Laboratory Safety Symbols

							Laboratory Safety
Symbols
Biohazard

             Biohazardous
              materials are
              present. Wear gloves
              and dispose of them
              properly. Wash your
              hands after handling.
             Examples: blood,
              animal tissues,
              viruses, bacertia
Corrosive

             Corrosive chemicals,
              such as acids, are
              present. Do not
              inhale the fumes or
              get the chemical on
              skin or clothing.
              Wear safety glasses
              glasses.
Flammable/Combustible

               A chemical or
                material is flammable
                or combustible.
                These materials
                should be kept away
                from sparks and
                open flames.
No Food or Drink

                No food or drink
                   allowed in lab.
Poisonous/Toxic

               Poisonous or toxic
                  materials are
                  present. Avoid
                  contact with skin and
                  wear gloves and
                  safety glasses. Keep
                  under a fume hood.
                  Dispose of properly
                  and wash hands.
Radiation

             Radioactive energy
              is emitted from a
              piece of equipment
              (like x-rays).
              Exposure to radiation
              should be minimized
              and monitored.