Safety with Chemicals

A set of vocabulary flashcards summarizing the key terms and concepts related to safety with chemicals.

Hazardous Substances

Chemicals that have an effect on human health, with effects that can be immediate (like poisoning) or long-term (like cancer).

Dangerous Goods

Chemicals that could be dangerous to people, property, or the environment, classified into nine classes based on immediate risks.

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

A document that provides comprehensive information about a hazardous substance, including its ingredients, health hazards, safe handling, and emergency procedures.

Risk Assessment

A systematic process to identify potential hazards in an experiment and outline protective measures to minimize risks.

GHS (Globally Harmonized System)

An internationally agreed system for classifying and labeling chemicals based on their hazards.

Signal Words

Words such as 'danger', 'warning', or 'caution' used on labels to indicate the level of hazard associated with a substance.

First Aid Instructions

Guidelines on the immediate management of exposure to chemicals, often included on safety data sheets and labels of hazardous substances.

Protective Measures

Measures such as wearing safety glasses, gloves, or using fume hoods to minimize exposure to hazardous substances during experiments.

Concentration of Chemicals

The amount of a substance in a given volume, important for determining the safety and handling requirements of chemicals.

Chemical Resistant Containers

Specially designed containers that safely store corrosive and dangerous chemicals.