Dangerous Stuff

Dangerous Stuff

1. Hazard Warning Signs

   • Don't taste anything in a lab
   • Listen to your teacher
   • follow teachers instructions about safety glasses
   • chemicals containers - warning labels /yellow or orange

2. Lab Hazards

   • Tell a teacher if you spill something
   • corrosive chemicals very dangerous
   • Harmful or irritant chemicals are safer but still not safe

3. Risk Assessment

   • balance dangers against benefits
   • Keep risk as small as possible
   • know what to do during accident

4. Transporting Chemicals

   • Tankers must have Hazchem Code labels
     • signs are internationally agreed