Hazard Symbol
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Key Stage 3
Meaning
A hazard symbol is a picture used to represent a hazard which could cause harm to a living organism.
About Hazard Symbols
- Hazard symbols are attached to chemicals, materials or devices which pose a danger to living organisms.
- Hazard symbols are designed to be simple and understandable to warn people of danger.
- Hazard symbols are similar across many countries so that people of different languages can recognise the danger caused by a hazard.
Examples
| Toxic | Flammable | Harmful | Irritant |
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| Corrosive | Long Term Health Risk | Dangerous to the Environment | Explosive |
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| Oxidising Agent | Compressed Gas | Biohazard | Ionising Radiation |
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| Danger of Electrocution | LASER Radiation |
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Key Stage 4
Meaning
A hazard symbol is a picture used to represent a hazard which could cause harm to a living organism.
About Hazard Symbols
- Hazard symbols are attached to chemicals, materials or devices which pose a danger to living organisms.
- Hazard symbols are designed to be simple and understandable to warn people of danger.
- Hazard symbols are similar across many countries so that people of different languages can recognise the danger caused by a hazard.
Examples
| Toxic | Flammable | Harmful | Irritant |
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| Corrosive | Long Term Health Risk | Dangerous to the Environment | Explosive |
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| Oxidising Agent | Compressed Gas | Biohazard | Ionising Radiation |
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| Danger of Electrocution | LASER Radiation |
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