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The Mltekal Safe Y, the = ' S'9? r Every container of hazardous chemicals is labeled by the Reactivitytells manufacturer.The actual format will differ from company to com- O you whether tpany, but the labels must contain similar types of information.That foo substance is stable. makes it easy to find out at a glance about the chemical's possible You'll learn which hazards and the basic steps you can take to protect yourself °op, substances and against those risks. Y situations to keep it The label may use words or symbols to tell you: ~ away from so it won't react. The name of the chemical NE��O' E Myr,. MATER IAL SAFETY DATA 5HEET is The name, address, and c► emergency phone number of RFACDyFTY the company that made or N �y AVOID imported the chemical �+c Ps (1".4 1 The physical hazards (Will it explode or catch fire? Is it reactive? Is it radioactive?) �,/1q-('ERIALSAFETY DATASNEET - Health hazards. This Any important storing or a NDN �►ROS _ section will tell you how handling instructions �------ the chemical could enter the body, for instance: The health hazards (Is it toxic? Could it cause cancer? Is it an a irritant?) • Inhaling �x� The basic protective clothing, _ •Through the skin equipment, and procedures that v are recommended when working with this chemical Before you move, handle, or open a chemical container, READ • Swallowing THE LABEL and follow the instructions. If you're not sure about something, ASK YOUR SUPERVISOR before you act. There are a few cases where labels are not required,but even then You'll also learn about all the possible health hazards that could it must be clear to workers what is inside the container. come from exposure. If the chemical is believed to be a carcino- gen, that will also be listed. 10 7