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Safe handling of hazardous materials Hazardous materials are dangerous because they can explode or burn, cause health damage or are biological agents. Have you ever taken a closer look at the labels of the materials you use in your work? You might often use substances without being aware of the fact that they are hazardous. Since 2017, there is a globally harmonized system (GHS) , the symbols are an overview about the dangers, often some smaller descriptions are added for more detailed information. Please always make sure you read them! Take a look at the new symbols. 1. Define which category of hazardous materials each indicates. There is a hazard of: A explosive B fire C health damage D biological agent 2. Then, read what you have to pay attention to when working with such a material and think of a good name for the symbol in English. Use the internet for help. C Giftig Toxic Do not swallow, do not fill into drinking bottles, can cause death. A Explosionsgefährlich Explosive Keep away from fire and vibration. C Gesundheitsschädlich Health hazard Don’t swallow, don’t fill into drinking bottles, can cause allergies, cancer, danger to unborn and organs, especially lungs. B Entzündlich Flammable substance Keep away from fire, water, air and heat. C Reizend Harmful Keep away from skin and eyes, can, have a narcotic effect. A Gase und Flüssigkeiten unter Druck Gases and liquids under pressure Care needed with heat, pressure and knocks. C Korrodierend oder ätzend Corrosive or caustic Danger to skin and metal materials. B Oxidierend/Brandfördernd Oxidizing/combustion promoting Keep away from air and easily flammable substances. D Umweltgefährlich Hazardous to the environment Make sure there is no contact with water. D Biologische Gefährdung Biohazard Avoid contact, can cause allergies, infections, cancer or may be toxic. 05 A2–B1 82 Unit 17 Nur zu Prüfzwecken – Eige tum des Verlags öbv