Safety Symbols for Chemicals and Hazards

The following article draws on information from the www.hse.gov.uk website. It is to provide general guidance. You should seek professional advice for specific situations.

The government’s Health and Safety website lists full details. You and your staff should recognize and understand them, and know how to deal with accidents. It is important that you train staff, check their comprehension, and refresh their training annually.

See: http://www.hse.gov.uk/chip/phrases.htm for information about the symbols and www.hse.gov.uk/coshh for information about the control of substances hazardous to health.