6” from GUIDE 112 title to GUIDE 114 title GUIDES 148 and 150 – Under “PUBLIC SAFETY”: Modified following phrase to include cryogenic hazard: “DO NOT allow substance to warm up. Obtain liquid nitrogen (wear thermal protective clothing, see GUIDE 120), dry ice or ice for cooling. If this is not possible or none can be obtained, evacuate the area immediately.” One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages – Cont’d) Tune-up of several guides: GUIDE 112 – Under “EVACUATION, Fire”, changed bullet to : “If rail car or trailer is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions; also, initiate evacuation including emergency responders for 1600 meters (1 mile) in all directions.” One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Safety Recommendations/ Emergency Response Guides (ORANGE-Bordered Pages – Cont’d) Tune-up of several guides: GUIDE 157 – Added phrase under “POTENTIAL HAZARDS – FIRE OR EXPLOSION” Modified three phrases under “POTENTIAL HAZARDS – HEALTH” and “FIRE OR EXPLOSION” One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

(GREEN-Bordered Pages) Table of Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances, and the Table of Water-Reactive Materials That Produce Toxic Gases (GREEN-Bordered Pages) Added Table 3 Isolation and Evacuation Distances for six common TIH materials Ammonia, anhydrous (UN1005) Chlorine (UN1017) Ethylene oxide (UN1040) Hydrogen chloride (UN1050) and Hydrogen chloride, refrigerated liquid (UN2186) Hydrogen fluoride (UN1052) Sulfur Dioxide (UN1079) One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

GREEN-Bordered Pages (Cont’d) Added “How to Use Table 3” page Tune-up of Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances WHITE pages – added notes to several sections reflecting addition of Table 3 Added Table 3 information within User’s Guide WHITE pages section. One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

GREEN-Bordered Pages (Cont’d) Table 1 - Added asterisks to seven UN numbers referring to Table 3: UN1005 UN1017 UN1040 UN1050 UN1052 UN1079 UN2186 One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Glossary Section Revised Definitions: Compatibility Group Acute Exposure Guideline Level (AEGL) One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Miscellaneous Additions Table of Placards and Initial Response Guide to Use On-Scene: New Limited Quantity placard One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Miscellaneous Additions (Cont’d) Added 59 material names to reflect the 17th edition of the UN Recommendations for the Transport of Dangerous Goods One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Miscellaneous Additions (Cont’d) FIRE AND SPILL CONTROL White page section: Added BLEVE-(Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion) related information and a Safety Distances Chart One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

Miscellaneous Additions (Cont’d) “FIRE AND SPILL CONTROL” White pages section: Added BLEVE (Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion) related information and a Safety Distances Chart “CRIMINAL/TERRORIST USE OF CHEMICAL/BIOLOGICAL/RADIOLOGICAL” WHITE pages section: Added an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Safe Standoff Distance Chart One key aspect of the Engineering and Research Division is to perform and provide engineering and scientific analysis, research, and technical reviews in developing regulatory documents, hazard and risk analysis on types of materials and packaging and classification of hazardous materials. Some noteworthy items to mention from the engineering standpoint is the analysis of rollover accidents involving cargo tanks transporting hazardous materials. The engineering group took steps to gather relevant information to determine what makes these vehicles subject to potential rollovers. This effort was highlighted by a recent program review conducted by our sister office, PHH-60. Another noteworthy effort to demonstrate the commitment to HM Safety is joint effort of PHMSA with FAA and FMCSA. There are current research projects that are underway to help mitigate the risks of lithium batteries and the transportation of anhydrous ammonia.

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