ERG 2016 for Android
The ERG contains an indexed list of dangerous goods and the associated ID number, the general hazards they pose and recommended safety precautions. For example, if emergency responders arrive at the scene of an overturned tractor trailer displaying a DOT hazmat placard, they would use the guide to identify the material associated with the placard and get guidance on how to respond accordingly.
The 2016 version of the ERG includes general revisions, reorganized general information pages, and the addition of protective distance mapping. Updated every four years, the ERG is available free to public safety agencies in all states and territories through designated state coordinators’ offices. PHMSA has partnered with the National Library of Medicine to provide this free application as well as a version of the ERG in its Wireless Information System for Emergency Responders (WISER) application.
Category : Maps & Navigation
Reviews (27)
App works really well, faster then the book, and I like that it saves recent searches for when you need to quickly switch between a few things. The evacuation map is GREAT. On the down side I noticed the P for polymerization is missing on some chemicals, IE 119, this is a pretty big issue, and one I hope the developers look into quickly.
Very useful. Although my department has the actual book, this is much faster, I don't have to worry about looking for the book if it's misplaced, everyone with a phone basically gets their own copy of it, and I don't have to buy a new book when new editions are released, will recommend
Good replacement for the actual book. Very easy to use and I am glad it's free because it should be. I think they should add a note section so you can write down stuff in the app. Other than that. It fits its role perfectly.
Great app. Saves you soo much time. 1 recommendation I would give us this. If there are other guides mentioned in the orange sections, if possible please link them. Instead of going back and searching, you can click on it and go.
I'm interested in working with HAZMAT, and this app has been very interesting, educational and easy-to-use! I enjoy the many features like the evacuation calculator, and I also like how straight forward the descriptions are. Overall 10/10
Works well on android phone. Too bad I use a Kindle fire 8 as a all in one response tablet while on my fire engine. This app has no compatibility with Kindle fire 8. Terrible! Could be a useful tool as I use the kindle to complete reports and use it as a CAD. Fix in the works?
I've heard that it was a great app but i haven't been able to use it because every time i try to type in something in the search bar, the app closes. The OS is Android 7.1.1 on a ZTE Z982
The black circles grow fron the right and take over each section completely getting rid of the information. Cool concept, but doesn't work on my s9.
Try looking up by plaquerd, this massive black dot takes over and you can't see anything. I Uninstalled and reinstalled with the same problem results. So stupid in an emergency situation.
I installed this app and it did nothing. I will have to continue relying on the dependable paperback version of the ERG. No thanks.
As a First Responder I think it's great! Use it all the time. It be great if you can click name or UN instead of searching from product to guide. When is the update coming out?
faster than the book plus additional features like evacuation calculator. absolutely great if you work with hazmat daily =)
Road Trailer Identification section doesn't work / missing information. Also rail car identification detail.
Super easy to use. Quickly access info you need to immediately know. Can look up HAZMAT info several different ways.
Im glad I listened to the precatious opener. Compatible devices may have exposure dangers all the way up to inability to operate with PPE. The equipment would need somethinf similar to a submersable seal I imagine. Any exposure to electricity may impose danger.
Crashing when looking up sodium hydrosulfite, otherwise saves a lot of time versus the book, love this app.
Great app. Helps out so much dealing with shipping and hazmat
Note 9 latest update, cannot pull up evacuation distance calculations.
App opens but none of the search or browse buttons work. kyocera e6762 Android 5.1.1. Back to downloading PDF of ERG.
Broken, constantly crashes when clicking on a search result
If you have a new android DONT BUY!!! THE APP DOESNT WORK!!! I cant scroll or read any of the material. A waste of $20!!!
I am a lieutenant firefighter, responsible for the first do fire equipment and its personnel. This app, plus the official dot app similar to it, our mandatory.
accurate. would like a way to check if updates available.
Still not comparable with android to obtain wind direction isolation.
The app wont work now due to being outdated...are yall working on an update??
It's a good guide and very instructive
Has the ERG as needed for my duties for packaging, handling, and transporting of DG. I prefer the paper version, but that gets expensive with having to replace them every four years. The drawback of the app is that, at present, it does not automatically update itself. So, every four years, you will have to download the new version.