First Form - Topic 1 - Hazard Symbols Flashcards
Explosive
These substances may explode if ignited in air or exposed to heat. A sudden shock or friction may also start an explosion.
Highly Flammable
These are solids, liquids, or gases that may catch fire easily in a laboratory under normal conditions.
Oxidising Agent
These substances may produce a lot of heat as they react with other materials. They can create a fire risk.
Toxic
These substances cause a serious risk to health and can cause death.
Health Hazard
These chemicals are less of a health risk than toxic substances, but they must still be handled with care.
Serious Health Hazard
These substances are more of a health risk than those given an exclamation mark, but not as much of a health risk as toxic substances.
Corrosive
These chemicals destroy living tissue including the eyes and skin.
Dangerous to the environment
These chemicals will cause damage to the environment if poured down the sink.
These substances may explode if ignited in air or exposed to heat. A sudden shock or friction may also start an explosion.
Explosive
These are solids, liquids or gases that may catch fire easily in a laboratory under normal conditions.
Highly Flammable
These substances may produce a lot of heat as they react with other materials.
Oxidising Agent
These substances are a serious risk to health and can cause death.
Toxic
These chemicals are less of a health risk than toxic substances, but they must still be handled with care.
Health Hazard
These substances are more of a health risk than those given an exclamation mark but not as much of a health risk as toxic substances.
Serious Health Hazard
These chemicals destroy living tissue including the eyes and skin.
Corrosive
