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Forms and Classifications of Hazardous Substances

SYMBOL HAZARD PRECAUTIONS

Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard Keep away from
heat/sparks/open
May mass explode in fire.
flames/hot surfaces. – No
Example: Fireworks, ammunition smoking.

May cause fire or explosion, Oxidiser. Keep container tightly
closed, Keep away from
Example: sodium hypochlorite heat/ sparks/ open

(bleach), Organic peroxides flames/ no smoking.

Highly or extremely flammable gas, aerosol, Keep container tightly
liquid and vapour. closed, use tools which
doesn’t produce spark.
Example: Nail Polish, Thinner, Lamp Oil
Do not heat, keep away
from heat sources.

Corrosive to metals, Keep in original
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. container, wash hands
thoroughly after
Example: Acetic Acids, handling. Wear Protective

Ammoniac, hydrochloric acid clothing, face shields,
gloves.

Causes harm or kill if swallowed, inhaled or in Do not eat, drink or
contact with skin. smoke when using this
product. Use Protective
Example: Pesticide, biocide, methanol clothing, avoid skin and
eye contact.

Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Avoid release to the
environment
Example: Pesticides, biocides, petrol, Collect spillage.
turpentine

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