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Level
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Code
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Display
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Definition
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| 1 |
AGG
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aggressive |
A danger that can be associated with certain living subjects, including humans.
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| 1 |
BIO
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Biological |
The dangers associated with normal biological materials. I.e. potential risk of unknown infections. Routine biological materials from living subjects.
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| 1 |
COR
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Corrosive |
Material is corrosive and may cause severe injury to skin, mucous membranes and eyes. Avoid any unprotected contact.
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| 1 |
ESC
|
Escape Risk |
The entity is at risk for escaping from containment or control.
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| 1 |
IFL
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inflammable |
Material is highly inflammable and in certain mixtures (with air) may lead to explosions. Keep away from fire, sparks and excessive heat.
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| 2 |
EXP
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explosive |
Material is an explosive mixture. Keep away from fire, sparks, and heat.
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| 1 |
INF
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infectious |
Material known to be infectious with human pathogenic microorganisms. Those who handle this material must take precautions for their protection.
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| 2 |
BHZ
|
biohazard |
Material contains microorganisms that is an environmental hazard. Must be handled with special care.
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| 1 |
INJ
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injury hazard |
Material is solid and sharp (e.g., cannulas). Dispose in hard container.
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| 1 |
POI
|
poison |
Material is poisonous to humans and/or animals. Special care must be taken to avoid incorporation, even of small amounts.
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| 1 |
RAD
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radioactive |
Material is a source for ionizing radiation and must be handled with special care to avoid injury of those who handle it and to avoid environmental hazards.
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