6 Questions
What is the primary purpose of hazard symbols?
To provide a standardized way to communicate potential hazards
Which of the following hazard symbols is used to indicate a corrosive hazard?
GHS and EU symbols
What is the significance of the blue section in the NFPA 704 Diamond?
It indicates the health hazard of a substance
What is a common benefit of using hazard symbols?
They provide a universal language for hazard communication
Which of the following is NOT a type of hazard symbol?
OSHA symbol
What is the primary goal of using hazard symbols in terms of safety?
To alert people to potential dangers and enable them to take necessary precautions
Study Notes
Hazard Symbols
Hazard symbols are pictograms used to identify and warn of potential hazards or dangers associated with a substance, material, or situation.
Types of Hazard Symbols:
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GHS (Globally Harmonized System) Symbols:
- Explosion hazard
- Flammability hazard
- Oxidizing hazard
- Gas cylinder
- Corrosive hazard
- Acute toxicity hazard
- Skin irritation hazard
- Eye irritation hazard
- Respiratory sensitization hazard
- Skin sensitization hazard
- Carcinogenic hazard
- Mutagenic hazard
- Reproductive toxicity hazard
- Environmental hazard
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EU (European Union) Hazard Symbols:
- Toxic hazard
- Corrosive hazard
- Flammable hazard
- Explosive hazard
- Oxidizing hazard
- Harmful hazard
- Irritant hazard
- Environmental hazard
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NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) 704 Diamond:
- Blue (health hazard): 0-4 (0 being no hazard, 4 being extreme hazard)
- Red (flammability hazard): 0-4
- Yellow (instability hazard): 0-4
- White (special hazard): various symbols (e.g., W for reactive with water, OX for oxidizer)
Importance of Hazard Symbols:
- Communication: Hazard symbols provide a standardized way to communicate potential hazards to people who may be exposed to them.
- Safety: Hazard symbols help to alert people to potential dangers, enabling them to take necessary precautions to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Regulation: Hazard symbols are often required by law or regulation to ensure that products and materials are properly labeled and handled.
Learn about the different types of hazard symbols, including GHS, EU, and NFPA 704, and their importance in communication, safety, and regulation. Identify and understand the pictograms used to warn of potential hazards or dangers.
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