Understanding HCS pictograms and chemical hazards

Unleash the power of hazard symbols

All employers in the United States must inform their workers about the dangers and safety measures related to hazardous chemicals at work. This means giving access to safety data sheets (SDS) and using hazard communication strategies to share the risks involved.

Here’s a simple visual resource from OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) to help you easily share important information with your employees. It includes visual symbols that correspond to various health hazards outlined in safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals. Each pictogram consists of a symbol on a white background framed within a red border and represents a distinct hazard(s). The chemical hazard classification determines the pictogram on the label.

Equip your workforce with thorough safety training and readily available reference guides like this to ensure your people feel confident in their ability to identify and understand potential dangers near labeled containers.

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