ERG stands for what guidance document in emergency response planning?

• A. Emergency Response Guidance
• B. Emergency Readiness Guide
• C. Emergency Response Guide
• D. Emergency Response Group

Answer: (C)

The key idea is recognizing the standard field reference used by responders in hazmat incidents. ERG refers to a compact guide that first responders use to identify hazardous materials from placards, labels, or shipping papers and to determine initial actions, safety precautions, and isolation distances. The official name is Emergency Response Guidebook, the portable reference that provides color-coded material guides and quick steps for the initial response. The term without “book” is close in meaning but not the official title, and the other options don’t represent the recognized reference used for hazardous-material emergencies.