Considerations in the development of chemical hazard ratings
The goal of this report is to provide a simplified way for individuals to readily recognize the major hazards associated with a material. Statements of hazards should be simple, direct, and concise. While detailed labels do increase the amount of information available, they may also raise levels of concern unnecessarily and reduce reader understanding and retention. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Identification System was used as a basis for the Oak Ridge National Laboratories chemical rating and labeling plan. NFPA uses a well accepted color-keyed symbol system with high recognition value. It identifies the category of hazard by color and the degree of potential hazard by number. This system permits an observer to quickly assess the hazardous nature of a substance. 16 refs.
- Research Organization:
- Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC05-84OR21400
- OSTI ID:
- 5745804
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-871075-24; ON: DE88001740
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: 3. Oak Ridge model conference on waste problems, Oak Ridge, TN, USA, 13 Oct 1987; Other Information: Portions of this document are illegible in microfiche products
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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