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How to Effectively Identify the Hazards of Chemicals?

Posted Date:2020/11/6

How to identify which are harmful chemicals?

1. Consumer label on the container

When we use a chemical, we should first read the label on the container carefully. According to the GHS global harmonized chemical classification and labeling system, the chemical should be labeled in a prominent place to explain its hazards. Such as flammable, explosive, toxic, corrosive or irritant, etc., as shown below:

Through chemical labels, we can quickly identify the hazards.

2. Workplace labeling

Hazard warning labels are usually placed in conspicuous locations in workplaces that are exposed to chemicals to illustrate potential hazards and precautions. Read it thoroughly before use to avoid misoperation.

3. Chemical safety technical specification

According to my country’s relevant regulations, chemical suppliers should provide a material safety database for this chemical. The manufacturer needs to obtain a chemical safety data sheet (SDS) to evaluate the information, take preventive measures, and inform all of the information. People who may be exposed to the chemical.

SDS (Safety Data Sheet, Safety Data Sheet) is a safety data sheet provided to customers by companies producing or selling hazardous chemicals in accordance with regulatory requirements regarding chemical composition information, physical and chemical parameters, flammability, toxicity, and environmental hazards. As well as a comprehensive explanatory document of 16 items of content information such as safe usage, storage conditions, leakage emergency treatment, and transportation regulations, it is also one of the information transmission carriers required by EU REACH regulations.