What does this chip symbol mean?

What does this chip symbol mean?

The square orange and black COSHH symbols that have been around for years under the Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations – known as CHIP. They are hazard symbols given to chemicals and substances that are hazardous to health.

What is XN harmful?

Irritant. Non-corrosive substances and preparations which, through immediate, prolonged or repeated contact with the skin or mucous membrane, may cause inflammation. Xn. Harmful. Substances and preparations which may cause death or acute or chronic damage to health when inhaled, swallowed or absorbed via the skin.

What does oxidizing mean in Whmis?

Oxidizing materials are liquids or solids that readily give off oxygen or other oxidizing substances (such as bromine, chlorine, or fluorine). Oxidizing liquids and solids can be severe fire and explosion hazards.

What does flame pictogram signify?

What does this pictogram mean? The symbol within the pictogram is a flame with a line underneath it. This symbol indicates that hazardous products with this pictogram can ignite easily and burn rapidly if they are not stored and handled properly.

When did CLP replace chip?

1 June 2015
CHIP has been replaced by the European Classification, Labelling and Packaging (CLP) Regulation and was revoked on 1 June 2015. The Dangerous Substances Directive and the Dangerous Preparations Directive were replaced by the direct-acting European CLP Regulation.

What is a chip label?

CHIP Regulation Labels are Hazard Stickers which clearly identify dangerous substances so workers and customers are fully aware of the dangers of handling gasses, liquids or solids that could potentially combust or are perhaps toxic, corrosive or flammable.

What products have oxidising symbols?

“Oxidising” Oxygen tanks and some household cleaners, such as bleach and turpentine, will bear this symbol. Precautions: Protective clothing, such as gloves and eyewear, need to be worn when handling this oxidising materials. Also, exposed clothing needs to be washed thoroughly to avoid setting them on fire.

What does the tree and fish symbol mean?

environmental hazards
Substances that cause environmental hazards are indicated with the picture of a dead fish by a tree. This symbol is used on materials which may cause damage to aquatic environments.