Placard with UN1203 number (gasoline), 10-3/4 in X 10-3/4 in, for the transportation of dangerous goods

UN1203 placard for gasoline, class 3, 10-3/4 in X 10-3/4 in

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The UN1203 placard identifies a gasoline load, a class 3 flammable liquid, on tank trucks, fuel delivery vehicles and transport containers. It shows the number 1203 in black in its white box, the flame symbol and the class number 3 on a red 10-3/4 X 10-3/4 in diamond that fits most placard holders. Made in Canada, it is sold individually.

Features of the pre-printed UN1203 placard

• UN1203 number pre-printed with the flame symbol and class number 3: no digits to apply yourself.
• 10-3/4 X 10-3/4 in diamond, the standard size that fits most placard holders.
• High-contrast printing, legible from a distance.
• Three materials: low-cost cardboard, reusable rigid plastic or permanent self-adhesive vinyl.
• Designed, according to the manufacturer, for the Canadian TDG Regulations, the US DOT and the IMDG, IATA and ICAO codes: convenient for cross-border transport.

Available formats: cardboard, rigid plastic or self-adhesive vinyl

Aluminum placard available on request: contact customer service for a quote.

Gasoline in transport and storage: what to do in case of a spill

UN number 1203 corresponds to the shipping name GASOLINE; MOTOR SPIRIT; or PETROL, class 3, packing group II. It is found on tank trucks and fuel delivery vehicles, at service stations and at fuel depots. Transport Canada's 2024 Emergency Response Guidebook (ERG) places it under guide 128, for flammable liquids that do not mix with water: it ignites easily, and its vapours, heavier than air, spread along the ground to sewers, basements and confined areas, from where they can flash back to the leak.

In case of a spill during transport or in your storage area, guide 128 calls for dialing 911, then the emergency number on the shipping document, and isolating at least 50 m around the leak. Eliminate all ignition sources (cigarettes, road flares, sparks, flames), ground the handling equipment, do not touch the product and, if you can do it without risk, stop the leak. Keep the gasoline out of waterways, sewers, basements and confined areas. Absorb or cover the liquid with dry earth, sand or another non-combustible material, then transfer it into containers with clean non-sparking tools. For a large spill, dike far ahead of the liquid and consider an initial evacuation of 300 m downwind.

Keep a non-flammable mineral absorbent (ABGMM225) in the vehicle and near the tanks to cover the liquid, along with oil-only socks (ABHB30) and pads (ABHT100) to contain the flow.

Gasoline fire: which extinguisher to keep in the vehicle and at the warehouse

For a small fire, guide 128 names dry chemical and CO₂ among the extinguishing agents: an ABC dry chemical (EXABC10) extinguisher or a CO₂ (EXCO10) unit is therefore the right choice. Place it in the vehicle cab and at an accessible spot near the storage area, outside the hazard zone. A large fire or a tank caught in flames is a job for firefighters: the guide then calls for isolating 800 m in all directions and considering an initial evacuation over the same distance.

These guidelines from the 2024 ERG help you prepare your transport and storage procedures. For the exact product and the real situation, the current safety data sheet and the ERG prevail; emergency measures are for trained and equipped personnel, with a positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), as the guide specifies.

UN1203 placard applications

The UN1203 placard is intended for fuel carriers, petroleum distributors, fleet managers and TDG compliance officers: gasoline delivery by highway tank, routine dangerous goods shipments, cross-border transport between Canada and the United States, and multimodal transport by road, sea or air. Cardboard is handy for a one-time load, rigid plastic is reused from one trip to the next, and self-adhesive vinyl stays in place on a tank dedicated to gasoline.

Complete your display with an aluminum flip chart placard, with five (ECLAP5) legends including class 3, or fourteen (ECLAP14) legends, for trucks whose cargo changes; the class 3 placard with a blank (ECLA3UN) UN box, to write in a number yourself; the class 3 flammable liquid placard (ECLA3); and the yellow and black warning tape (ECT751) to mark off the storage area.

UN1203 placard technical specifications

Placard installation and care

Apply the self-adhesive vinyl to a clean, dry surface. Keep the placard clean so the number stays legible, and replace it if it is damaged, faded or illegible. For a placard exposed to the weather for a long time, choose rigid plastic or vinyl over cardboard.

FAQ: UN1203 placard and gasoline transport

Which material should I choose: cardboard, plastic or vinyl?

Cardboard is the low-cost option for temporary use. Rigid plastic is weatherproof and reusable. Self-adhesive vinyl suits permanent application on a tank or trailer.

My gasoline contains ethanol: is it still UN1203?

A blend of gasoline with more than 10% ethanol falls under entry UN3475, according to the applicable criteria. Check the shipping document and the product's safety data sheet.

What safety perimeter is needed for a gasoline leak?

Guide 128 of the 2024 ERG calls for isolating at least 50 m around the leak. For a large spill, consider an evacuation of 300 m downwind, and 800 m in all directions if a tank is on fire.

Which extinguisher should I keep for a gasoline fire?

For a small fire, an ABC or BC dry chemical extinguisher, or a CO₂ extinguisher. A large fire is a job for firefighters: move away and dial 911.

Does the placard fit in a placard holder?

Yes. Its 10-3/4 X 10-3/4 in format is the standard size that fits most placard holders.

Suggestions for gasoline transport and storage

For the driver or handler who deals with gasoline at loading, delivery or in the warehouse, plan for Centurion splash goggles (YG454), a 6000 series full face respirator (R6800) with organic vapour cartridges (R60921), 18 in nitrile gloves (GL37185), waterproof PVC steel toe boots (VC18821C) and a flame-resistant high-visibility vest (VV510FR) to stay visible on the road and at the loading station.

To contain and respond to a spill, keep oil-only pads (ABHT100) and socks (ABHB30) close at hand, a universal mini spill kit for truckers (ABUV) in a resealable bag, to keep in the truck, Magic Monkey mineral absorbent (ABGMM225), a 10 lb ABC dry chemical (EXABC10) extinguisher or a 10 lb CO₂ (EXCO10) unit, and 28 in traffic cones (EPTCONE28B) to mark off the perimeter.

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