Explosives

Source of the photo
http://echa.europa.eu/en/chemicals-in-our-life/clp-pictograms
Author of the description
GK

What does it mean?

  • Unstable explosive
  • Explosive; mass explosion hazard
  • Explosive; severe projection hazard
  • Explosive; fire, blast or projection hazard
  • May mass explode in fire

 Examples of where we can find it

  • Fireworks, ammunition

Examples of precautionary statements

  • Obtain special instructions before use
  • Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
  • Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. – No smoking
  • Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • Use personal protective equipment as required
  • Explosion risk in case of fire

Symbols that will be phased out:

  • Image

 

 

 

Source of description

http://echa.europa.eu/en/chemicals-in-our-life/clp-pictograms