2,4-Dinitrophenol

Protective Distance

Distances per ERG Guide 113
Distances per ERG Guide 153

The following is extracted from ERG Guide 113: Flammable Materials (Wet/Desensitized Explosive)

PUBLIC SAFETY

EVACUATION

Immediate precautionary measure

· Isolate spill or leak area immediately for at least 100 meters (330 feet) in all directions.

Large Spill

· Consider initial evacuation for 500 meters (1/3 mile) in all directions.

Fire

· If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions.

In Canada, an Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAP) may be required for this product. Please consult the shipping paper and/or the ERAP Program Section.

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The following is extracted from ERG Guide 153: Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)

PUBLIC SAFETY

EVACUATION

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.

Spill

· For highlighted materials: see Table 1 - Initial Isolation and Protective Action Distances.

· For non-highlighted materials: increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.