SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY PRECAUTION

-always wearing eye protection

such as googles.
-keep it away from flames and
sparks, and also from oxidising
Flammable substances.

-wearing eye protection.

-keep it away from flammable
substances, including clothing.
-should always store them
Oxidizing separately from flammable
substances.

-should wear gloves and eye

protection, such as goggles or a
face shield.
-such materials should always be
Corrosive stored at the proper humidity and
temperature conditions in the
proper cabinets.

-should wear eye protection such

as goggles.
-should take care to wash any
spills off their skin immediately.

Irritant

-should wear gloves and eye

protection.
-wear a mask over their mouth and
nose.
Toxic -handle the chemical in a fume
cupboard.
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-must be handled very carefully.
-do not carry out unauthorised
experiments with other explosive
chemicals.
Explosive -safety googles should be worn
when working with or in
proximity to explosives.

-laboratory coats, safety glasses

and latex gloves must be worn at
all times.
Radioactive -do not eat, drink, smoke or apply
cosmetics in an area where
radioactive substances are
handled.
-use paper handkerchiefs and
dispose of them appropriately.
-learn the rules for disposing them
when finished using them before
start working in laboratory.
-always ensure that those
Dangerous for the chemicals do not get washed
environment down the drain.
- store the product in a secure, dry,
well-ventilated location.

-always wear a face mask and

anti-bacterial gloves when dealing
with such substances.
-dispose of hypodermic needles in
Biohazard a sharps container.
-protect yourself properly when
working with such organisms.
-avoid any direct contact and
know what bins should be using
for them.
-use eye protection, nitrile gloves
(for chloroform you need special 8
mil or heavier nitrile gloves), a lab
coat and a face mask.
Health hazard -keep work surfaces clean. Wipe
up spills. Prevent accumulation of
dust or other forms of residue.
Prevent contamination of surfaces
that unprotected personnel may
use.
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-check the SDS for information
about the hazards and necessary
precautions for the product using.
Exclamation mark -never eat, drink, smoke or chew
gum in work areas.
-inspect all containers for damage
or leaks before handling.

-always wear appropriate eye

wear, always check with the
owner of the equipment which eye
wear is best.
Laser beam hazard -wear protective non-flammable
clothing.
-do not direct at any flammable
substances.

-always stay clear of areas marked

with this sign as coming in contact
with the electricity.
-do not forget to switch off the
High voltage main switch for such experiment
that using electricity.
-protective clothing and rubber
gloves should be worn.

-always stored separately from the

main lab in special safety cabinets.
-keep away from flames and heat
sources. No smoking.
Gas under pressure -avoid direct skin contact with
extremely cold liquids or
compressed gases escaping from
the cylinder.
-never wear watches, rings or
bracelets because they can freeze
to exposed skin.
-always wear appropriate PPE –
gloves, googles when handling
experiment.
-alert for the emergency alarm
Chemical weapon when in the laboratory.
-always use equipment
decontamination in proper
manner.